What is your favourite colour and would you like me to tell you its use or what it says about your personality? (Page 3)

[Anonymous]

I love bright red, like pillar boxes and poppies. What does that say about me?

[coffeewithcream]

Red is the colour of blood. Red is also one of the four basic colours, the four being red, yellow, blue and green.
In colour psychologic analysis a preference for red is an attraction to a colour deemed an indication of self-motivation, desire to act. The other three primary colours with significant psychological meanings include blue, indicating a need or preference for calm; those who prefer green have been deemed to have need to assert oneself, and those attracted to yellow have been deemed to have a need to stand out from others.
Negatives for red-preferring people can be a tendency to be quickly and suddenly frustrated.
Of all the colours, red is most associated with the sex drive (no, I'm not kidding), and the senses, and a need for action, of impulse- so someone who loves red may be impulsive, make quick decisions, are spontaneous, have an extra zip, vitality, preferring action over inaction. (So the best way to seduce you would be, perhaps, to kiss you early, and quickly, and go from there. With your permission- quickly asked- of course. :) )

[AmandaYVR]

See my reply to LilytheHorcrux

Love your profile banner pic, by the way. Nice choice.

[SpaceGalaxy]

Orange

Like the color of an actual orange

[AmandaYVR]

See my reply to blue user Blutewolf. I wrote the orange on his.

[SpaceGalaxy]

Thanks ill find it later since there are nearly 100 participants here and i have to sort that one out

[Romeocuck]

Yes i would like you to tell me
Mine is : purple blue and black

[AmandaYVR]

See my responses to Guardian45 and Anpu23.

[Liadon]

I honestly don't have a favourite colour, I like changing things up too often to really stick by one. I'm usually more of a fan of darker colours though and ys into my designs though.

[AmandaYVR]

What kind of design work do you do?

[Liadon]

Oh, I mean how I dress myself and decorate mostly. I do some casual abstract sketching but I'm pretty bad at it.

[jennifer_bloom]

In that image above - yellow green and purple are my favourite colours - I also like red

[jennifer_bloom]

I think yellow means you want enlightenment and intellectual stimulation - green means you want health and strength - purple means you want insight and sensitivity - red means you want ambition and passion and virtue

[AmandaYVR]

See my response to jessie1985 for the yellow-green, and Guardian45 for the purple.

No, those write-ups are a bit off. I'd say yes on yellow stimulation/energy (but not intellectual), and red ambition, passion, but the others not so much. That's not true colour theory. More like pseudoscience.

[Billie_]

I like white. maybe because it is a simple colour?

[AmandaYVR]

Yes, perhaps. It is simple, pure, honest.
It could also indicate that you tend to stress easily and prefer/require a nice clean slate/environment on which for your life to play out. Do you find you get over-stimulated/sytem-overload easily?

 The absence of colour. Or, in lighting, all colours together. It is technically considered a non-colour
 There are very few pure whites occurring in nature. Most are off-whites. Who can resist appreciating puffy marshmallowy clouds and pristine white snow
 In hot climates white buildings are crucial in managing the temperature (lime washes are especially good at this)
 Paint all your walls white and the space may feel bigger, but at the risk of it being bland. Is it worth it?
 One of the trickiest of of all colours to choose. The subtle undertones are really hard to see and those sly hues that pop out after you’ve painted a whole room, trim or a set of cabinets, makes this colour challenging to nail down. Beware
 Difficult to keep clean – shows smudges and blemishes easily (grey does not as much)

Attributes:
 Airy
 Chaste, innocent, virginal, virtuous
 Classic
 Hygienic, healthy, clean, fresh, pure
 Pristine
 Tranquil, serene
 Unifying
 Clearly defines form and texture. Objects stand out the best when placed against a white background, especially chalky white
 Can visually expand a space. When white is used on all surfaces (walls, floors, ceilings), you become less conscious of walls and boundaries, they will disappear, and a room that might otherwise feel small will feel bigger and more modern
 An all-white room doesn’t necessarily make a room feel bigger

[AmandaYVR]

