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
FC6207
RGB
252, 98, 7
HSL
22, 98%, 51%
HSB
22, 97%, 99%
CMYK
0, 61, 97, 1
LAB
62, 58, 71
LCH
62, 91, 51
OKLCH
0.69, 0.20, 42
XYZ
45, 29, 4
LUV
62, 130, 52
HWB
22, 3%, 1%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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