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
240505
RGB
36, 5, 5
HSL
0, 76%, 8%
HSB
0, 86%, 14%
CMYK
0, 86, 86, 86
LAB
5, 14, 5
LCH
5, 15, 20
OKLCH
0.18, 0.05, 25
XYZ
1, 0, 0
LUV
5, 10, 2
HWB
0, 2%, 86%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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