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
040A06
RGB
4, 10, 6
HSL
140, 43%, 3%
HSB
140, 60%, 4%
CMYK
60, 0, 40, 96
LAB
2, -2, 1
LCH
2, 2, 155
OKLCH
0.13, 0.02, 157
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
2, -1, 1
HWB
140, 2%, 96%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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