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
FA4800
RGB
250, 72, 0
HSL
17, 100%, 49%
HSB
17, 100%, 98%
CMYK
0, 71, 100, 2
LAB
58, 67, 70
LCH
58, 97, 46
OKLCH
0.65, 0.22, 36
XYZ
42, 25, 3
LUV
58, 148, 46
HWB
17, 0%, 2%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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