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
E86D02
RGB
232, 109, 2
HSL
28, 98%, 46%
HSB
28, 99%, 91%
CMYK
0, 53, 99, 9
LAB
61, 46, 69
LCH
61, 82, 56
OKLCH
0.67, 0.18, 50
XYZ
39, 28, 3
LUV
61, 104, 55
HWB
28, 1%, 9%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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