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
0A0E19
RGB
10, 14, 25
HSL
224, 43%, 7%
HSB
224, 60%, 10%
CMYK
60, 44, 0, 90
LAB
4, 1, -7
LCH
4, 7, 275
OKLCH
0.17, 0.02, 268
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, -1, -4
HWB
224, 4%, 90%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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