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
05101E
RGB
5, 16, 30
HSL
214, 71%, 7%
HSB
214, 83%, 12%
CMYK
83, 47, 0, 88
LAB
4, -1, -11
LCH
4, 11, 267
OKLCH
0.17, 0.03, 254
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, -2, -5
HWB
214, 2%, 88%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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