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
100201
RGB
16, 2, 1
HSL
4, 88%, 3%
HSB
4, 94%, 6%
CMYK
0, 88, 94, 94
LAB
1, 4, 2
LCH
1, 4, 25
OKLCH
0.12, 0.03, 32
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
1, 3, 1
HWB
4, 0%, 94%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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