Blue color in clothes speaks for what. Psychology of color - the meaning of colors in psychology. What does it mean and what it says
What decides the color? Why do we choose certain shades over and over again? Where does this insistent desire to buy blue blouses or knit dark green rugs come from? Why the day before yesterday yellow was a favorite color, but today it is - "Ugh, how could I buy this ?!" About this and much more - in the column of psychologist and art therapist Evgenia Peltek.
The idea of the important role of color is laid in us literally from the cradle. Pink ribbon - girl, blue - boy. Just don't mix it up! Lilac socks are only for girls, and green socks are for a boy too. Why are you taking a blue one, you have a girl ?!
Infants, of course, do not care about all these color details (especially since in the first weeks of life they distinguish only white and black). However, for us, parents, for some reason it is important. Colors carry information that is embedded in our "cultural code". The emotional charge that we “read” from color has been developing for many centuries, by the entire history of its use in our culture.
Therefore, in order to understand your addiction to this or that shade, it would be good to understand its cultural context, if not in the centuries, then at least at the present time.
Sometimes the lasting meaning of the shade can be read already in its name: “protective” (disguised as terrain and defense), “marshmallow pink” (infantilism, sweetness, defenselessness), “the color of the first grass” (growth, breakthrough, filling the territory) and so on. Further. In other cases, personal associations matter. For example, if a girl's bedroom was covered with lilac wallpaper with yellow flowers as a child, then this combination of shades will be strongly associated with her feeling of security, calmness, as well as the feeling of “home” and a child's attitude. In another person, exactly this combination can cause anxiety.
"However, in addition to individual perception, there are also quite universal stable color associations due to the common upbringing and cultural context in which we grew up. reading to everyone.
Black: "black hole"
What associations do you have with this color? The color of the earth, the color of the night, "black hole". And it is also the color of mourning (that is, open sorrow), borders (it is this color that denotes the contours of the picture). It is also associated with uncertainty and fear, anxiety. This is the most contrasting shade. It is useful for drawing outlines. This makes it literally a border symbol for modern man... Therefore, those who want to "draw the border", isolate themselves from the world and be a "man in a case" often chooses the black color of their "case".
Black absorbs light and heat, does not reflect, but absorbs light (and color) waves.
“In the language of art therapy, the choice of this color can speak of a decline in strength, lack of emotions, vital energy. A person in“ black mode ”is most likely determined not to give, but to receive heat and energy from the outside, accumulating heat.
At the same time, the persistent image of the "little black dress" is associated with sexuality and the idea of impeccable style. The attractiveness of this outfit can be explained in terms of color perception. Black is associated with borders, closedness, mystery, and sometimes danger (darkness, night, uncertainty), which provokes the imagination. At the same time, this black "case", as the name implies, is "small", which means that it leaves enough open areas of the body (arms, legs). This contrast between open and closed, between secrecy and frankness, is very attractive.
Green: "green light"
The idea of resolution is often associated with this color. Since childhood, we have known the counting rhyme: “Red - stop! Yellow - wait! And green - go! ". On the "subcortex", most of us write: "green, so you can." Every day, this conviction is reinforced by all the traffic lights of the highways in your city (not to mention the neighboring ones). Safety signs (crossings, medical signs, emergency exit signs), direction signs are of this exact color.
The second stable association with green is grass, leaves, vegetation, "greenery". Green color is steadily associated with the growth, emergence and development of life, as well as with the development of a territory, the appropriation of the right to it.
“As the grass covers the ground, and the leaves are the trees, so a person in the“ green period ”may strive to develop a new territory (a new profession, achieve a different position in the family or a higher step in a career).
Mixed shades of green evoke not such unambiguous associations. For example, the color "khaki" (often called "protective") is obtained by mixing gray or light brown with green. Already from the name - "protective", "khaki" - it is clear that a person who prefers such shades, feels the need for defense, protection or disguise. He does not want to draw attention to his person, "merging into the landscape." Brighter shades of the same color often cause negative associations: for example, "green melancholy", "swamp mud" or simply "swamp".
It happens that a person chooses a subjectively unpleasant shade for his clothes.
For example, during one of the art therapy sessions, client A., when I asked to show unpleasant colors, confidently chose khaki color. She explained that he was associated with "swamp" and "stagnation" for her. At the same time, A. that day was wearing trousers of a saturated "bottle" color, exactly the same as this shade. I invited her to depict the emerging image on paper and comment on the drawing. It turned out that the "swamp" in her view is a breeding ground from which flowers sprout.
At present, A. is mastering a new profession that is interesting to her. Behind the symbol of "swamp" she easily recognized the current job, which feeds the girl, but does not arouse much interest. A. understood: in this moment of time, the "swamp" color symbolizes support and stability for her, the possibility of professional development in a new field. That is why A.'s not visually pleasing color has been allowed into her wardrobe.
Blue: "blue sea"
Blue color considered the most "calm", stable, restoring balance. This is the color of the sea and sky, which is probably why it is considered the color of stability, tranquility, deep reflection.
“A person may experience an increased need for this color in situations where it is important for him to calm down, to detach himself from vivid emotions and experiences.
Also, blue is often associated with intelligence. It is no coincidence that the pseudoscientific term "indigo children", denoting unusually developed, unusual children with increased intellectual (and some other) abilities, is associated with this particular shade. Road information signs ("pedestrian crossing", "descent", "stop", "parking"), as a rule, are blue.
At the same time, blue is a cold shade associated with detachment, coldness, and emotionlessness.
Also, blue is the color of water, and therefore it is a symbol not only of seas, rivers, oceans, rain, but also tears, which means it is the color of sadness and sadness.
