Color is not a physical property of an object.
Color is actually a perception, a visual response of the eye and the brain to energy bouncing off the pigments of objects. Color creates a psychological impact on all of us.
February is a very RED month, due primarily to Valentine’s Day.
Red conveys confidence, assertiveness, excitement, drama and exuberance. Wear red when you want to be recognized, to be seen and be noticed. Wear an accent of red in business, when you want to show authority without being threatening.
Red is the color of persuasion. So it is very effective in attracting the opposite sex, hence the little red dress for women. And men also look attractive wearing red in ties, shirts, and dare I say briefs.
Both sexes look attractive in red(s) that complement their skin color. Your Red or Romantic Color is the color reflected by your flushed skin, which reveals your passion, your sexual energy, and your romantic self. Wear your version of red on a hot date, a romantic evening , or any time you want to show your passion.
Red also has a negative side. It conveys aggression, danger,
sinfulness, and it can signal fiery temperament.
Avoid wearing red:
- When you are over tired or over stressed. It actually increases your physical tension.
- When you are not ready to defend your position.
- When you are meeting potential in-laws – red can scare them.
- When you are interviewing for a job that you want. It
signals you are not a team player. - When teaching a class over 4 hours. Red is very wearing on your students.*
What is Your Red?
Reds can be “Crisp and Clear” , “Cool and Relaxed”, “Warm and Mellow”, Rich and Contrasted”. Each one has its own psychological quality. Here are some categories of red:
- Orange Reds: Chinese red, cayenne, terra-cotta, paprika, brick red, orange red, tomato, tangerine, flame
- Pinkish Red: geranium, watermelon, strawberry
- Purple Reds: bright cherry, dark cherry, cranberry, raspberry, maroon, mulberry, magenta.
- Brownish Red: rusty burgundy, claret, cinnamon, Indian red brown, port, coll brick, rusty brick
- True Reds– clear red, fire engine red, Christmas red, crimson, scarlet, ruby, blue red, vermilion**
Some People can wear many reds, and others just one. Let me help you find your true red or your best palette of reds.
* Sharon Chisman “Psychological Colors”
**Color your style David Zyla