There’s no escaping colour – from clothes to food to nature to road signs, it’s fundamental to our very existence. Colour works in a number of profound ways:
- What suits us physically
- How it makes us feel
- How it makes others perceive us
- How it affects us energetically
In terms of what compliments your eye colour, hair colour and skin tone, it’s all about shade. There’s a version of each colour to suit every complexion and it’s what you wear close to your face that really counts. If you love an item but feel the colour washes you out try countering the effect by applying a little more make-up or wearing a scarf or necklace in a more flattering shade. Interestingly, the Colour Me Beautiful system was originally influenced by a German professor who observed students painting with shades that complimented them physically.
The colours that surround us constantly affect how we feel. Black nights and grey clouds can make a dull mood darker whereas fluorescent autumn leaves, lush green grass and bright yellow sunshine can conjure up feelings of excitement, enthusiasm and fun. Need an instant lift? Try wearing a brighter, more daring colour.
Colours have both positive and negative perceptions, some of which are determined by culture. Pink, the ultimate in delicateness and femininity, can also be associated with weakness and insipidness. Politicians are usually well advised when it comes to colour around election time and this is often where we see various perceptions coming into play. Red evokes passion and power as well as anger and dominance and black demonstrates power and authority along with superiority and mystery. Unsurprisingly, there’s an abundance of blue in business. Inspiring loyalty, trustworthiness and safety, it’s no coincidence that the Gardaí and other security forces opt for navy uniforms. On that note, it’s said that women find a man in blue very appealing!
Colour Therapy and other holistic treatments encourage balance in the body’s energy centres, or chakras, through the use of colour. The seven chakras are aligned with the seven colours of the spectrum and healing through colour can take place physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. To unblock negative energy, surround yourself with the associated colour for that chakra.
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