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
F67D56
RGB
246, 125, 86
HSL
15, 90%, 65%
HSB
15, 65%, 96%
CMYK
0, 49, 65, 4
LAB
66, 45, 43
LCH
66, 63, 44
OKLCH
0.72, 0.16, 38
XYZ
47, 35, 13
LUV
66, 95, 40
HWB
15, 34%, 4%
Pantone
163 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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