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
100617
RGB
16, 6, 23
HSL
275, 59%, 6%
HSB
275, 74%, 9%
CMYK
30, 74, 0, 91
LAB
3, 5, -7
LCH
3, 9, 306
OKLCH
0.15, 0.04, 310
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
3, 1, -4
HWB
275, 2%, 91%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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