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
071722
RGB
7, 23, 34
HSL
204, 66%, 8%
HSB
204, 79%, 13%
CMYK
79, 32, 0, 87
LAB
7, -3, -10
LCH
7, 10, 252
OKLCH
0.20, 0.03, 240
XYZ
1, 1, 2
LUV
7, -3, -6
HWB
204, 3%, 87%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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