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
110E1D
RGB
17, 14, 29
HSL
252, 35%, 8%
HSB
252, 52%, 11%
CMYK
41, 52, 0, 89
LAB
5, 4, -9
LCH
5, 10, 292
OKLCH
0.18, 0.03, 292
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
5, 0, -5
HWB
252, 5%, 89%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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