Psychology
Black is decisive — there's no other color where small shifts in saturation feel as loaded. It carries weight, formality, and a hint of mystery.
Meaning
Power, elegance, rebellion, and mourning — sometimes all at once. In fashion it signals confidence; in branding it telegraphs luxury or counter-culture.
Applications
Premium brands, editorial design, and high-contrast UI dark modes. Pair with white for timeless minimalism or with warm metallics for luxury.
Conversion
HEX
000E09
RGB
0, 14, 9
HSL
159, 100%, 3%
HSB
159, 100%, 5%
CMYK
100, 0, 36, 95
LAB
3, -4, 1
LCH
3, 5, 171
OKLCH
0.15, 0.03, 172
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
3, -2, 1
HWB
159, 0%, 95%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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