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
DD6600
RGB
221, 102, 0
HSL
28, 100%, 43%
HSB
28, 100%, 87%
CMYK
0, 54, 100, 13
LAB
58, 45, 66
LCH
58, 80, 56
OKLCH
0.64, 0.17, 49
XYZ
35, 25, 3
LUV
58, 100, 52
HWB
28, 0%, 13%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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