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
0D091C
RGB
13, 9, 28
HSL
253, 51%, 7%
HSB
253, 68%, 11%
CMYK
54, 68, 0, 89
LAB
3, 4, -11
LCH
3, 11, 292
OKLCH
0.16, 0.04, 291
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
3, 0, -5
HWB
253, 4%, 89%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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