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
FC5E02
RGB
252, 94, 2
HSL
22, 98%, 50%
HSB
22, 99%, 99%
CMYK
0, 63, 99, 1
LAB
61, 59, 71
LCH
61, 93, 50
OKLCH
0.68, 0.21, 41
XYZ
44, 29, 3
LUV
61, 133, 52
HWB
22, 1%, 1%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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