 Showcases architectural lines. White architecture creates more evenly reflected light, which bounces off plain white surfaces, amplifying subtle shifts in the intensity and quality of daylight, as it comes in through windows and skylights. A muted palette lets you see things you otherwise might have missed and read the simplicity or complexity of a space. You pay more attention to the space instead of the surfaces
 Perceived as weightless
 All-white walls can tie desparate features together (so can any one colour)
 Pure white is perceived as brilliant because of its high reflectivity
 White walls amplify and bounce available light
 Has the greatest potential of any colour to make walls recede
 All-white sculpts together, which makes everything that is not white pop
 The purest canvas. Creates limitless decorating possibilities. All-white spaces give you a blank canvas to work with, but if not decorated correctly it can leave you cold
 Used alone, it makes a definite statement
 Can have great intensity
 Can be cold, stark, and sterile
 Can be soulless, especially in overly large or cold rooms

Country-Specific:
 White is the colour of mourning in Asia
 Frequently used in the architecture of hot climates such as Mediterranean countries because of its reflective qualities. You see a particular shade of Aegean white all over the Greek islands, where the whitewashed houses seem to incandesce in the light. This limewash paint feels organic. The chalky texture creates a sense of age and looks beautiful in candlelight
 Inuits have over 17 owrds for white used to describe the various qualities of snow and ice

[AmandaYVR]

History:
 The symbol of white modernism, and it remains so today
 Technological advances can affect the popularity of colours, such as white, which became fashionable in the 1950s after the launch of Tide detergent, which promised to keep whites white
 In the 1920s new technology rendered a titanium-based white paint that was super white. It was an instant hit in homes and commercial spaces. This surged the quest for cleanliness and light

Psychological & Physiological Effects:
 Very easy to see. Statistically, white cars are about 10% less likely to be in an accident in the daytime than cars of darker colours. The most popular car colour in the U. S. for the last 8 years (2007-2015)
 Brings clarity
 Provides visual relaxation for the eye and the mind
 What we see written in black and white is seen as more credible and reliable than what we hear by word of mouth of written with other colours involved
 People who like white are neat and tidy with everything in its place and well organized. They make cautious buyers and shrewd traders. Can be critical and fussy. A self-sufficient person.
 People who dislike white are not fussy, not uptight, not obsessed with order, and generally easy to be with. They like things off-centre, not perfectly symmetrical and in line
 Believed to relieve pain

Represents:
 Cleanliness. Hygiene. Doctors in white coats
 Neutrality
 Picket fences surrounding a happy home
 Surrender and pacifism. The white dove of peace
 Symbol of purity
 An all-white interior has a stylistic quality

[AmandaYVR]

Versions & Variations:
 Like many things in colour, whiteness is relative – it’s not an absolute
 The summer version of white tends to be cool and crisp, while the wintry one contains hints of yellow that make it feel cozy
 Whites fall into two camps: warm (those with yellow or red undertones) and cool (with blue or black undertones). The former instill comfort, the latter are best for crisp, minimalist spaces. Don't mix the two in the same room. The warmer white will start to look dingy. To distinguish them, compare paint chips under natural light; the underlying colours will be apparent. When combining several shades of white in a single room, it’s best to vary textures and sheens, so light is reflected differently throughout the room
 A common mistake is not finding the right sympathetic shade of white. Most have a tinge of blue or grey that you can see when placed next to an all-white
 So often, people think of white rooms as cold, but it depends on the type of white used
 Avoid whites that turn pink/peachy
 If you're going to go with white walls at home, make sure they are a warm white

[CAT80]

Purple any shade and yes please

[AmandaYVR]

Please see my comments to Guardian45.

[Bellatris]

Yes please! My favourite colour is red.

[Bellatris]

I have to be more specific. Dark red, like the 'Oxblood/Burgundy' squares you have in your diagramme above. Actually, I like most shades of red.

[AmandaYVR]

I LOVE oxblood. I had a leather handbag of this colour once long ago and when a metal foot came off the bottom and it got a bit worn, I decided to get rid of it, and I don't know what I was thinking. I've always regretted that. Who knew genuine leather would become such a rarity.

Anyway, I'll give you some specific oxblood information. I'll do more basic red info on another's q.

Oxblood:
 Oxblood leans more toward red and yellow, while burgundy leans more toward violet. Oxblood is slightly warmer than burgundy, with brown-orange as opposed to violet-blue
 Has richness and depth
 Sophisticated and luxurious
 Classic when paired with blue such as cerulean or midnight; also well with a soft blush
 Think Japan

See my reply to pink user LilytheHorcrux for the red.

