Overview

• Experts say frequent use of black often projects seriousness, strength or a desire for protection, reinforcing a sense of control.
• The color’s association with elegance and authority can boost confidence in work or social settings, signaling determination and self-esteem.
• Psychologists emphasize that the habit is not a reliable marker of sadness or negativity and can reflect personal power.
• Research highlighted by Karen Pine finds that clothing shapes mindset and behavior, with black conveying sobriety and inner strength in challenging moments.
• People also choose black for simplicity or aesthetic coherence, and its meaning depends on context, from introspective identity to cultural links with mourning.