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
230D16
RGB
35, 13, 22
HSL
335, 46%, 9%
HSB
335, 63%, 14%
CMYK
0, 63, 37, 86
LAB
6, 12, -1
LCH
6, 13, 356
OKLCH
0.20, 0.04, 356
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
6, 7, -2
HWB
335, 5%, 86%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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