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
19101E
RGB
25, 16, 30
HSL
279, 30%, 9%
HSB
279, 47%, 12%
CMYK
17, 47, 0, 88
LAB
6, 7, -8
LCH
6, 10, 311
OKLCH
0.19, 0.03, 313
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
6, 2, -5
HWB
279, 6%, 88%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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