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
040B13
RGB
4, 11, 19
HSL
212, 65%, 5%
HSB
212, 79%, 7%
CMYK
79, 42, 0, 93
LAB
3, -1, -5
LCH
3, 5, 260
OKLCH
0.15, 0.02, 248
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
3, -1, -2
HWB
212, 2%, 93%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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