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
261007
RGB
38, 16, 7
HSL
17, 69%, 9%
HSB
17, 82%, 15%
CMYK
0, 58, 82, 85
LAB
7, 11, 8
LCH
7, 14, 37
OKLCH
0.20, 0.04, 43
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
7, 9, 5
HWB
17, 3%, 85%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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