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
051715
RGB
5, 23, 21
HSL
173, 64%, 5%
HSB
173, 78%, 9%
CMYK
78, 0, 9, 91
LAB
6, -7, -1
LCH
6, 7, 188
OKLCH
0.19, 0.03, 186
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
6, -4, 0
HWB
173, 2%, 91%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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