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
080E20
RGB
8, 14, 32
HSL
225, 60%, 8%
HSB
225, 75%, 13%
CMYK
75, 56, 0, 87
LAB
4, 2, -12
LCH
4, 13, 278
OKLCH
0.17, 0.04, 268
XYZ
1, 0, 1
LUV
4, -1, -6
HWB
225, 3%, 87%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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