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
500C01
RGB
80, 12, 1
HSL
8, 98%, 16%
HSB
8, 99%, 31%
CMYK
0, 85, 99, 69
LAB
16, 31, 24
LCH
16, 39, 38
OKLCH
0.28, 0.10, 33
XYZ
3, 2, 0
LUV
16, 43, 12
HWB
8, 0%, 69%
Pantone
478 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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