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
021015
RGB
2, 16, 21
HSL
196, 83%, 5%
HSB
196, 90%, 8%
CMYK
90, 24, 0, 92
LAB
4, -3, -4
LCH
4, 5, 233
OKLCH
0.16, 0.02, 220
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, -2, -2
HWB
196, 1%, 92%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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