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
10070F
RGB
16, 7, 15
HSL
307, 39%, 5%
HSB
307, 56%, 6%
CMYK
0, 56, 6, 94
LAB
3, 4, -2
LCH
3, 4, 327
OKLCH
0.15, 0.02, 331
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
3, 1, -2
HWB
307, 3%, 94%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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