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
1E0500
RGB
30, 5, 0
HSL
10, 100%, 6%
HSB
10, 100%, 12%
CMYK
0, 83, 100, 88
LAB
4, 10, 6
LCH
4, 11, 30
OKLCH
0.16, 0.05, 42
XYZ
1, 0, 0
LUV
4, 8, 3
HWB
10, 0%, 88%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Browse every named black on shades of black, or all families on colors.