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
DD6008
RGB
221, 96, 8
HSL
25, 93%, 45%
HSB
25, 96%, 87%
CMYK
0, 57, 96, 13
LAB
57, 47, 64
LCH
57, 80, 54
OKLCH
0.64, 0.18, 46
XYZ
34, 24, 3
LUV
57, 105, 49
HWB
25, 3%, 13%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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