During one of the art therapy sessions, a young woman R. persistently drew transparent vessels filled with blue - decanters, glasses, jugs, explaining that it was water. When I asked her to draw this water, she completely painted over the sheet with blue, and drew a small figure in the center - herself. Looking at her drawing, R. burst into tears. She recognized in the blue "fog" her melancholy, which completely "overwhelmed" her. At this time, R. was going through parting with a loved one, but outwardly remained absolutely calm and balanced. The color blue, which she preferred in clothes, became for her a way to maintain balance in an emotional difficult situation, at the same time being an expression of sadness and longing for a loved one.
Red: "fire flower"
Red is one of the most prominent colors in the spectrum. It is the color of warmth, fire, love, life, energy. In Orthodoxy, red is considered a symbol of the Resurrection - the victory of life over death. But at the same time, Orthodox culture, which is part of the cultural context that surrounds us, recognizes the duality of this color, also considering it the color of blood and torment, the color of the sacrifice of Christ. The color of fire and blood evokes associations with a powerful element, it is the color of directed energy, at the same time - a symbol of love, sex and aggression.
A bright red dress is an unambiguous sexual challenge (or appeal) addressed to a partner (real or potential).
In addition, this color symbolizes confidence and determination to act. If a person has a need to demonstrate his power, strength, he will give preference to this color.
It is also a warning color. In nature, animals and insects, which have a bright red color, seem to say - “don't come near, it's dangerous!”. In our, "human", warning about danger or prohibiting road signs, red is also used for the most part (it is most noticeable and visible from a long distance).
“A person who persistently chooses this energetic color for his outfits or accessories is most likely determined to change a lot in his life. the color of your outfit.
Yellow: "warm sun"
With yellow, everything seems to be simple - it is the color of warmth, sun, joy, chickens and summer. It evokes a feeling of carelessness and optimism, it is a kind of quintessence of life. But on the other pole of this color - not the most pleasant associations: lies, betrayal and insanity. “Yellow House”, “Yellow Newspaper”, “disturbing” yellow flowers at Margarita Bulgakov's, sickly yellow skin color and so on.
Why is that? Yellow is one of the brightest. It is associated with life and change, which means that it is deeply dual in nature. Big changes involve shaking up values, abandoning old habits, and getting out of the shell. People who prefer yellow seem to announce that they are ready for drastic changes. And such a willingness sometimes causes not only support, but also condemnation of others, and even an internal conflict.
“An interesting detail: yellow is so bright that it is rarely used solo in design. Sometimes, in tandem with yellow, black goes as the most contrasting and limiting.
This combination of colors (yellow + black) in nature is one of the brightest warning colors (bees, wasps, bumblebees, snakes), and in the "human" world is used for signs that indicate increased danger and threat to life ("biohazard" , "Radiation threat", etc.). A reason for thought for those who choose these colors for their clothes.
Cyan: "the color of the sky"
Blue is one of the "lightest" and purest shades. It is a mixture of two colors: white and blue, but it is present in its pure form in the spectrum. This is the color of the sky, clear spring water, light breeze. It is associated with something light, airy, almost weightless.
In Orthodox culture, blue has an important meaning. It symbolizes the infinity of the sky and in icon painting is considered the color of the Mother of God, who combined the earthly and heavenly in herself.
In Russian there are many expressions associated with this shade: "blue dream", "plate with a blue border." Blue is a metaphor for hope, faith in good, it is the color of a fairy tale and the fulfillment of desires. It soothes and evokes a sense of security. The "blue thief" is a charming type that is difficult to get angry with, the "blue helicopter" will definitely bring a wizard.
"This color soothes, reduces the level of aggression, therefore, people who experience latent irritation, for whom it is important to" reduce the degree ", to relax, often choose it.
At the other extreme of blue is its association with the "ideal." Sometimes you have to work hard to live up to your dreams. Therefore, sometimes blue is the color of perfectionists and even snobs. Remember Malvina, "the girl with blue hair", "blue blood", symbolizing the "high" aristocratic origin.
White: "white noise"
A symbol of purity (both literal and metaphorical), freedom, beginning, background that has yet to be filled with new content, renewal. White is universal, it consists of all the colors of the spectrum, which means it fits literally everything. In Orthodoxy, he is a symbol of Divine light. It is the color of holiness and simplicity. On icons, saints and righteous people are usually depicted in white.
The importance of this color can hardly be overestimated. Every key stage in a person's life is associated with a white person. White diapers, white Wedding Dress and the veil of the bride, white shroud. Birth, wedding, death - all transitions are associated with white. It is no coincidence that white is the symbol of mourning in many cultures.
“Thus,“ white clothes ”are chosen by a person who feels the need for“ zeroing ”, a new starting point. In addition, it is the color of emptiness, background,“ white noise, ”emphasized neutrality.
The strict office dress code that prescribes "white top - black bottom" comes from this property. white... White (as the most neutral) and black (as a symbol of boundaries) combine to give a faceless disguise, devoid of emotional fullness. Sometimes this is exactly what is needed for a comfortable existence.
The material includes not all colors of the palette. It was “unlucky” to get into this review for orange (the color of change and impulsiveness), brown (the color of “earthiness” and finding support), and also purple, gray, purple, pink and many, many other colors. The good news: all of these shades can be obtained by mixing the colors described in the material. And all "complex" mixed colors have the properties of each of the shade components.
To be continued. In the next article, read about color combinations and prints in clothes.
Blue color - a crown of cold shades and one of three primary colors, mixing of which in certain proportions makes it possible to obtain any of the complementary colors.
Blue in psychology it is considered a color that embodies calmness, wisdom and patience.
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What does it mean and what does it say?
The color blue gives rise to many different shades, and the most famous of them are - light blue, aqua, ultramarine, indigo, cornflower blue.
