The Meaning of Colour....

We react to Colour on a personal and emotional level. Colour comes in warm and cool tones and each has its own artistic and expressive qualities.

White

White is a powerful Colour which strengthens other colours when placed side by side with them. White is pure, calming, and simplistic and provides a balancing element when working with a variety of colours.

Silver

The colour silver can be earthy, natural or sleek and elegant. It can be used much as gray is although when using shiny metallic inks, small amounts for accents is best.

Gold

It is no surprise that gold symbolises wealth used wisely, but it is also the symbol of good health. People who favor the colour gold are optimistic. The colour gold shares many of the attributes of yellow. It is a warm colour that can be both bright and cheerful.

Burgundy

Elegance, richness, refinement - all associations we have with the Colour burgundy. Combine with antique gold for a stunningly rich effect.

Red

Red is a sensual Colour and the eye is immediately drawn to red - it signifies excitement, energy, passion and romance, Too much can be overwhelming but the right combination can have the effect you desire. In China, red symbolises good luck, in India it represents purity and in Eastern cultures, when combined with white, it signifies joy.

Orange

Like yellow, orange is a cheerful and happy Colour, representing warmth, enthusiasm and vibrancy. A single element of orange can lift any serene Colour - think of orange pumpkins with tan autumn leaves or tangy orange with powder pink.

Yellow

Yellow is a cheerful Colour and one naturally thinks of sunshine and spring (fresh daffodils) when yellow is mentioned. Combined with lime and bright greens, yellow evokes feelings of happiness, like a garden in bloom on a warm summer's day.

Pink

Light pinks in designs represent softness and delicacy and combine well with crisp white and pale blues. Deep fuchsias, on the other hand are seen as bright, exciting and energetic. Combine fuchsia with vibrant tangerine for a vivid impact.

Purple

Ranging from pale lavender to deep aubergines, purple is a Colour which can evoke a variety of emotions. Bedrooms are often painted in light mauve to create stillness and peacefulness. Combined with rich fuchsias, lime greens and vivid tangerine, deep purple can take on a tropical feel, of lushness and luxury.

Blue

Blue is tranquil, familiar and comforting, which is why people often say blue is their favorite Colour. Warm blues have hints of red in them, leaning towards lilac and mauve while cool blues are refreshing and contemporary. Blue and white are a fresh and timeless combination - think of blue & white china. Blue in a business context, conveys trust and loyalty which is why policemen wear blue uniforms and the navy suit is corporate clothing staple.

Green

Like blue, green is also a calming Colour but also represents life and growth like new leaves on a budding plant. It is commonly associated with the natural environment and provides a great backdrop for the vivid hues of nature's floral palette. Lime can add life and vitality to any palette.

Brown

When we speak of browns, we speak of warm, earthy Colours - warm autumn hues, light beige timber, terracotta tiles and desert landscapes. We feel comforted by these hues and in touch with nature. The cooler tones, such as birch, granite and chocolate brown are more modern - think espresso bars and contemporary cafe decor.

Black

Black is the most misunderstood colour. Black can be very formal and elegant. From women that wear the "must have black dress" to the ‘black dinner tie’ for men. Black symbolizes death in some cultures. Native Americans thought black was good because it was the colour of soil, which gives life. Black is not a colour, strictly speaking. It is the absence of all colour. When people speak of opposites, it is usually in terms of black and white. The truth is that black is a sexy and mysterious color that goes with any person’s skin colouring. This makes it an excellent choice for bridal wear.