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
04040C
RGB
4, 4, 12
HSL
240, 50%, 3%
HSB
240, 67%, 5%
CMYK
67, 67, 0, 95
LAB
1, 1, -3
LCH
1, 3, 285
OKLCH
0.11, 0.02, 282
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, 0, -2
HWB
240, 2%, 95%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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