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
010602
RGB
1, 6, 2
HSL
132, 71%, 1%
HSB
132, 83%, 2%
CMYK
83, 0, 67, 98
LAB
1, -2, 1
LCH
1, 2, 150
OKLCH
0.11, 0.02, 151
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, -1, 1
HWB
132, 0%, 98%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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