Psychology
Orange combines red's energy with yellow's optimism — friendly, enthusiastic, and approachable without the urgency of pure red. It encourages action without confrontation.
Meaning
Often tied to harvest, autumn, and craft. In branding it suggests affordability, creativity, and a slightly off-beat sensibility — Penguin, Nickelodeon, and Hermès all use distinct oranges to telegraph very different stories.
Applications
Strong as a hero color for food, fitness, and entertainment brands. Pairs well with deep blues for high contrast or with warm neutrals for an earthier palette.
Conversion
HEX
110100
RGB
17, 1, 0
HSL
4, 100%, 3%
HSB
4, 100%, 7%
CMYK
0, 94, 100, 93
LAB
1, 5, 2
LCH
1, 5, 24
OKLCH
0.12, 0.04, 35
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, 4, 1
HWB
4, 0%, 93%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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