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
050E16
RGB
5, 14, 22
HSL
208, 63%, 5%
HSB
208, 77%, 9%
CMYK
77, 36, 0, 91
LAB
4, -1, -5
LCH
4, 6, 256
OKLCH
0.16, 0.02, 244
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, -2, -3
HWB
208, 2%, 91%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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