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
10190B
RGB
16, 25, 11
HSL
99, 39%, 7%
HSB
99, 56%, 10%
CMYK
36, 0, 56, 90
LAB
8, -6, 7
LCH
8, 9, 134
OKLCH
0.20, 0.03, 135
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
8, -2, 5
HWB
99, 4%, 90%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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