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
131709
RGB
19, 23, 9
HSL
77, 44%, 6%
HSB
77, 61%, 9%
CMYK
17, 0, 61, 91
LAB
7, -4, 7
LCH
7, 8, 120
OKLCH
0.20, 0.03, 122
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
7, -1, 5
HWB
77, 4%, 91%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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