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
DB3F08
RGB
219, 63, 8
HSL
16, 93%, 45%
HSB
16, 96%, 86%
CMYK
0, 71, 96, 14
LAB
51, 60, 61
LCH
51, 86, 46
OKLCH
0.59, 0.20, 36
XYZ
31, 19, 2
LUV
51, 129, 40
HWB
16, 3%, 14%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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