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
011812
RGB
1, 24, 18
HSL
164, 92%, 5%
HSB
164, 96%, 9%
CMYK
96, 0, 25, 91
LAB
6, -9, 1
LCH
6, 9, 173
OKLCH
0.19, 0.03, 174
XYZ
0, 1, 1
LUV
6, -5, 1
HWB
164, 0%, 91%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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