[Bellatris]

Thanks! :)

[dreamymeme]

I like all the colors. They all have their place where they look great

[Mikeilito]

Ok, black and purple?

[AmandaYVR]

See Anpu23 and Guardian45.

[Mikeilito]

? Anapu and45 guardian, where’s that?

[AmandaYVR]

On this page. Just scroll around looking for these usernames.
The purple is easy to find. Look for the violet flowers.

[Mikeilito]

I found it I always knew it’s an alluring color full of power and dominance nothing says it like black and the purple I take is the contrast to black yes?

[AmandaYVR]

Contrast? No. Not sure where you got that. Maybe you mean something else, but it's the incorrect verbiage.

[GoodGuyBreakingBad]

I like the color Purple or Orange

[AmandaYVR]

See my replies to Guardian45 and Blutwolfe

[LonewolfMeme]

Like a burgundy purple... or a dark blue-green amd sure

[AmandaYVR]

You've listed 4 colours here, sort of, and this string has gotten very long, so if you're interested just browse around and you will see info on all of them. I put the main info under one user each (most info not duplicated.) Check it out if interested...

[WowwGirl]

Fushia
Dark hot pink
What's that mean?

[AmandaYVR]

See my reply to TheLittleInnocent

Fuchsia/Hot Pink:
 Youthful, happy, energizing
 Sexy, sensual, sensuous, unabashedly sassy
 Glamorous, rich, commands attention
 Best for accent pieces and small spaces like closets, powder rooms, and entry halls
 Pair with lighter shades of pink, metallics, navy blue, black, and goldenrod yellow
 Fuchsia + tangerine = preppy
 Named after German botanist Leonhard Fuchs

[WowwGirl]

Thank you dear

[AmandaYVR]

Welcome.

[Nature_Enthusiast]

I enjoy the color blue and it reveals that I am always doing something associated with water.

[AmandaYVR]

See my reply to male user mk200195 for blue theory.

[Nature_Enthusiast]

Well i didn't find it lol

[CharlieDMX]

I love crimson red and royal blue. I've been told that my personality tends towar blue

[AmandaYVR]

See my reply to LilytheHorcrux for the crimson

and male user 200195 for the royal blue

https://youtu.be/q65x6jddc88

[wellhack]

A nice deep purple and blue

[AmandaYVR]

See my response to hellionthesagereborn

[wellhack]

Where would I be ab to find that

[AmandaYVR]

It's a male user here on this q.
This is getting rather long though, so I'll add this for you.

For purple, see blue user here Guardian45. You can find him by looking for the violet stemmed flower image I posted (if you're not within an app, but using the web version, you will see it more quickly as an inline image, not a link.)

For blue, see male user mk200195.

If you like both colours, indigo is a very nice blend of the two - a purpley blue.

I believe this indicates you are serious, reflective, introspective, with a preference for deep, concentrated thinking. Also quite challenging, as it is considered a complex colour and although it is liked by both men and women quite equally and not gender-specific preferred, it is a challenging colour to work with and reflects a tension, combining blue and red, although with a larger portion of blue which is mellowing.

[AmandaYVR]

Indigo:
 A midnight blue edging toward purple
 Has purple undertones
 A dark, deeper blue to greyish purple blue
 Indigo continues to inspire designers with its rich and complicated quality, which is somewhere between a true blue and a violet on the colour spectrum
 Symbolizes a mystical borderland of wisdom, self-mastery, and spiritual realization. While blue is typically the colour of communication with others, indigo turns the blue inward to personal thought, insight, and understanding
 Chic, artisanal, complex, lush, luxe, moody
 Exotic; Long associated with exotica thanks to the indigo dye's ancient origins in India
 Use in small doses. A small amount has a big presence; A small amount of indigo can make a big statement
 Soothing, relaxing, enveloping, cocooning, a good colour to switch off and be quiet
 While blue is typically the colour of communication with others, indigo turns inward toward personal thought and insights
 Indigo is an especially nice hue for bedrooms, with its soothing not-true-blue, not-quite-lavender nature; Creates an intimate atmosphere in a small bedroom or den
 Injects richness and depth
 For creating an atmosphere of sheer elegance, indigo remains one of the most effective hues
 Originally a plant-based dye, indigo has been prized for centuries by cultures from Africa to Asia
 Surged in popularity 2018. Over in 2019

[Wenchantedy]

I love dark purple

[AmandaYVR]

Please see my answer to Guardian45.

