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
01140D
RGB
1, 20, 13
HSL
158, 90%, 4%
HSB
158, 95%, 8%
CMYK
95, 0, 35, 92
LAB
5, -7, 2
LCH
5, 7, 167
OKLCH
0.17, 0.03, 168
XYZ
0, 1, 0
LUV
5, -4, 2
HWB
158, 0%, 92%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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