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
100F17
RGB
16, 15, 23
HSL
248, 21%, 7%
HSB
248, 35%, 9%
CMYK
30, 35, 0, 91
LAB
5, 2, -5
LCH
5, 5, 290
OKLCH
0.17, 0.02, 290
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
5, 0, -3
HWB
248, 6%, 91%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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