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
01100F
RGB
1, 16, 15
HSL
176, 88%, 3%
HSB
176, 94%, 6%
CMYK
94, 0, 6, 94
LAB
4, -5, -1
LCH
4, 5, 193
OKLCH
0.16, 0.02, 190
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, -3, 0
HWB
176, 0%, 94%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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