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
971E04
RGB
151, 30, 4
HSL
11, 95%, 30%
HSB
11, 97%, 59%
CMYK
0, 80, 97, 41
LAB
34, 49, 46
LCH
34, 67, 43
OKLCH
0.44, 0.16, 33
XYZ
13, 8, 1
LUV
34, 94, 25
HWB
11, 2%, 41%
Pantone
186 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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