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
001216
RGB
0, 18, 22
HSL
191, 100%, 4%
HSB
191, 100%, 9%
CMYK
100, 18, 0, 91
LAB
4, -5, -4
LCH
4, 6, 223
OKLCH
0.17, 0.03, 212
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, -3, -2
HWB
191, 0%, 91%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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