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
D82C06
RGB
216, 44, 6
HSL
11, 95%, 44%
HSB
11, 97%, 85%
CMYK
0, 80, 97, 15
LAB
48, 65, 60
LCH
48, 89, 43
OKLCH
0.57, 0.21, 33
XYZ
29, 16, 2
LUV
48, 138, 36
HWB
11, 2%, 15%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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