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
B84D02
RGB
184, 77, 2
HSL
25, 98%, 36%
HSB
25, 99%, 72%
CMYK
0, 58, 99, 28
LAB
47, 42, 57
LCH
47, 71, 53
OKLCH
0.55, 0.16, 46
XYZ
22, 16, 2
LUV
47, 89, 41
HWB
25, 1%, 28%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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