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
E72006
RGB
231, 32, 6
HSL
7, 95%, 46%
HSB
7, 97%, 91%
CMYK
0, 86, 97, 9
LAB
50, 72, 63
LCH
50, 96, 42
OKLCH
0.59, 0.23, 31
XYZ
34, 18, 2
LUV
50, 154, 37
HWB
7, 2%, 9%
Pantone
1665 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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