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
0E1528
RGB
14, 21, 40
HSL
224, 48%, 11%
HSB
224, 65%, 16%
CMYK
65, 47, 0, 84
LAB
7, 2, -14
LCH
7, 14, 278
OKLCH
0.20, 0.04, 267
XYZ
1, 1, 2
LUV
7, -2, -9
HWB
224, 5%, 84%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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