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
F36A02
RGB
243, 106, 2
HSL
26, 98%, 48%
HSB
26, 99%, 95%
CMYK
0, 56, 99, 5
LAB
62, 51, 70
LCH
62, 87, 54
OKLCH
0.68, 0.19, 47
XYZ
42, 29, 4
LUV
62, 116, 54
HWB
26, 1%, 5%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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