[Wenchantedy]

Thanks <3

[Agape93]

Walnut brown

[AmandaYVR]

Congratulations, Agape, you are the only one to choose brown. So I will start with you.
Lucky you, I have a lot to tell you.

Represents:
 It is, above all, authentic
 The colour of Mother Earth
 Substance, stability, and a sense of worth
 Shelter. Hearth and home. Brown is the colour of soil and wood. It is the base from which everything grows, and is associated with all things natural and organic
 The colour connected with making an honest living, and for a long time was the main colour for those who laboured on the land

Attributes
 Comforting, dependable, grounding
 Earthy
 Peaceful
 Reassuring
 Relaxing
 Robust
 Sophisticated
 Stable
 Substantial
 Weighty
 Epitomizes the forces of nature as well as the stability

[AmandaYVR]

Emotional & Physical Effects:
 A preference for brown indicates a steady, down-to-earth, reliable character with a keen sense of duty and responsibility. They prefer quality, harmony, simplicity, comfort, hearth, and home. A loyal friend – understanding but firm. Strong views, and intolerant of others who think, talk, or act too quickly. They strive to be a good money manager (some would say thrifty), look for a bargain, yet demand the best quality they can get. Quality is a key word (it’s not just about organic and homespun). Not particularly carefree or spontaneous, yet often rebelling against the status quo and internally rebellious against accepting things the way they are. They feel very uncomfortable losing control but will work hard to change a situation that seems unjust or unfair. They make a good marriage partner and parent because there is a strong need for security and a sense of belonging. Family is very important.
 Those who dislike brown enjoy fantasy, travel, adventure, novelty, excitement. Routine drives them crazy. They are impetuous and prefer people who are outgoing. They care less about meaningful relationships and more about excitement
 A palette of muted browns and taupes introduces a sense of calm
 People in an intensely blue room may turn up the heat by 2°C (vs. a red room with the exact same temperature)
 Is associated with higher alpha and delta waves – brain waves associated with relaxation (chromodynamics)
 Conveys a feeling of permanence, reliability, approachability, stability, security, familiarity
 Encourages people to slow down, get comfortable, and relax
 If you’re craving coziness, brown is your colour
 Warmer browns can stimulate the appetite

[AmandaYVR]

As far as walnut goes specifically, I can say that it is not about drama or moodiness, but rather is very versatile and a true neutral, providing ease and comfort without any obtrusiveness whatsoever. It stays mellow, and works in concert with others, not trying to be the star or forward-facing.

A Few Extras:
 Men are more apt to say brown is one of their favourite colours
 2010 brown became the new black
 The 2000s saw brown diamonds emerge

Works With:
 Combines well with rich colours like purples and golds
 Lighter tints of itself such as beige and cream
 Blues and greens
 Any colour shaded with brown becomes less bright and more neutral
 Pairs perfectly with natural materials
 Punctuate it with uplifting colour

[Agape93]

Well holy shit this makes a lot of sense ❤️❤️

[jessie1985]

Green, the 2nd green closest to the 1st yellow.

[AmandaYVR]

See my response to Spiffy_and_Tails

Variations:
 Of all the colours, it has the widest range of variations. A widely versatile colour due to its enormous range of tones
 Yellow-based greens are sunny and inviting
 Very few complexions look good against pale green
 Light green is nostalgic; lively when mixed with yellow. More quiet and introspective when mixed with blue
 Green with yellow undertones are sassy (good for a gathering space)
 Pale green has a high light value and reacts well to light (meaning it absorbs little and reflects back quite a lot)
 Pale green is a nice natural colour that blends well with neutrals but still gives the eye something to look at
 Paler greens recede more than saturated ones
 Cooler shades of green are calming, while warmer shades help you get up and go in the morning

Your preference is for a more yellow-based green. They tend to be more acidic. People who like this have a lighter, and more playful attitude about life, though with the grounding core elements of green.

[DeeDeeDeVour]

I like any shade of blue the most.

[AmandaYVR]

See my reply to male user mk200195.

[DeeDeeDeVour]

I read it. That was very entertaining & helpful. Thank you. :)