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
140504
RGB
20, 5, 4
HSL
4, 67%, 5%
HSB
4, 80%, 8%
CMYK
0, 75, 80, 92
LAB
2, 5, 2
LCH
2, 5, 24
OKLCH
0.14, 0.03, 27
XYZ
0, 0, 0
LUV
2, 3, 1
HWB
4, 2%, 92%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Browse every named black on shades of black, or all families on colors.