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
C62506
RGB
198, 37, 6
HSL
10, 94%, 40%
HSB
10, 97%, 78%
CMYK
0, 81, 97, 22
LAB
44, 61, 56
LCH
44, 83, 43
OKLCH
0.53, 0.20, 32
XYZ
24, 13, 1
LUV
44, 127, 33
HWB
10, 2%, 22%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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