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
AE3206
RGB
174, 50, 6
HSL
16, 93%, 35%
HSB
16, 97%, 68%
CMYK
0, 71, 97, 32
LAB
41, 50, 51
LCH
41, 72, 46
OKLCH
0.50, 0.17, 36
XYZ
19, 11, 1
LUV
41, 101, 32
HWB
16, 2%, 32%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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