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
E44101
RGB
228, 65, 1
HSL
17, 99%, 45%
HSB
17, 100%, 89%
CMYK
0, 71, 100, 11
LAB
53, 62, 65
LCH
53, 90, 46
OKLCH
0.61, 0.21, 36
XYZ
34, 20, 2
LUV
53, 135, 42
HWB
17, 0%, 11%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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