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
11130C
RGB
17, 19, 12
HSL
77, 23%, 6%
HSB
77, 37%, 7%
CMYK
11, 0, 37, 93
LAB
6, -2, 3
LCH
6, 4, 119
OKLCH
0.18, 0.01, 121
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
6, 0, 2
HWB
77, 5%, 93%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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