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
051815
RGB
5, 24, 21
HSL
171, 66%, 6%
HSB
171, 79%, 9%
CMYK
79, 0, 12, 91
LAB
7, -7, 0
LCH
7, 7, 183
OKLCH
0.19, 0.03, 182
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
7, -4, 0
HWB
171, 2%, 91%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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