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
240D13
RGB
36, 13, 19
HSL
344, 47%, 10%
HSB
344, 64%, 14%
CMYK
0, 64, 47, 86
LAB
7, 13, 1
LCH
7, 13, 6
OKLCH
0.20, 0.04, 5
XYZ
1, 1, 1
LUV
7, 8, 0
HWB
344, 5%, 86%
Pantone
Black C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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