Meaning of colour

Colour is everywhere in our lives and it can have a remarkable effect on the way we see ourselves and the world around us. It can lighten our mood and can help us to strive for greatness, or in the same breath it can make us fearful and afraid. With the right colours supporting us we can see the world in a whole new light. Here is a little run down on some of the colours and their meanings:

Primary Colours

There are three primary colours, Red, Yellow and Blue.

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RED

Represents : Energy, Power, Strength, Determination, Passion and Love A real attention grabber more so than any other colour

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YELLOW

Represents : Joy, Happiness, Intellect, Cheerfulness, Honor and Loyalty Yellow is one of the most fresh and optimistic colours in the spectrum.

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BLUE

Represents : Intelligence, Wisdom, Trust Blue is a cool and calming color. The color of the sky and the ocean. Very popular colour, especially among men

Secondary Colours

Secondary colours are created by combining two primary colours in equal parts. They are Green, Orange and Purple

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GREEN

Represents : Nature, Growth, Harmony, Safety, Wealth and Freshness

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ORANGE

Represents : Enthusiasm, Determination

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PURPLE

Represents : Royalty, Nobility, Luxury, Ambition, Dignity and Mystery

Tertiary Colours

Tertiary colors are created by mixing a primary and a secondary color. They are Yellow-Orange, Red-Orange, Red-Purple, Blue-Purple, Blue-Green and Yellow-Green. Mixing the colours can create a perfect combination of emotions to compliment your look.

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RED – ORANGE

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RED – PURPLE

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YELLOW – ORANGE

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YELLOW – GREEN

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BLUE – GREEN

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BLUE – PURPLE

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