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
00100B
RGB
0, 16, 11
HSL
161, 100%, 3%
HSB
161, 100%, 6%
CMYK
100, 0, 31, 94
LAB
4, -5, 1
LCH
4, 5, 173
OKLCH
0.15, 0.03, 174
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
4, -3, 1
HWB
161, 0%, 94%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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