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
05100E
RGB
5, 16, 14
HSL
169, 52%, 4%
HSB
169, 69%, 6%
CMYK
69, 0, 12, 94
LAB
4, -4, 0
LCH
4, 4, 183
OKLCH
0.16, 0.02, 182
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
4, -2, 0
HWB
169, 2%, 94%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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