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
15170D
RGB
21, 23, 13
HSL
72, 28%, 7%
HSB
72, 43%, 9%
CMYK
9, 0, 43, 91
LAB
7, -3, 5
LCH
7, 6, 115
OKLCH
0.20, 0.02, 117
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
7, 0, 4
HWB
72, 5%, 91%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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