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
AF1A05
RGB
175, 26, 5
HSL
7, 94%, 35%
HSB
7, 97%, 69%
CMYK
0, 85, 97, 31
LAB
38, 57, 51
LCH
38, 77, 42
OKLCH
0.48, 0.18, 31
XYZ
18, 10, 1
LUV
38, 114, 28
HWB
7, 2%, 31%
Pantone
186 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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