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
07090F
RGB
7, 9, 15
HSL
225, 36%, 4%
HSB
225, 53%, 6%
CMYK
53, 40, 0, 94
LAB
2, 0, -3
LCH
2, 3, 273
OKLCH
0.14, 0.01, 268
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
2, 0, -1
HWB
225, 3%, 94%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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