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
EE4E06
RGB
238, 78, 6
HSL
19, 95%, 48%
HSB
19, 97%, 93%
CMYK
0, 67, 97, 7
LAB
57, 61, 67
LCH
57, 90, 48
OKLCH
0.64, 0.21, 38
XYZ
38, 24, 3
LUV
57, 134, 46
HWB
19, 2%, 7%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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