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
AE0D03
RGB
174, 13, 3
HSL
4, 97%, 35%
HSB
4, 98%, 68%
CMYK
0, 93, 98, 32
LAB
37, 59, 51
LCH
37, 78, 41
OKLCH
0.48, 0.19, 30
XYZ
18, 9, 1
LUV
37, 118, 27
HWB
4, 1%, 32%
Pantone
186 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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