Also shades of blue are blue and.
Interesting facts about the color blue:
- In the Christian art of icon painting, blue is a symbol of the Virgin Mary and spirituality in general. Gimation (outerwear, cape) of Jesus Christ is also traditionally dyed in this color.
- The ancient Egyptians considered blue to be the color of truth.
- In Buddhism, blue represents the East.
- Research has shown that blue can reduce crime. In a Japanese city, an experiment was conducted that showed that the use of blue in street lighting reduced the crime rate by almost 10%.
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What is it associated with and what does it symbolize?
Perhaps, main association that arises at the thought of blue is the sky.
Cloudless skies throughout the existence of mankind have been a symbol of peace, tranquility, serenity, and the same characteristics are attributed to blue.
The second common association with blue is serene sea... In many works of art the sea is called blue, as, for example, in the fairy tale "Goldfish" by Pushkin.
Also a common association is flowers.
There are many flowers with blue petals.
These are cornflowers, chicory, woodlands, lobelia, aconite, periwinkle, bell, forget-me-nots. Also, in many types of flowers, you can find varieties that have a blue color, for example, blue poppy, blue tulip.
In the color of animals Blue is rare, except that some birds, mainly those that live in the southern and eastern regions of the world, boast blue plumage, such as the Taiwanese thrush, some parrots, and the crowned pigeon.
The blue color primarily symbolizes wisdom, peace, faith, eternity, calmness, poise, happiness, spirituality. He, like other cold colors, is extremely attractive for intellectuals and creative people .
Classic blue is more often given positive characteristics, but the darker the shade, the more negative features are attributed to it.
Dark blue color more often than pure blue, it is associated with grief, grief. It feels heavier, more crushing, especially if used as the main one in the interior.
V color test Luscher blue means contentment, calmness, poise.
Who likes him and why?
Blue and light blue are traditionally referred to as masculine colors, and red and pink as feminine.
But for the most part it is marketing gimmick rather than having a real connection between gender and color.
A person of any gender can find attractive in a variety of shades, and a girl will not grow male genitals if she is wearing blue pants.
According to a large study conducted in 2003, about 35% of women and 55-57% of men reported that consider blue as their favorite color.
Men who prefer blue often have the following personality traits:
Women who choose blue have similar personality traits to men who prefer it.
They are decisive, diligent, prefer to solve problems through diplomacy, are careful, attentive.
Moreover, they:
Also, women who love deep blue may have moderate shyness.
Both women and men with this color preference, as a rule, they are interested in science and creativity, strive for self-development and improvement of skills.
Children Those who prefer blue, are distinguished by poise, obedience, prefer to think, and then act, look reasonable beyond their years, at an older age they may be interested in philosophy.
They are not characterized by a selfish perception of the world, they are open to friendship and sincere.
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What does it mean to dislike blue?
People who dislike blue often have the following character traits:
Also, the color blue may not be liked by people who avoid everything that may cause them an association with, sadness, sorrow.
Use in advertising
The color blue in marketing is actively used, especially in the development of logos and interface design.
The main color of the lion's share of popular social networks, such as Facebook, Vkontakte, Twitter, is blue or blue, and this is no accident: most users associate these colors with reliability, trust, do not burden the interface and do not have an annoying effect on vision.
Also, blue is much less likely than most other colors to cause any negative emotions, so it is perfect as accent shades.
Blue, like other shades of the cold spectrum, is often used to attract attention creative people and intellectuals to the product.
Also, this color is able to successfully fit into both creative, overly shocking advertising, designed for a narrow audience, and advertising aimed at the general population.
How does it affect a person?
Colors able to moderately influence on the somatic state and a little stronger on the mental, which is confirmed by various studies, for example, one that dealt with the relationship between the level of crime and the color of lighting on the streets.
Therefore, to the selection of interior colors it is important to be careful and take into account the peculiarities of the influence of each of the colors on well-being, especially in cases where people with mental illnesses or predisposed to them will have to stay in the premises for a long time.
Features of the influence of blue on well-being:
- Blue is capable of "Cool" angry people, soften the severity of aggressiveness c. Its light shades have a calming effect on people, soften the severity of stress, and have a positive effect on the course of mental diseases, especially neuroses.
- At the same time, blue is negative affects performance therefore it is rarely chosen as the main color in corporate interiors.
People who are constantly in a room with a predominant blue, especially if it is deep blue and dark blue, worsens the mental state.
- According to the ideas of color therapists, blue is able to lower blood pressure and body temperature, to slow down the pulse, it also has a positive effect on the functioning of the pituitary gland, skeletal system, organs of vision, respiration, thyroid gland, and reduces pain.
- The blue color and its shades are recommended to use for decorating sleeping rooms, since it does not have an exciting effect on the nervous system, but, on the contrary, soothes it, accelerating falling asleep.
Who will suit in clothes or interior?
Experts advise to wear blue clothes and include it in the home interior for people, prone to frequent mood swings who have a lot of stress and anxiety in their lives.
It will also help unbalanced, aggressive people to better control themselves.
Since blue is the color most people associate with wisdom, poise and calmness, it is recommended to wear blue clothes for negotiations if a person wants to present himself as a reliable partner.
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Negative characterization in psychology
Blue-loving sides:
- excessive emotional coldness;
- selfishness and arrogance;
- rancor.
The color blue, especially its dark shades, is quite depressing, since it is often associated with grief and sadness in people.
His pronounced coldness not all people have a positive effect, and even a person who has always believed that he loves blue, life in an interior with an abundance of this color may not be to his liking.
Dark and overly bright shades of blue as the main color in interior decoration better not to use however they work well as accent colors.
