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
FD7207
RGB
253, 114, 7
HSL
26, 98%, 51%
HSB
26, 97%, 99%
CMYK
0, 55, 97, 1
LAB
65, 51, 72
LCH
65, 88, 55
OKLCH
0.71, 0.19, 48
XYZ
47, 33, 4
LUV
65, 117, 57
HWB
26, 3%, 1%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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