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
0B1909
RGB
11, 25, 9
HSL
113, 47%, 7%
HSB
113, 64%, 10%
CMYK
56, 0, 64, 90
LAB
7, -8, 7
LCH
7, 11, 140
OKLCH
0.20, 0.04, 141
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
7, -4, 5
HWB
113, 4%, 90%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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