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
03181C
RGB
3, 24, 28
HSL
190, 81%, 6%
HSB
190, 89%, 11%
CMYK
89, 14, 0, 89
LAB
7, -7, -5
LCH
7, 9, 220
OKLCH
0.19, 0.03, 211
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
7, -4, -3
HWB
190, 1%, 89%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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