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
050312
RGB
5, 3, 18
HSL
248, 71%, 4%
HSB
248, 83%, 7%
CMYK
72, 83, 0, 93
LAB
1, 2, -6
LCH
1, 7, 290
OKLCH
0.12, 0.04, 288
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
1, 0, -3
HWB
248, 1%, 93%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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