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
080D12
RGB
8, 13, 18
HSL
210, 38%, 5%
HSB
210, 56%, 7%
CMYK
56, 28, 0, 93
LAB
3, -1, -3
LCH
3, 3, 256
OKLCH
0.16, 0.01, 248
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
3, -1, -2
HWB
210, 3%, 93%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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