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
100E15
RGB
16, 14, 21
HSL
257, 20%, 7%
HSB
257, 33%, 8%
CMYK
24, 33, 0, 92
LAB
4, 2, -4
LCH
4, 4, 296
OKLCH
0.17, 0.01, 298
XYZ
1, 0, 1
LUV
4, 0, -2
HWB
257, 5%, 92%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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