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
100C1A
RGB
16, 12, 26
HSL
257, 37%, 7%
HSB
257, 54%, 10%
CMYK
38, 54, 0, 90
LAB
4, 4, -8
LCH
4, 9, 295
OKLCH
0.17, 0.03, 296
XYZ
1, 0, 1
LUV
4, 0, -4
HWB
257, 5%, 90%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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