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
180203
RGB
24, 2, 3
HSL
357, 85%, 5%
HSB
357, 92%, 9%
CMYK
0, 92, 88, 91
LAB
2, 8, 2
LCH
2, 8, 17
OKLCH
0.14, 0.05, 21
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
2, 5, 1
HWB
357, 1%, 91%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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