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
DC6808
RGB
220, 104, 8
HSL
27, 93%, 45%
HSB
27, 96%, 86%
CMYK
0, 53, 96, 14
LAB
58, 43, 65
LCH
58, 78, 56
OKLCH
0.65, 0.17, 50
XYZ
35, 25, 3
LUV
58, 98, 52
HWB
27, 3%, 14%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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