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
210303
RGB
33, 3, 3
HSL
0, 83%, 7%
HSB
0, 91%, 13%
CMYK
0, 91, 91, 87
LAB
4, 13, 5
LCH
4, 14, 20
OKLCH
0.16, 0.06, 26
XYZ
1, 0, 0
LUV
4, 9, 2
HWB
0, 1%, 87%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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