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
081311
RGB
8, 19, 17
HSL
169, 41%, 5%
HSB
169, 58%, 7%
CMYK
58, 0, 11, 93
LAB
5, -4, 0
LCH
5, 4, 182
OKLCH
0.18, 0.02, 182
XYZ
0, 1, 1
LUV
5, -2, 0
HWB
169, 3%, 93%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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