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
04121C
RGB
4, 18, 28
HSL
205, 75%, 6%
HSB
205, 86%, 11%
CMYK
86, 36, 0, 89
LAB
5, -2, -8
LCH
5, 9, 254
OKLCH
0.17, 0.03, 240
XYZ
0, 1, 1
LUV
5, -3, -4
HWB
205, 2%, 89%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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