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
11111F
RGB
17, 17, 31
HSL
240, 29%, 9%
HSB
240, 45%, 12%
CMYK
45, 45, 0, 88
LAB
6, 3, -9
LCH
6, 10, 286
OKLCH
0.19, 0.03, 283
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
6, 0, -5
HWB
240, 7%, 88%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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