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
E02809
RGB
224, 40, 9
HSL
9, 92%, 46%
HSB
9, 96%, 88%
CMYK
0, 82, 96, 12
LAB
50, 68, 61
LCH
50, 92, 42
OKLCH
0.58, 0.22, 31
XYZ
32, 17, 2
LUV
50, 145, 36
HWB
9, 4%, 12%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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