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
001615
RGB
0, 22, 21
HSL
177, 100%, 4%
HSB
177, 100%, 9%
CMYK
100, 0, 5, 91
LAB
6, -7, -2
LCH
6, 8, 195
OKLCH
0.18, 0.03, 191
XYZ
0, 1, 1
LUV
6, -4, -1
HWB
177, 0%, 91%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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