Much has been written over the years on this subject. the question is are the theories more anecdotal than scientific fact? It can be said without doubt that colour does inspire and it does have meaning in our lives. Here are some theories on emotional, physical and behavioural attributes of certain colours...which colour suit you?
| Colour |
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Emotional |
Physical |
Behavioural |
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love
vitality
passion
danger |
courage
increases respiratory rate
increase blood pressure
aids digestion
increases strength |
aggressive
sensuous
extreme
athletic
impulsive
sensual
physical
bullying |
|
|
active
boldness
exuberance
cheer
vigour |
decreases irritability
improves social behaviour
decreases hostility
|
gregarious
active
social
extroverted
jovial
pleasure seeking
fickle
|
|
|
optimism
irritability
wisdom
cheer
annoyance
warmth |
increase irritability
increases hostility
sharpen memory
stimulates appetite
aids digestion
stimulates circulation |
caution
debate
egotism
innovation
introspection
communication
discrimination |
|
|
growth
envy
inexperience
refreshment
birth
jealousy
wealth
compassion |
rejuvenation
expansiveness
balance
|
moderation
normalcy
social
conventional
traditional
|
|
|
earthiness
natural
tranquil
bored
casual
embraced
safe
|
encompassed
dull
|
homespun
shrewd
sturdy
reliable
stable
ultraconservative |
|
|
serenity
peace
sadness
loyalty
sincerity
justice
|
lowers blood pressure
slows respiratory rate
cooling and relaxing
antidote for red
|
conceptual
dogmatic
rigid
loyal
astute
responsible
pragmatic
manipulative
conservative
authoritative |
|
|
royalty
quietness
supremacy
reverence
|
lowers blood pressure
depresses appetite
quietens overactive glands and organs
quietens overactive internal dialogue |
elegance
spiritual
reverence
creativity
day dreaming
philosophical
lateral thinking |
|
|
emotional
guarded |
weakens muscles
stimulates sweet tooth
|
gentle
friendly
protective
indulged
|
|
|
steady
stable
dignity
protected
resignation
negotiable
indecision |
|
deliberate
disciplined
compromise
guarded
negotiable |
|
|
joy
hope
innocence
cleanliness
|
purity
enlightenment |
individualism
indecision
idealism
optimism |
|
|
mourning
mystery
fright
elegant
dignity
sophisticated
uncertainty
intimidated
intimidating
|
mourning
fatigue |
worldly
stunning
powerful
aloof
intimidating
dignified
mysterious |
