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
030D0E
RGB
3, 13, 14
HSL
185, 65%, 3%
HSB
185, 79%, 5%
CMYK
79, 7, 0, 95
LAB
3, -3, -1
LCH
3, 3, 209
OKLCH
0.15, 0.02, 202
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
3, -2, -1
HWB
185, 1%, 95%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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