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
1E0A13
RGB
30, 10, 19
HSL
333, 50%, 8%
HSB
333, 67%, 12%
CMYK
0, 67, 37, 88
LAB
5, 10, -1
LCH
5, 10, 353
OKLCH
0.18, 0.04, 353
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
5, 5, -1
HWB
333, 4%, 88%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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