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
061420
RGB
6, 20, 32
HSL
208, 68%, 7%
HSB
208, 81%, 13%
CMYK
81, 38, 0, 87
LAB
6, -2, -10
LCH
6, 10, 258
OKLCH
0.19, 0.03, 246
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
6, -3, -5
HWB
208, 2%, 87%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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