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
14121D
RGB
20, 18, 29
HSL
251, 23%, 9%
HSB
251, 38%, 11%
CMYK
31, 38, 0, 89
LAB
6, 3, -7
LCH
6, 8, 293
OKLCH
0.19, 0.02, 292
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
6, 0, -4
HWB
251, 7%, 89%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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