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
12151F
RGB
18, 21, 31
HSL
226, 27%, 10%
HSB
226, 42%, 12%
CMYK
42, 32, 0, 88
LAB
7, 1, -7
LCH
7, 8, 276
OKLCH
0.20, 0.02, 271
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
7, -1, -4
HWB
226, 7%, 88%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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