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
041725
RGB
4, 23, 37
HSL
205, 80%, 8%
HSB
205, 89%, 15%
CMYK
89, 38, 0, 85
LAB
7, -3, -12
LCH
7, 13, 255
OKLCH
0.20, 0.04, 242
XYZ
1, 1, 2
LUV
7, -4, -7
HWB
205, 2%, 85%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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