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
2F0606
RGB
47, 6, 6
HSL
0, 77%, 10%
HSB
0, 87%, 18%
CMYK
0, 87, 87, 82
LAB
7, 21, 9
LCH
7, 23, 22
OKLCH
0.20, 0.07, 25
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
7, 17, 4
HWB
0, 2%, 82%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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