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
9A2E02
RGB
154, 46, 2
HSL
17, 97%, 31%
HSB
17, 99%, 60%
CMYK
0, 70, 99, 40
LAB
36, 44, 48
LCH
36, 66, 47
OKLCH
0.46, 0.15, 38
XYZ
14, 9, 1
LUV
36, 87, 29
HWB
17, 1%, 40%
Pantone
476 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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