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
310F09
RGB
49, 15, 9
HSL
9, 69%, 11%
HSB
9, 82%, 19%
CMYK
0, 69, 82, 81
LAB
9, 17, 11
LCH
9, 20, 32
OKLCH
0.22, 0.06, 32
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
9, 16, 5
HWB
9, 4%, 81%
Pantone
478 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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