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
E24009
RGB
226, 64, 9
HSL
15, 92%, 46%
HSB
15, 96%, 89%
CMYK
0, 72, 96, 11
LAB
53, 62, 63
LCH
53, 88, 45
OKLCH
0.61, 0.21, 36
XYZ
33, 20, 2
LUV
53, 133, 41
HWB
15, 4%, 11%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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