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
F46F06
RGB
244, 111, 6
HSL
26, 95%, 49%
HSB
26, 98%, 96%
CMYK
0, 55, 98, 4
LAB
63, 49, 70
LCH
63, 86, 55
OKLCH
0.69, 0.19, 48
XYZ
43, 31, 4
LUV
63, 112, 56
HWB
26, 2%, 4%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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