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
141120
RGB
20, 17, 32
HSL
252, 31%, 10%
HSB
252, 47%, 13%
CMYK
38, 47, 0, 87
LAB
6, 4, -10
LCH
6, 11, 294
OKLCH
0.19, 0.03, 292
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
6, 0, -6
HWB
252, 7%, 87%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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