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
090915
RGB
9, 9, 21
HSL
240, 40%, 6%
HSB
240, 57%, 8%
CMYK
57, 57, 0, 92
LAB
3, 2, -6
LCH
3, 6, 285
OKLCH
0.15, 0.03, 283
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
3, 0, -3
HWB
240, 4%, 92%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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