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
240404
RGB
36, 4, 4
HSL
0, 80%, 8%
HSB
0, 89%, 14%
CMYK
0, 89, 89, 86
LAB
4, 15, 5
LCH
4, 16, 20
OKLCH
0.17, 0.06, 25
XYZ
1, 0, 0
LUV
4, 10, 2
HWB
0, 2%, 86%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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