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
911D08
RGB
145, 29, 8
HSL
9, 90%, 30%
HSB
9, 94%, 57%
CMYK
0, 80, 94, 43
LAB
32, 47, 43
LCH
32, 64, 42
OKLCH
0.43, 0.15, 32
XYZ
12, 7, 1
LUV
32, 89, 24
HWB
9, 3%, 43%
Pantone
201 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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