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
240E06
RGB
36, 14, 6
HSL
16, 71%, 8%
HSB
16, 83%, 14%
CMYK
0, 61, 83, 86
LAB
6, 11, 7
LCH
6, 13, 35
OKLCH
0.20, 0.04, 42
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
6, 9, 4
HWB
16, 2%, 86%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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