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
1F0F1F
RGB
31, 15, 31
HSL
300, 35%, 9%
HSB
300, 52%, 12%
CMYK
0, 52, 0, 88
LAB
7, 11, -8
LCH
7, 13, 325
OKLCH
0.20, 0.04, 327
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
7, 4, -5
HWB
300, 6%, 88%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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