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
250809
RGB
37, 8, 9
HSL
358, 64%, 9%
HSB
358, 78%, 15%
CMYK
0, 78, 76, 85
LAB
5, 14, 5
LCH
5, 15, 18
OKLCH
0.19, 0.05, 21
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
5, 10, 2
HWB
358, 3%, 85%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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