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
071220
RGB
7, 18, 32
HSL
214, 64%, 8%
HSB
214, 78%, 13%
CMYK
78, 44, 0, 87
LAB
5, -1, -11
LCH
5, 11, 267
OKLCH
0.18, 0.03, 255
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
5, -2, -6
HWB
214, 3%, 87%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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