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
BC4B01
RGB
188, 75, 1
HSL
24, 99%, 37%
HSB
24, 99%, 74%
CMYK
0, 60, 99, 26
LAB
47, 45, 58
LCH
47, 73, 52
OKLCH
0.56, 0.16, 44
XYZ
23, 16, 2
LUV
47, 94, 41
HWB
24, 0%, 26%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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