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
D16D2D
RGB
209, 109, 45
HSL
23, 65%, 50%
HSB
23, 78%, 82%
CMYK
0, 48, 78, 18
LAB
57, 37, 52
LCH
57, 64, 54
OKLCH
0.64, 0.15, 50
XYZ
32, 25, 6
LUV
57, 82, 46
HWB
23, 18%, 18%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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