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
0F0E13
RGB
15, 14, 19
HSL
252, 15%, 6%
HSB
252, 26%, 7%
CMYK
21, 26, 0, 93
LAB
4, 1, -3
LCH
4, 3, 293
OKLCH
0.17, 0.01, 294
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
4, 0, -2
HWB
252, 5%, 93%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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