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
03010D
RGB
3, 1, 13
HSL
250, 86%, 3%
HSB
250, 92%, 5%
CMYK
77, 92, 0, 95
LAB
1, 2, -4
LCH
1, 5, 292
OKLCH
0.09, 0.04, 290
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, 0, -2
HWB
250, 0%, 95%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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