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
130910
RGB
19, 9, 16
HSL
318, 36%, 5%
HSB
318, 53%, 7%
CMYK
0, 53, 16, 93
LAB
3, 4, -2
LCH
3, 5, 336
OKLCH
0.16, 0.02, 338
XYZ
0, 0, 1
LUV
3, 2, -1
HWB
318, 4%, 93%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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