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
FE6F06
RGB
254, 111, 6
HSL
25, 99%, 51%
HSB
25, 98%, 100%
CMYK
0, 56, 98, 0
LAB
65, 53, 72
LCH
65, 89, 54
OKLCH
0.71, 0.20, 46
XYZ
47, 32, 4
LUV
65, 121, 56
HWB
25, 2%, 0%
Pantone
Orange 021 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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