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
1E1004
RGB
30, 16, 4
HSL
28, 76%, 7%
HSB
28, 87%, 12%
CMYK
0, 47, 87, 88
LAB
6, 6, 7
LCH
6, 9, 53
OKLCH
0.19, 0.03, 63
XYZ
1, 1, 0
LUV
6, 5, 5
HWB
28, 2%, 88%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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