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
080D1E
RGB
8, 13, 30
HSL
226, 58%, 7%
HSB
226, 73%, 12%
CMYK
73, 57, 0, 88
LAB
4, 2, -11
LCH
4, 11, 278
OKLCH
0.16, 0.04, 269
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, -1, -5
HWB
226, 3%, 88%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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