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
010308
RGB
1, 3, 8
HSL
223, 78%, 2%
HSB
223, 88%, 3%
CMYK
88, 63, 0, 97
LAB
1, 0, -2
LCH
1, 2, 269
OKLCH
0.10, 0.02, 257
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, 0, -1
HWB
223, 0%, 97%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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