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
E06800
RGB
224, 104, 0
HSL
28, 100%, 44%
HSB
28, 100%, 88%
CMYK
0, 54, 100, 12
LAB
59, 45, 67
LCH
59, 81, 56
OKLCH
0.65, 0.17, 50
XYZ
36, 26, 3
LUV
59, 101, 53
HWB
28, 0%, 12%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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