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
1C0604
RGB
28, 6, 4
HSL
5, 75%, 6%
HSB
5, 86%, 11%
CMYK
0, 79, 86, 89
LAB
4, 9, 4
LCH
4, 9, 24
OKLCH
0.16, 0.04, 30
XYZ
1, 0, 0
LUV
4, 6, 2
HWB
5, 2%, 89%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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