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
021A19
RGB
2, 26, 25
HSL
178, 86%, 5%
HSB
178, 92%, 10%
CMYK
92, 0, 4, 90
LAB
7, -9, -2
LCH
7, 9, 195
OKLCH
0.20, 0.03, 191
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
7, -5, -1
HWB
178, 1%, 90%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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