BLACK Colour Meaning

"I've been 40 years discovering that the queen of all colors was black." 

-- Pierre-Auguste Renoir

black

(blak)

-noun

The color at one extreme end of the scale of grays, oppositeto white, absorbing all light incident upon it.

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Black is Chic!

Black is authoritative and powerful; because black can evoke strong emotions, too much can be overwhelming. Black represents a lack of color, the primordial void, emptiness. It is a classic color for clothing, possibly because it makes the wearer appear thinner and more sophisticated.

Combination of Black+Other Colours

good news: black goes with everything!

black+bright, jewel-toned shades of red, blue, and green= exciting

black +pink/red= seduction

black+ yellow= makes yellow really pop

black + gray or blue = very classic and conservative

Feng Shui Use of the Colour Black

Black color is full of the feng shui energy of mystery and sophistication.

It can be used in North (Water), East (Wood) and Southeast (Wood) areas. Avoid black in the South (Fire) area of your space, and use in moderation in the children's rooms, as well as in the main entry and kitchen .

Because black color brings the feng shui energy of grounding and stability, its best use indoors should be not much higher than the eye level.

Use black in décor , for example black and white photos in black frames, or a mirrorin a black frame.

Feelings that Black Color Gives

power

elegance

sophistication

formality

wealth

anonymity

depth

style

mysterious

seductive

sexy

Black in Interior

Dark colors generally make rooms seem much smaller than they are, so unless you enjoy cocooning, black might not be a great choice for background color especially on walls.

The number of color combinations using black are huge, though some like orange and black tend to have holiday connotations that would be downright irritating yearround. One current trend is mixing a neutral room with some pieces of black furniture. The effect can be very elegant, and provides a contemporary twist for a traditional room. Black used with a mix of white and brights often looks very modern. Black White and Pink can be very stylish and feminine.

Interesting Facts

*A black cat crossing one's path is considered bad luck in many cultures, except in England, where spotting a black cat is considered good luck.

*Musicians in an orchestra pit often wear all black during live concerts, so as not to draw attention away from the stage performers.

*When worn by people with lighter hair color, it is an indicator of inner strength and determination. 

*Black is classically used as an accent for Jewel tones and rich metallic Gold.

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WHITE Colour Meaning

“White covers a multitude of sins.”

 -- Jonathan Milne

white

(hwīt, wīt)
-noun


The achromatic color of maximum lightness; the color of objects that reflect nearly all light of all visible wavelengths; the complement or antagonist of black, the other extreme of the neutral gray series. Although typically a response to maximum stimulation of the retina, the perception of white appears always to depend on contrast.

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 White represents purity, cleanliness, and innocence. 

Like black, white goes well with almost any colour.

In most cases white is seen as a neutral background color. 

Use white to signify cleanliness or purity or softness.

Use lots of white for a summery look. Use small amounts of white to soften a wintery palette or suggest snow.

Combination of White+Other Colours

 white+ light,pastel tones=Spring-like palette

red+white+blue =patriotic palette

white+violet/pink feminine

white+blue= seaside stories

works well with any color

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Feng Shui Use of the Colour White

 White is the color that belongs to the feng shui element of Metal. Its feng shui energy is crisp, clear, clean and fresh. White is the color of beginnings, as well as clear endings.

White color is highly recommended for the feng shui areas where Metal is the dominant element, such as the West and Northwest .

Try to limit an all-white scheme in the East and Southeast areas, and bring it more as an accent, rather than a dominant color.

Having a fresh, pure white space - be it your meditation space or your bathroom - will soothe your psyche and spread healing vibrations throughout your home.

Feelings that White Color Gives

 purity

chastity

virginal

youth

simplicity

clean

fresh

bright

blinding

peace

humility

precision

innocence

birth

winter

snow

good

cold

clinical

sterile

mild

spirituality

White in Interior

Light and airy, white opens up the smallest spaces and brings cohesion to large rooms filled with furnishings.

A white-on-white scheme creates an airy, restful master bedroom.

If the room has only white color scheme, you can add the bowl filled with water and tones of color grey-green, and add some pillows for additional color.

White and black color scheme with stripes provide classy and clean feel to it.

Use white and purple colors for kids room

You can use colors as ivory, cream tones and beige in place of the blinding white that can look too harsh.

Interesting Facts

*According to Pantone Inc., white is the best selling color for the classic american t-shirt.

*The appearance of white in a dream is thought to represent happiness at home. White castles are a symbol of achievement, destiny perfectly fulfilled, and spiritual perfection.

*Originally, scientists wore beige coats. In the late 19th century, medical professionals chose white ones. The color white was chosen because of the idea of hope and expectations for healing and recovery that the physicians would bring.

*White clothes makes your skin appear darker.

*Aids mental clarity.

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PURPLE Colour Meaning

"I think it pisses God off if you walk by the color purple in a

field somewhere and don't notice it." 

-- Alice Walker

pur·ple 
(pûrpl)

-noun

 Any of a group of colors with a hue between that of violet and red.

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Purple is the color for royalties. It stands for wealth, luxury and sophistication.

Purple is a rare colour in nature. In ancient times, people used a certain species of shellfish to create purple dyes.

Purple is often preferred by artists. People who like to consider themselves different from the crowd.

Combination of Purple +Other Colours

eggplant purple+neutral tans

=earthy, conservative with a little mystery

Green +purple in lighter shades=

spring like , cheerful

pink + purple =feminine

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Feng Shui Use of the Color Purple

Feng shui-wise, it is not good to put Purple on a walls at your home.Some masters believe that color purple on the wall may trigger blood disease.

Perfect space for purple would be meditation and relaxation space.

Use in moderation throughout your home or go for lighter color tones, like lavender. Limit the purple color in areas of East and Southeast areas, as well as the West.

An excellent way to bring the royal purple in your environment is with Amethyst, one of the most powerful feng shui crystals.

Feelings that Purple Colour Gives

wisdom

royalty

nobility

ceremony

richness

power

passion

moodiness

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Purple in Interior

It is mostly seen in the pale form of mauve or lilac.

Violet is great for girls bedrooms as it is peaceful and calm.

It is a creative color so works well in working, or learning areas.

When teamed with yellow, it's complementary color it creates a very forceful statement, is dignified and regal. This combination looks stunning as an upholstery fabric on a dining chair.

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Interesting Facts

*Purple was the color of the first dye made by man. It was called "Mauveine" and was made out of coal tar. The recipe was discovered by William Henry Perkin in 1856.

*Purple represents the planet Jupiter.

*Lonely color

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