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
01101B
RGB
1, 16, 27
HSL
205, 93%, 5%
HSB
205, 96%, 11%
CMYK
96, 41, 0, 89
LAB
4, -2, -9
LCH
4, 9, 255
OKLCH
0.16, 0.03, 238
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, -2, -4
HWB
205, 0%, 89%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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