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
DE0904
RGB
222, 9, 4
HSL
1, 96%, 44%
HSB
1, 98%, 87%
CMYK
0, 96, 98, 13
LAB
48, 72, 62
LCH
48, 95, 41
OKLCH
0.57, 0.23, 29
XYZ
30, 16, 2
LUV
48, 154, 34
HWB
1, 2%, 13%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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