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
031B11
RGB
3, 27, 17
HSL
155, 80%, 6%
HSB
155, 89%, 11%
CMYK
89, 0, 37, 89
LAB
8, -11, 3
LCH
8, 11, 162
OKLCH
0.20, 0.04, 164
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
8, -6, 3
HWB
155, 1%, 89%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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