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
0B1907
RGB
11, 25, 7
HSL
107, 56%, 6%
HSB
107, 72%, 10%
CMYK
56, 0, 72, 90
LAB
7, -8, 7
LCH
7, 11, 138
OKLCH
0.19, 0.04, 139
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
7, -4, 6
HWB
107, 3%, 90%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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