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
924005
RGB
146, 64, 5
HSL
25, 93%, 30%
HSB
25, 97%, 57%
CMYK
0, 56, 97, 43
LAB
38, 33, 47
LCH
38, 58, 55
OKLCH
0.47, 0.13, 48
XYZ
14, 10, 1
LUV
38, 67, 33
HWB
25, 2%, 43%
Pantone
476 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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