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
090713
RGB
9, 7, 19
HSL
250, 46%, 5%
HSB
250, 63%, 7%
CMYK
53, 63, 0, 93
LAB
2, 2, -5
LCH
2, 6, 291
OKLCH
0.14, 0.03, 291
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
2, 0, -3
HWB
250, 3%, 93%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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