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
040E1F
RGB
4, 14, 31
HSL
218, 77%, 7%
HSB
218, 87%, 12%
CMYK
87, 55, 0, 88
LAB
4, 0, -12
LCH
4, 12, 272
OKLCH
0.16, 0.04, 258
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, -2, -6
HWB
218, 2%, 88%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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