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
04150D
RGB
4, 21, 13
HSL
152, 68%, 5%
HSB
152, 81%, 8%
CMYK
81, 0, 38, 92
LAB
5, -7, 2
LCH
5, 7, 161
OKLCH
0.18, 0.03, 163
XYZ
0, 1, 0
LUV
5, -4, 2
HWB
152, 2%, 92%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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