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
040D15
RGB
4, 13, 21
HSL
208, 68%, 5%
HSB
208, 81%, 8%
CMYK
81, 38, 0, 92
LAB
3, -1, -5
LCH
3, 5, 256
OKLCH
0.15, 0.02, 243
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
3, -2, -3
HWB
208, 2%, 92%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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