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
04191E
RGB
4, 25, 30
HSL
192, 76%, 7%
HSB
192, 87%, 12%
CMYK
87, 17, 0, 88
LAB
7, -6, -6
LCH
7, 9, 224
OKLCH
0.20, 0.03, 215
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
7, -5, -3
HWB
192, 2%, 88%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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