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
0A121D
RGB
10, 18, 29
HSL
215, 49%, 8%
HSB
215, 66%, 11%
CMYK
66, 38, 0, 89
LAB
5, -1, -8
LCH
5, 8, 266
OKLCH
0.18, 0.03, 257
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
5, -2, -4
HWB
215, 4%, 89%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Browse every named black on shades of black, or all families on colors.