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
01121D
RGB
1, 18, 29
HSL
204, 93%, 6%
HSB
204, 97%, 11%
CMYK
97, 38, 0, 89
LAB
5, -3, -9
LCH
5, 10, 252
OKLCH
0.17, 0.03, 236
XYZ
0, 1, 1
LUV
5, -3, -5
HWB
204, 0%, 89%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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