Meaning of Colors
Language of Color
The meaning of colors can have a great effect on us. So it is so helpful to learn about this, when choosing different color schemes.
-Colors have the ability to make us feel or act a certain way, yes there is actually a "language of color".
-Colors can make us feel happy and cheerful, or warm and cozy.
-Colors even have the ability to make us feel anxious and excited.
Even at a young age we begin to have color preferences, and choose our favorites.
We associate colors with certain memories or feelings. Maybe a color reminds us of a special loved one, a favorite food, or a special flower.
Meaning of Colors
-We are going to explore the language or mood of a certain color, and how it will effect you and your surroundings.
-We will learn about each individual color and it's unique "personality".
-We will see that some colors work best in certain rooms and environments, and will be a great aid to helping you make great color choices.
Go ahead and click on each of the colors below and find out more about each one of these unique color palettes. Enjoy exploring them all!
Warm Color Schemes
These shades create warmth and coziness to a room. They are great to compliment with cool colors. If living in a cool climate these decorating colors will actually make you feel warmer.
RED is: Dynamic, Stimulating, Cozy...
ORANGE is: Commanding, Cheerful, Warming...
YELLOW is: Energetic, Expanding, Cheerful...
PINK is: Complimentary, Soothing, and Feminine...
BLUE is: Cooling, Calming, Relaxing...
PURPLE is: Spiritual, Comforting, Creative...
GREEN is: Balancing, Fresh, Eye-pleasing...
These shades are used to bring balance to other colors. They help brighter colors to stand out and move into center stage.
BROWN is: Warm, Comforting, and Earthy...
BLACK is: Stabilizing, Strengthening, and Authoritative...
WHITE is: Purifying, Unifying, and Expanding...
Now that you have learned about the meaning of colors you can return to
Decorating With Color from Meaning Of Colors. Or learn about Choosing Color Schemes.
and Interior Decorating Color
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