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
5D0E01
RGB
93, 14, 1
HSL
8, 98%, 18%
HSB
8, 99%, 36%
CMYK
0, 85, 99, 64
LAB
19, 35, 29
LCH
19, 45, 39
OKLCH
0.31, 0.11, 33
XYZ
5, 3, 0
LUV
19, 53, 14
HWB
8, 0%, 64%
Pantone
478 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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