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
100C1D
RGB
16, 12, 29
HSL
254, 41%, 8%
HSB
254, 59%, 11%
CMYK
45, 59, 0, 89
LAB
4, 4, -10
LCH
4, 11, 293
OKLCH
0.17, 0.03, 293
XYZ
1, 0, 1
LUV
4, 0, -5
HWB
254, 5%, 89%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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