Yellow Orange

Yellow Orange (#FFB653) is a warm, vivid golden amber in the Crayola palette, capturing the lively, warm hue that sits perfectly between bright yellow and vivid orange — the colour of ripe mandarins, warm autumn leaves, and honey in sunlight. The name precisely describes its position in the colour wheel, neither fully yellow nor fully orange but vibrantly warm at the midpoint. In illustration it is used for warm light effects, harvest imagery, and the cheerful warmth of autumn and citrus.

Light oranges like peach and apricot radiate friendliness, comfort, and gentle optimism. They are psychologically soothing and feel approachable without being overly stimulating. These tones often appear in hospitality and food branding to suggest warmth and welcome.

Soft oranges make excellent card backgrounds and notification banners that need attention without alarm. They are popular in onboarding flows and empty-state illustrations to create a welcoming atmosphere. Pair them with slate gray text and white surfaces for a clean, modern look.