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
0F100E
RGB
15, 16, 14
HSL
90, 7%, 6%
HSB
90, 13%, 6%
CMYK
6, 0, 12, 94
LAB
5, -1, 1
LCH
5, 1, 126
OKLCH
0.17, 0.00, 129
XYZ
0, 1, 0
LUV
5, 0, 1
HWB
90, 5%, 94%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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