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
210705
RGB
33, 7, 5
HSL
4, 74%, 7%
HSB
4, 85%, 13%
CMYK
0, 79, 85, 87
LAB
5, 11, 5
LCH
5, 13, 23
OKLCH
0.17, 0.05, 29
XYZ
1, 0, 0
LUV
5, 8, 2
HWB
4, 2%, 87%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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