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Around us every day, many shades and halftones flicker. Some cause bad emotions or aggression, others cheer up, calm down. Which of them to surround yourself in order to feel calm - you choose. In this article I will tell you in detail what blue means in the psychology of a woman.
Significance in antiquity
The symbolism of the multi-colored palette was developed in the ancient world, it was then that its first admirers appeared. Many gods had cloaks or gems of this particular color. The sorcerers let light through the dark blue glass to heal the patient. Sacred objects were covered with bluish veils, such were the wigs of many rulers of the nobility even before our era.
Important ceremonies were performed with artificial hair dyed a deep blue hue. In the Christian world, since ancient times, they have given the designation blue, as a symbol of sacrament and sadness.
Many peoples personify in this tone heaven, devotion, serenity, tranquility and infinity. This is a symbol of stability and immutability, because the sky does not change for millions of years. Eastern peoples believe that such a color scheme is able to protect against evil and otherworldly forces, to protect against negative influences.
Duality of shade
It has positive and negative meanings. It is the blue that inspires heroic deeds, helps to cleanse the soul, makes intuition work more actively. But this is not the only thing that a person reacts to under the influence of such a background:
- creates a sense of sublimity and serenity;
- increases judgment;
- makes the girl more tolerant and tolerant.
But there are also disadvantages that he creates in sensations. Among them:
- fatigue increases;
- emotional instability and coldness appear;
- vanity and rancor may be reflected.
It is not advisable to stay in a room with such walls for a long time, as a strong depression develops and understanding of the world around is lost.
What does blue symbolize in psychology?
From a psychological point of view, saturation and intensity also affect mood and general state... The light has a neutral or positive effect. If you look at such a palette for a long time, you can feel peace and tranquility, relax and relieve tension. But this only applies to heavenly and other pale tones.
If the color of the walls is intense and deep, it will cause negative emotions. Our subconscious is so arranged that in some people it can be associated with danger, cause anxiety. If you look at a thing with a rich shade for a long time, discomfort appears.
If you choose the right colors and their saturation, you can establish a psychological state, direct yourself to correct flow and get together emotionally. For any girl, a certain palette necessarily correlates with memories and events in life.
Psychologically speaking, the love of blue often reflects a purposeful woman. She has selflessness in her character, along with a desire to defend her opinion and position. If you choose clothes in a similar color scheme, then it will look strict and serious. This speaks of high spirituality and a desire to achieve your goal. If you color the work background in this way, then it will calm and normalize the nervous system, help extinguish strong emotions, and find inner peace.
Character
The presence of such a color in things or the design of a room always hints at a change in life or a change in qualities. When the impulse to repaint the walls or buy several things of a specific color appears suddenly, it is usually the reason for the need to make up for the lack of a certain energy. And if this is a constant favorite shade, then it signals the main features of the girl's psychological structure.
What does blue mean? He is an introvert who prefers analytical work and quiet evenings at home instead of noisy parties. A large number of blue things signal isolation and secrecy. Often these are individuals who value their personal time, space and comfort. It is convenient and pleasant for them to be alone, in society they need less often than others. These women have high developmental abilities and intelligence.
Dark tones signal intelligence and independence. Sometimes sympathy for such colors hides a lack of warmth, attention and love. Such people are distinguished by great patience and endurance, but they easily withdraw into themselves. So it is easier for them to tune in to making decisions in any matter.
Characteristics of girls who love blue:
- are able to idealize and philosophize;
- leadership position, desire to show authority;
- disciplined and reliable employees;
- loyal and stable partners;
- show loyalty and fortitude in any situation;
- categorical, firmness in decisions;
- Analytical mind;
- the ability to diplomatically deal with any matter.
If a person, during an appointment with a psychologist, unconsciously chooses this shade, he lacks calmness and stability in life. Such people need peace and tranquility. It is important for them to be confident in themselves and feel the approval of others. Often the need for such a color appears in people during an illness, when they feel resentment towards someone or overwork, both moral and physical.
If, at the subconscious level, a girl rejects the entire palette with blue, this means that she greatly lacks something new, movement. She needs change, is tired of the monotony and repetitive events, but even to herself it is too difficult to admit it.
Sometimes this is a signal that speaks of the desire for quick money and fame. But it also happens that this is just a momentary weakness that does not characterize a person in any way. Therefore, it is impossible to assess the influence of colors on a woman and her real needs at one time from a psychologist. It often takes several sessions to identify the problem and find solutions to it.
What does blue represent and how does it work in the professional field?
Everyone discovers this color in different ways - different memories, associations and age. It is the color scheme that will affect the composure, dedication and performance of employees. If you choose the wrong background, then no one can work effectively. This will also affect visitors in a special way; incorrect selection may end up in the fact that the deal will not take place, and the client will leave.
There are some tips for designing your workspace:
- Where business meetings will be held, it is worth using heavenly shades, pale and light colors. This will help establish a friendly atmosphere, learn to understand your partner and absorb information.
- If the walls are too dark or saturated, then the performance will drop. The staff will begin to succumb to depression and discouragement.
- When you have to observe varieties of blue for a long time, it decreases heartbeat, the pressure is normalized, the nervous and emotional tension decreases, but this should not be abused - when there is too much of it everywhere, a depression appears.
It is allowed to wear brightly colored stones. They will help to cope with stress and protect against possible anxiety and anxiety, and will clarify many situations. Among such jewels are lapis lazuli, topaz and sapphire. You can arrange accessories like a ring, flower brooch, necklace, bracelet.
What does blue mean in terms of physiology
Artists consider this paint to be the opposite of red, because it is located on the parallel side of the color wheel. The blue attracts the eye and beckons to its depths, and its opposite constantly protrudes beyond the canvas.
