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
CF5D04
RGB
207, 93, 4
HSL
26, 96%, 41%
HSB
26, 98%, 81%
CMYK
0, 55, 98, 19
LAB
54, 44, 62
LCH
54, 76, 55
OKLCH
0.61, 0.17, 48
XYZ
30, 21, 3
LUV
54, 96, 48
HWB
26, 2%, 19%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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