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
1E101D
RGB
30, 16, 29
HSL
304, 30%, 9%
HSB
304, 47%, 12%
CMYK
0, 47, 3, 88
LAB
7, 9, -6
LCH
7, 11, 327
OKLCH
0.20, 0.03, 329
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
7, 4, -4
HWB
304, 6%, 88%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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