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Pumpkin

#FF7000

A light, vivid pumpkin — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

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
FF7000
RGB
255, 112, 0
HSL
26, 100%, 50%
HSB
26, 100%, 100%
CMYK
0, 56, 100, 0
LAB
65, 53, 73
LCH
65, 90, 54
OKLCH
0.71, 0.20, 47
XYZ
47, 33, 4
LUV
65, 121, 57
HWB
26, 0%, 0%
Pantone
Orange 021 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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