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
100F15
RGB
16, 15, 21
HSL
250, 17%, 7%
HSB
250, 29%, 8%
CMYK
24, 29, 0, 92
LAB
5, 1, -3
LCH
5, 4, 291
OKLCH
0.17, 0.01, 293
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
5, 0, -2
HWB
250, 6%, 92%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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