If the shade is pure, then in general it will have an inhibitory effect on our psyche:
- relaxes muscles;
- reduce appetite;
- slow down breathing;
- heart will pound less often.
If this effect is temporary, then it works favorably - it helps to calm down, relax and look at problems differently. But endlessly being among such a color scheme is not worth it - you can provoke oppression of all systems and moods, and then depression.
Choosing a blue background has less negative consequences... It harmonizes and calms rather than suppresses. Therefore, in hot countries, rooms are often decorated using such a palette - it gives a feeling of coolness.
What does blue mean in psychology: a combination of clothes
If you wear a dress or suit in this shade, your figure will noticeably change - the blue makes you slimmer. And saturation adds elegance. Cornflower-blue tones betray a woman who is looking for great and pure love.
For those who do not like skirts, but wear jeans and trousers, the bluish color adds nobility. These kinds of things are great for people who often change their moods. It helps to self-actualize and feel more confident.
It is important to remember that if you constantly wear only these colors of clothes, you can provoke a blues and a loss of motivation. It is much better to control the colors of the wardrobe and avoid skewing in one direction.
Different shades
Each person will be affected by tone differently. But usually the same details are chosen by girls with a similar character and temperament. Let's see what the selected scale has to say about them.
Blue
Those who fill the space around them with blue strive to dream and do not want to think about existing problems. For them, it is the personification of comfort, reliability and peace. This is how romantics, pure and naive people dress. It is a symbol of serenity and youth.
Often, lovers of this color strive for straightforward tasks and deeds, they like to act according to an algorithm. They are reliable employees and friends, confident in themselves and able to speak directly, without allegories and cunning.
Leaders love these employees for their ability to purposefully move towards a goal. They are reliable, they are responsible for the performance of any work. They strictly follow tactics, gradually achieving results.
Indigo
For lovers of dark blue, other meanings are given regarding psychology. They are more melancholic, easily give in to apathy and melancholy. They are more accustomed to being alone with their thoughts than communicating in a noisy company. They feel comfortable in a quiet environment, they are not oppressed by silence.
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Such a person is a pronounced dreamer who knows how to beautifully look after a partner. But at the same time, they are very upset and depressed if the object of sighing does not reciprocate. Often such people have serious creativity and talents, they know how to create unusual things. But criticism is usually reacted sharply negatively.
It is important to remember that such paint should not be used as the main one in the interior. It can provoke a strong deterioration in mood, causes melancholy and apathy. You should not paint the entire interior like this, it is recommended to dilute it with warm and calm tones.
Blue green
The coldest of the entire palette, surprising and enchanting. It is called turquoise, it promotes healing, the development of creativity. It makes it possible to harmoniously develop talents, its contemplation helps a person to become purposeful, to believe in himself.
If a girl does not take off her turquoise ring, then she thinks self-critically, knows how to manage emotions, and does not allow herself sudden impulses. It is more often worn by those who need approval and want recognition for their own activities.
Usually people with such an understanding react sharply to the discussion of their person, do not tolerate negative criticism, do not like condemnation.
They say that if you wear such jewelry, then good luck will come. They will protect you from external influences, save you from problems and help you get the desired result. The jewel promotes career advancement.
What does it mean for a woman
For each, this color scheme is associated with personal memories and events. Winter and cold, sea and aquamarine, sky and flight. The person feels comfort and celebration or the serenity of a vacation, the endlessness of possibilities.
It also happens that he speaks of hope for a happy future, stability and success. Greatly helps the blue to feel calm and tune in to change. With their help, it becomes easy to feel a surge of mental strength.
A girl who prefers blue or indigo really knows how to fully concentrate on the problem. She becomes a reliable and faithful companion in life, does not forget about self-discipline. At work, it's easy to become a leader who makes difficult decisions calmly and judiciously.
But sometimes such women turn out to be stingy with emotions and cold in the manifestation of feelings. Strong moral stress makes them tire quickly. If they move towards a goal without dwelling on difficulties, then they experience stress.
What does the love of dark and light blue mean and what does it say?
Different tones symbolize the rejection of empty dreams and the desire to achieve the set goal. Those who prefer blue clothing tend to be independent, confident and level-headed individuals. They are used to getting what they move towards.
In the eyes of others, this cold scale makes the lady more restrained, and the man reasonable. But if the work is combined with regular communication, then it is advisable to select lighter colors - this is conducive to friendliness. Each paint carries a certain charge of energy and mood.
But if someone constantly wears only blue tones, then he is in an anxious state, does not feel stability. In this case, he needs qualified help from specialists and moral support from people close to him.
If you know the peculiarities of the perception of shades, you can style your clothes and surroundings in such a style to achieve the desired results. If you stimulate the subconscious with the help of jewelry, things, interior details, then you can correct your mood and attitude, establish relationships with loved ones and colleagues. Sometimes, in order to understand your aspirations and learn how to set goals correctly to achieve, sign up for my ... This will help you to quickly change yourself and feel harmony.
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What do you associate with blue? With a calm and calm sea, a raging ocean, an endless and deep sky, and maybe with an immense space, blue is the color of calm, confidence and comfort, it is deep and calm, reliable and discreet.
Since ancient times, blue has been considered the color of luxury, nobility and prosperity. This was considered due to the fact that for a long time blue paint was made from azure stone, which was very expensive. Accordingly, all things, jewelry, items of blue color were very expensive, and only wealthy and well-to-do people could afford them.
What does blue mean, a craving for this color in human psychology, how do they affect the psyche?
- What does this cold yet so attractive mean? blue color? It means serenity, calmness, wisdom and faith. Also this color symbolizes relaxation, forgiveness.
It is important to say that blue has a huge number of tones, to be more precise, 180.
