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
EB6400
RGB
235, 100, 0
HSL
26, 100%, 46%
HSB
26, 100%, 92%
CMYK
0, 57, 100, 8
LAB
60, 51, 69
LCH
60, 85, 54
OKLCH
0.66, 0.19, 46
XYZ
39, 27, 3
LUV
60, 114, 52
HWB
26, 0%, 8%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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