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
2A0F05
RGB
42, 15, 5
HSL
16, 79%, 9%
HSB
16, 88%, 16%
CMYK
0, 64, 88, 84
LAB
8, 14, 10
LCH
8, 17, 36
OKLCH
0.21, 0.05, 42
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
8, 12, 5
HWB
16, 2%, 84%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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