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
E85408
RGB
232, 84, 8
HSL
20, 93%, 47%
HSB
20, 97%, 91%
CMYK
0, 64, 97, 9
LAB
56, 56, 65
LCH
56, 86, 49
OKLCH
0.64, 0.20, 40
XYZ
36, 24, 3
LUV
56, 124, 47
HWB
20, 3%, 9%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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