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
FC5903
RGB
252, 89, 3
HSL
21, 98%, 50%
HSB
21, 99%, 99%
CMYK
0, 65, 99, 1
LAB
61, 61, 71
LCH
61, 94, 49
OKLCH
0.68, 0.21, 40
XYZ
44, 28, 3
LUV
61, 137, 50
HWB
21, 1%, 1%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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