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
1C0002
RGB
28, 0, 2
HSL
356, 100%, 5%
HSB
356, 100%, 11%
CMYK
0, 100, 93, 89
LAB
2, 11, 3
LCH
2, 11, 16
OKLCH
0.14, 0.06, 21
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
2, 7, 1
HWB
356, 0%, 89%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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