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
11101F
RGB
17, 16, 31
HSL
244, 32%, 9%
HSB
244, 48%, 12%
CMYK
45, 48, 0, 88
LAB
5, 3, -10
LCH
5, 10, 288
OKLCH
0.18, 0.03, 286
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
5, 0, -5
HWB
244, 6%, 88%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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