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
150B17
RGB
21, 11, 23
HSL
290, 35%, 7%
HSB
290, 52%, 9%
CMYK
9, 52, 0, 91
LAB
4, 5, -5
LCH
4, 8, 317
OKLCH
0.17, 0.03, 321
XYZ
1, 0, 1
LUV
4, 2, -3
HWB
290, 4%, 91%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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