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
010505
RGB
1, 5, 5
HSL
180, 67%, 1%
HSB
180, 80%, 2%
CMYK
80, 0, 0, 98
LAB
1, -1, 0
LCH
1, 1, 200
OKLCH
0.11, 0.01, 195
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, -1, 0
HWB
180, 0%, 98%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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