Of course, we will not analyze the meaning of each shade, but we will nevertheless say about the main ones:
- Blue. This shade symbolizes carelessness, reliability. It has a calming effect on the nervous system, however, it does not focus our attention at all. It is also generally accepted that this shade symbolizes peace and a cloudless future.
- Indigo. This shade is distinguished by its depth, it is thoughtful, emotional and restless. Very often, such a color may not have a very beneficial effect on our psyche, it can provoke a nervous breakdown, an emotional outburst. Sometimes the color of indigo is equated with sadness, depression. Also, this shade symbolizes space, the mysteries of the universe, etc.
- Turquoise. This shade is distinguished by its brightness, joy. It can strongly influence a person, however, more often positively than negatively. This shade of blue instills confidence in a person, gives him strength to achieve goals. He also helps to cope with loss and grief, instilling optimism and faith in a person.
From the point of view of psychology, blue has the following characteristics:
- Confidence, courage, the ability to resolve conflict situations, unwillingness to conflict and sort things out.
- Intransigence, the ability to defend personal opinion, their views on the world and the rules, the ability not to pay attention to what others are saying.
- The desire to always do everything perfectly, idealization of the world and everything that happens around.
- Increased concentration of attention, responsibility, dedication.
- The predominance of reason over emotions, the ability to restrain emotions, behave calmly in any situations, restraint.
- Ability to appreciate tradition, loyalty, dedication.
Well, now let's talk about why sometimes a person experiences a real craving for the color blue. Psychologists say the following on this score:
- People who have a liking for blue sometimes lack of self-confidence and their strengths. Blue, on the other hand, can give a person the feeling confidence, reliability.
- The thirst for this color wakes up in people too much emotional... This happens for the reason that the subconscious and the nervous system give a signal to the body, literally asking to reduce emotionality and tension. The blue color perfectly calms and brings the nervous system back to normal.
- Desire for stability. When various troubles, problems occur in a person's life, he subconsciously wants to quickly solve them, to consolidate his position.
About people who prefer blue in everything, and their character, we can say the following:
- The character is quite difficult, but strong and strong-willed. People who love the color blue are distinguished by their resilience, the ability to defend their point of view. It is difficult to convince such a person of anything, he absolutely does not care what other people say about his views on life and actions.
- Despite the above, such people are very fair and objective... They respect someone else's opinion, do not try to convince someone of the correctness of their opinion, they always objectively evaluate both their own actions and those of others.
- Connoisseurs of blue are diplomats... They know how to find mutual language with all people, they know how to get what they want without prejudice to both parties. They do not accept conflicts and clarification of relations, especially in a raised voice. It is believed that any situation, no matter how difficult it is, can be resolved calmly and peacefully.
- They tend to do everything better than everyone else. They have an excellent student's syndrome, very often they drive themselves to themselves, because they always want to be the best, the first.
- Endowed with good intuition, sometimes psychic abilities. These people are very sensual and sensitive, often under strong character a very vulnerable nature is hidden.
Lovers of blue are loyal and reliable, these qualities are manifested in all areas of their lives: in family, work, friendship, etc.
- However, apart from good qualities people who love the color blue have bad qualities. Among the main ones are rancor, emotional instability because of the desire to control everything and always, to be in time, etc. and to some extent selfishness, since very often such people put their interests and priorities above everything else.
The color blue also has a certain effect on our health:
- With prolonged contact with blue, a person blood pressure is normalized, heart rate returns to normal.
- Also bounces back emotional condition, the nervous system starts working correctly.
- With the help of blue you can relieve stress, relax, relax, speed up the process of falling asleep.
- Also blue helps concentrate attention, improves brain performance and memory.
- However, it is important to remember that everything is good in moderation, therefore, an excessive amount of blue in a person's life can lead to depression, depression and bad mood, especially if it comes about dark blue.
Mood color blue: different aspects of color
Yes, undoubtedly, blue is the color of nobility and wealth, however, it is still wrong to consider it only from the positive side. Therefore, we suggest that you evaluate the different aspects of the color being parsed:
- The positive aspect lies in the spirituality of blue, in its serenity, calmness and wisdom. This color is not pleasant to materialistic, spiritually poor people. Few people understand him, because he is reserved and not flashy.
Such a color is able to put in order the psycho-emotional state of a person, calm him down, give him confidence, drive away negative thoughts, reconfigure the subconscious of a person, giving new correct attitudes.
- The negative aspect is coldness and insensitivity of this color. Many people note that blue depresses them, dulls feelings and emotions, makes rude and withdrawn. Also, this color is often associated with such qualities as rancor, arrogance. He can put a person into a trance, take him out of real life, give imaginary confidence.
What does blue mean for women, men?
For women and men, blue means a thirst for learning something new.
- Most often, the thirst for this color arises when people bored with the monotony and everyday life, when anger, aggression, excessive impulsiveness begin to prevail in the relationship
- Also, the desire to surround themselves with blue in adults arises when they want to bring relationships with loved ones to new level... Most often this applies to personal relationships with your partner. In such a relationship, they lacks purity and perfection, therefore, subconsciously, they choose blue, which personifies purity, calmness and comfort.
- For men, blue also means self-confidence, self-confidence, tomorrow. All men who love the color blue are distinguished by their firmness of character, leadership qualities and the ability to stand up for themselves.
What does blue mean for children?
- Children are no different from adults, they can likewise love one color and cannot tolerate another. And this applies to absolutely everything: drawing, because there are children who always choose only black from a dozen different colored pencils, clothes, wallpaper in the room, when the child is given the right to choose, etc.
- If your the child prefers blue, means he is thirsty rest and relaxation. Most often, such children quickly get tired and therefore they need to take breaks between learning, games, etc. much more often than others.
