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| Precedent Aretha Tomato |
Red: Red is a high energy color. It is the color of roses, fire, and blood, so it is often associated with romance, war, courage, strength and danger. Red is often used to create a sense of urgency, warning, passion, or leadership. Did you know red actually has a physical effect on the body? It can cause your heart rate to rise, increases breathing, and can also enhance your metabolism! Red is perfect for a bedroom, kitchen, dining room, or gym.*
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| DwellStudio Vintage Blossom Citrine |
Yellow: What is the first thing you think of when you see yellow? Well the sun of course! Yellow is associated with happiness, joy and energy. It also stimulates metal activity and is an attention grabber. Yellow creates a sense of freshness, and is also associated with honor and loyalty. However, be careful not to overuse yellow, as it may cause a disturbing effect. Did you know babies cry more in yellow rooms.*
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| Precedent Pharaoh Guava |
Orange: Orange combines the energy of red and cheerfulness of yellow. It often associated with the topics and sunshine. Orange represents enthusiasm, creativity, fascination and joy. It also stimulates your appetite since its citrus color is often associated with healthy foods. Orange also is symbolic of strength and endurance. Use orange in a beach house or themed room to create an exotic feeling, or in an office or work space to enhance creativity.*
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| DwellStudio Medallion Band Mineral |
Blue: Being the color of the sky and ocean, blue is associated with depth, stability and tranquility. Like red, blue has its own physical effects on the body. It promotes calmness and suppresses appetite. Blue is also representative of clarity, cleanliness, healing and seriousness. It is a strong, masculine color that can make someone feel protected and safe. Using blue in bathrooms and spas helps create the calm, submissive feelings that promote tranquility.*
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| Parisian Loft Slubby Pear |
Green: Green is the color of money and nature. It is associated with fertility and growth, as well as envy and jealousy. Opposed to the danger that red can represent, green represents safely. Green evokes a sense of stability and endurance that is often associated with high ranking officials. Now, green also represents sustainability and investment in the protection of the earth's natural resources.*
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| DwellStudio Batavia Ikat Amethyst |
Purple: Purple is associated with wealth, royalty, and extravagance. This is because purple dye was so hard to obtain in early times that only the rich could afford it. This is also why purple is symbolic of power and nobility. However, it can also be associated with mystery and magic. Did you know, surveys show children prefer purple to all other colors.*
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| Precedent Jordan White |
White: White is the essence of purity. It represents innocence, cleanliness and goodness. White almost always has a positive connotation. White is often associated with a new beginning. It is often used in contemporary settings to reiterate the clean lines and starkness of modern design. However, in some foreign cultures, white can represent death.*
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| Precedent Leather Fiji Ebony |
Black: The exact opposite of white, black is usually associated with death, sadness and grief. There is a sense of mystery and evilness with this color. However, black has grown in popularity to represent sleekness, elegance and power, as in black tie affair or a little black dress. Using black as a backdrop for other colors will make them stand out more.*
Find out what color best suits you by taking this fun quiz from Better Homes and Gardens. Click here to find out fun decorating tips based on your color personality!
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*Thanks to Color Wheel Pro for the helpful insight to the meaning of colors.
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