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
040C09
RGB
4, 12, 9
HSL
158, 50%, 3%
HSB
158, 67%, 5%
CMYK
67, 0, 25, 95
LAB
3, -3, 0
LCH
3, 3, 171
OKLCH
0.14, 0.02, 172
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
3, -1, 0
HWB
158, 2%, 95%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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