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
140001
RGB
20, 0, 1
HSL
357, 100%, 4%
HSB
357, 100%, 8%
CMYK
0, 100, 95, 92
LAB
1, 6, 2
LCH
1, 7, 16
OKLCH
0.12, 0.05, 22
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, 4, 1
HWB
357, 0%, 92%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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