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
D42D06
RGB
212, 45, 6
HSL
11, 94%, 43%
HSB
11, 97%, 83%
CMYK
0, 79, 97, 17
LAB
48, 63, 60
LCH
48, 87, 43
OKLCH
0.57, 0.21, 33
XYZ
28, 16, 2
LUV
48, 134, 36
HWB
11, 2%, 17%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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