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
2E0906
RGB
46, 9, 6
HSL
5, 77%, 10%
HSB
5, 87%, 18%
CMYK
0, 80, 87, 82
LAB
7, 19, 9
LCH
7, 21, 25
OKLCH
0.21, 0.06, 29
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
7, 16, 4
HWB
5, 2%, 82%
Pantone
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Harmonies
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