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
DF4B00
RGB
223, 75, 0
HSL
20, 100%, 44%
HSB
20, 100%, 87%
CMYK
0, 66, 100, 13
LAB
53, 57, 65
LCH
53, 86, 49
OKLCH
0.61, 0.20, 39
XYZ
33, 21, 2
LUV
53, 124, 44
HWB
20, 0%, 13%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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