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
200901
RGB
32, 9, 1
HSL
15, 94%, 6%
HSB
15, 97%, 13%
CMYK
0, 72, 97, 87
LAB
5, 10, 7
LCH
5, 12, 35
OKLCH
0.18, 0.05, 47
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
5, 8, 4
HWB
15, 0%, 87%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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