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
040101
RGB
4, 1, 1
HSL
0, 60%, 1%
HSB
0, 75%, 2%
CMYK
0, 75, 75, 98
LAB
0, 1, 0
LCH
0, 1, 20
OKLCH
0.08, 0.02, 21
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
0, 1, 0
HWB
0, 0%, 98%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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