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
640E00
RGB
100, 14, 0
HSL
8, 100%, 20%
HSB
8, 100%, 39%
CMYK
0, 86, 100, 61
LAB
21, 37, 31
LCH
21, 49, 40
OKLCH
0.33, 0.12, 33
XYZ
5, 3, 0
LUV
21, 59, 16
HWB
8, 0%, 61%
Pantone
478 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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