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
1E0C19
RGB
30, 12, 25
HSL
317, 43%, 8%
HSB
317, 60%, 12%
CMYK
0, 60, 17, 88
LAB
6, 10, -5
LCH
6, 11, 336
OKLCH
0.19, 0.04, 338
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
6, 4, -3
HWB
317, 5%, 88%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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