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
051917
RGB
5, 25, 23
HSL
174, 67%, 6%
HSB
174, 80%, 10%
CMYK
80, 0, 8, 90
LAB
7, -8, -1
LCH
7, 8, 189
OKLCH
0.20, 0.03, 187
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
7, -5, 0
HWB
174, 2%, 90%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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