- Lovers of blue are often very calm and balanced, they know how to play alone, do not particularly like active games, give preference to computers, reading books, watching cartoons and films.
- A child who loves such a color, sensual and sensitive, he knows how to show his feelings, however, this applies only to his closest people. He vulnerable, may be offended because of some trifle that parents will not even pay attention to.
- Such a baby is different from early childhood responsibility, knows how to focus his attention and diligently achieve what he wants.
Lovers of blue really do not like to do something in a hurry, in a hurry, quickly, especially if they are in a hurry, they like to do everything calmly, measuredly, thinking over every detail and trifle. They enjoy a measured life in which there is no place for excessive impulsiveness.
- Children who love the color blue are good and loyal comrades, they know how to be friends with other children, they love emotional communication, they are very worried if they inadvertently offend someone.
- If your child is the complete opposite of everything that is written above, but at the same time he began to pay attention to the blue color, and prefers it, then he lacks calmness, coziness and comfort. In this case, you need to establish the atmosphere in the house and give the child the opportunity to relax, improve your psycho-emotional state.
What does blue mean in clothes: psychology
It so happens that in a person's wardrobe, all things are predominantly of the same color. Psychologists say that such a phenomenon is quite normal, because in this way our subconscious is trying to make up for those emotions that we lack.
If your clothes are predominantly blue, the following can be said about you:
- You are enough a confident person who values his freedom and position. You know how to take responsibility for your life, actions and actions.
- You cannot be called an open and sociable person, but at the same time you love communication and sincere gatherings. You do not have a huge number of friends, but there are a few loyal and devoted companions who value you for your friendship, sincerity and support.
- Its free time you most often spend at home with people close to you, or alone. Unlike many people, you do not feel bored from loneliness, you like to be alone with yourself and your thoughts, because at such moments you are filled with strength and energy.
- You dreamer, romantic and subtle nature. Despite your independence and self-confidence, you can easily be hurt and offended, you can hardly endure misunderstanding with people and are upset if you do not find a common language with loved ones.
- Speaking of loved ones. If you are very fond of blue in clothes, it means that you are very attached to your loved ones, especially your parents. For you, such people are support, support, strength and inspiration.
- Psychologists say that if a person prefers a bright blue color in clothes, it means that subconsciously he wants to somehow express yourself, attract the attention of others stand out.
What does blue eye color, hair mean: psychology
Blue eye color exists in nature, however, they possess itunits ... So, let's see what psychology says about the lucky owners of blue eyes:
- People with blue and blue hair are different romance... They are born romantics, they see beauty in absolutely everything, very sensitive and gentle.
- Also, their advantage can be called charisma and charm. They know how to win over people, they know how to flirt and flirt.
- Despite such positive traits, such people are powerful enough, like to be the first, to occupy leadership positions, to lead people. In all situations, they prefer to be the leader, not the slave.
- Very touchy and very moody. Sometimes the mood swings happen so quickly and without reason that they themselves do not have time to understand what's what.
- Distinguishes people with blue eyes and their quality, such as unpredictability... They are easy-going, they can build a bunch of plans in one minute and rush to implement them.
- Since blue-eyed people are romantic by nature, they easily fall in love and in the same way they easily fall in love with people. Despite this, it is quite difficult to build relationships with them, since they are very picky, demanding and do not know how to give in.
- Also, let's say a few words about people with blue eyes. They are less emotional, amorous and tender than blue-eyed ones. They are calculating, know how to put their own needs and interests above all. Blue-eyed people hate monotony, life for them is unbearable and unbearable test. They know how to restrain their emotions and predict events.
What does blue mean in the interior: psychology
Blue is often used in the design of various rooms and premises, and all because it can be called universal. In any room where the blue color is present in moderation, an atmosphere of peace and comfort reigns.
So, let's take a look at what rooms and their interiors blue is suitable for:
- Kitchen, dining room. In such rooms, you can use fairly bright shades of blue, however, it is advisable to dilute them with other colors. This combination will add coziness. You can use a combination of cornflower blue with white, ultramarine with white or black.
- Blue brings calmness and comfort to the bedroom. Since we are in this room most often when we need to rest and sleep, it is not worth using bright shades of blue here. You can make a blue and white bedroom, it will seem spacious and fresh. You can make the bedroom in darker colors, for example, dark blue with beige, milk or coffee, in such a room it will be warm and cozy.
- The living room can be decorated in different shades of blue. A combination of blue with yellow, and blue with red, and even blue with green will look great here. The most important thing is not to overdo it with brightness, since we can spend a lot of our time in the living room, and bright and flashy colors will quickly tire.
- Children's. In the children's room, blue is also used very often, especially when it comes to a room for a boy. Experts recommend using lighter and calmer shades of blue for decorating children's rooms and always in combination with other calm and pleasant colors. Screaming shades, as well as dark blue, will negatively affect the psycho-emotional state of the child, will interfere with his calm rest and sleep.
- Personal Area. For a personal account, dark shades of blue are perfect. This shade will help you tune in to work. Experts recommend choosing massive furniture for such premises, preferably from dark wood.
- Toilet, bathroom. Blue is the first color that most people think of when they think of a bathroom and toilet. And in fact, there is logic in this. Since the bathroom and toilet are a place for water procedures, blue is the best color for their design. It will help to calm you down.
Combination of blue with other colors
Pure blue, without being combined with other colors, can have an adverse effect on the human psyche. Therefore, we propose to consider options for combining this color with other colors.
- Blue with red. A bold enough color combination that many people find inappropriate. Despite the fact that not every person decides to combine such colors, such a tandem should be. Moreover, you can combine both blue with bright red, and with burgundy, pomegranate, scarlet.
