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
01090F
RGB
1, 9, 15
HSL
206, 88%, 3%
HSB
206, 93%, 6%
CMYK
93, 40, 0, 94
LAB
2, -1, -3
LCH
2, 4, 246
OKLCH
0.13, 0.02, 231
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
2, -1, -2
HWB
206, 0%, 94%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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