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
EB5500
RGB
235, 85, 0
HSL
22, 100%, 46%
HSB
22, 100%, 92%
CMYK
0, 64, 100, 8
LAB
57, 57, 68
LCH
57, 89, 50
OKLCH
0.64, 0.20, 41
XYZ
38, 24, 3
LUV
57, 126, 48
HWB
22, 0%, 8%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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