- Blue with pink. Also, a fairly contrasting combination, in which the pink color brings tenderness and brightness. To combine with blue, we recommend using delicate pink, lilac, crimson colors.
- Blue with orange. This combination is no less striking than the two previously described. It is most beneficial to combine blue with pale orange, peach and sea buckthorn, as this color will look too defiant with bright and flashy orange shades.
- Blue with yellow. The combination of these colors is very bright and beautiful. Together, these colors create a warm and sunny combination. You can combine blue with light yellow, apricot, rich yellow.
- Blue with green. Blue is best combined with pale and light shades of green, such as olive, pistachio.
- Blue with different shades. Combining blue with your own shades, you can create a light, delicate and airy look. You can combine blue with light blue, black-blue, turquoise.
- It is also appropriate to combine blue with gray, beige, coffee, white and brown. Such combinations can be considered classic and versatile, they look quite stylish and beautiful.
Blue color: interesting facts
There is a lot about the color blue interesting facts... We decided to tell you how different peoples of the world relate to this color and its shades:
- To begin with, blue has a huge number of shades. In general, there are about 180 of them. The most common are: light blue, dark blue, turquoise, ultramarine, royal blue, dazzling blue, cornflower blue, royal, blue-violet, electric blue, sapphire, cobalt, denim, gray-blue , moonlit midnight, thunderstorm, etc.
- V China a shade of blue like cornflower blue represents correct upbringing and happy love relationships.
- In Egypt, blue is associated with the god of the rising sun Amon-Ra and the god of the firmament.
- In ancient times, blue and its shades were considered the colors of Venus and Jupiter, as well as the god Zeus.
- Throughout Europe, blue represents loyalty and devotion, as well as peace and tranquility.
- In Mongolia, a combination of blue with orange or red is used to denote a sacred marriage.
- Buddhists consider blue to be a color wisdom and strength.
- In the Jewish religion, blue symbolizes mercy and gratitude.
- And Christianity identifies blue with eternal life, by faith, by justice.
- Also in many countries it is generally accepted that blue color is able to remove damage and the evil eye from a person.
Noble blue is considered to be one of the most beautiful colors. It carries strength, tranquility and comfort. If you want to calm your nervous system, put in order your psycho-emotional state and just make your life brighter, surround yourself with blue.
Video: Blue in Psychology
Look at one of the existing classifications of color exposure.
What do the colors mean
- Yellow warm
Stimulates, cheers, invigorates, revives
Sun, gratitude
- Yellow cold
Nausea, disgust, delirium
Jealousy, envy, treason
- Orange
Pleases, encourages, activates
Sun, joy, wealth, power, luxury, triumph
- Red-orange
Excites, teases, incites
Love, pride, power, struggle, anger, passion, danger
- Purple
Reconciles, relieves
Dignity, power, luxury, old age
- Violet
Deprived of will, makes me sad
Nobility, solemnity, modesty, humility
- Light blue, light blue
Calms, creates illusions, leads away from the real
Freedom, peace, paradise, calm
- Blue
Makes passive, consoles, focuses
Lust, faith, fidelity, fertility
- An electrician
Restrains, soothes
Desire, cold
- Green
Soothes, Balances
Calm, peace, youth, hope, security
- Yellow-green
Refreshes, lightens, invigorates
Optimism, hope, birth
- White
Leaves indifferent
Purity, virginity, eternity
- Black
Oppresses
Death, mourning, reaction
- Grey
Deprived of will, leads to sadness
Paleness, poverty
- Red-brown
Favorable, Reliability, Sustainability
The psychology of color in clothes
In the fashion world, the psychology of clothing and color is used very often. Of course, modern fashion has become very democratic, but there are also general principles and color combination rules to help you look always appropriate.
It is believed that the brighter and louder a person is dressed, the lower social status this indicates. All shades of gray, which are often used in business suits, as well as deep blue are considered the most noble and aristocratic in clothes. As a rule, successful and wealthy people choose these colors.
Black and white in clothes
Black and white are considered neutral colors as they are classic and very common. For Russian culture, the presence of only black can carry a negative connotation, since black has long been considered the color of mourning. True, today this rule can be violated. Especially if you add a bright accessory to a black outfit.
At the same time, white in its symbolism is the color of purity, innocence, which is why the bride's wedding dress is traditionally white. Do not wear this color if you do not want to appear too young and naive.
Yellow color in clothes
Yellow in clothes is considered too bright, and therefore somewhat annoying. It is suitable for those who want to attract attention to themselves. But it's better not to go to a meeting with business partners in a yellow suit: they may not understand you.
Red in clothes
As for the color red, in Everyday life he is chosen only by courageous and uninhibited natures. Red color in clothes is very bright, exciting, and therefore it can be used very profitably in order to leave a strong impression on yourself. For example, if you need to surprise, amaze someone with your beauty, you can safely come to the party in a bright red dress. This color is great for accessories (handbags, scarves, scarves, gloves, and more). The options for combining red and black colors can be especially interesting: they can be used to convey a festive mood well.
Blue in clothes and other dark shades
The blue color in clothes is quite familiar, therefore it is perceived as neutral. Green is considered not only pleasant but also beneficial to the eyes. It has a calming effect.
Use in large quantities can cause negative emotions Brown in clothes, especially in dark shades. Brown doesn't always work well with other colors, so be careful with it.
The use of contrasting colors, as well as the accentuation of one color with the help of another, less bright, are considered original techniques.
Character by color: bright colors
Interesting, but unusual in everyday life colors (hot pink, orange, turquoise) are used in some cases, with the appropriate setting, as a manifestation of originality and their own style, the essence of which can be expressed precisely with these colors.
