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
01150F
RGB
1, 21, 15
HSL
162, 91%, 4%
HSB
162, 95%, 8%
CMYK
95, 0, 29, 92
LAB
5, -7, 1
LCH
5, 7, 171
OKLCH
0.18, 0.03, 172
XYZ
0, 1, 1
LUV
5, -4, 1
HWB
162, 0%, 92%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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