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
360C08
RGB
54, 12, 8
HSL
5, 74%, 12%
HSB
5, 85%, 21%
CMYK
0, 78, 85, 79
LAB
10, 21, 12
LCH
10, 24, 30
OKLCH
0.23, 0.07, 29
XYZ
2, 1, 0
LUV
10, 21, 6
HWB
5, 3%, 79%
Pantone
478 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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