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
100A12
RGB
16, 10, 18
HSL
285, 29%, 5%
HSB
285, 44%, 7%
CMYK
11, 44, 0, 93
LAB
3, 3, -3
LCH
3, 4, 314
OKLCH
0.16, 0.02, 318
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
3, 1, -2
HWB
285, 4%, 93%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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