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
040509
RGB
4, 5, 9
HSL
228, 38%, 3%
HSB
228, 56%, 4%
CMYK
56, 44, 0, 96
LAB
1, 0, -2
LCH
1, 2, 275
OKLCH
0.12, 0.01, 271
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, 0, -1
HWB
228, 2%, 96%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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