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
05081A
RGB
5, 8, 26
HSL
231, 68%, 6%
HSB
231, 81%, 10%
CMYK
81, 69, 0, 90
LAB
2, 2, -10
LCH
2, 10, 280
OKLCH
0.14, 0.04, 271
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
2, -1, -4
HWB
231, 2%, 90%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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