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
010507
RGB
1, 5, 7
HSL
200, 75%, 2%
HSB
200, 86%, 3%
CMYK
86, 29, 0, 97
LAB
1, -1, -1
LCH
1, 1, 233
OKLCH
0.11, 0.01, 221
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, -1, -1
HWB
200, 0%, 97%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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