What the Color of Your Closet Says About You
When you look in
your closet, what colors do you see? It is wide variety of vibrant colors that
sing like a rainbow, or is it more like a palette of blacks, greys and browns that offer a gentle hum
more than a booming voice?
It turns out that
the colors we choose to wear are more than just the ones that are pleasing to
our eyes. They also represent the person we are underneath all the clothes.
They give the rest of the world a peek into our soul; into who we are deep
down.
Does that make you
wonder what your soul is saying to everyone you pass on the street or in the
subway?
Well, according to
several researchers in the field of ‘wardrobe
psychology’, here are a list of the most common
colors that people wear and what they say to those around them:
Black
Black commands authority. It says that you’re not afraid to be in charge and
take control of the situation, which is probably why it’s the color you often see worn by
people in high status places (such as government and top office positions). Of
course, it’s also a very timeless and elegant.
It’s great for most any occasion from
funeral to wedding and goes with most any other color out there. Let’s not forget the fact that it’s a slimming color as well. That
alone keeps black the primary color in many women’s wardrobes.
White
White says simplicity. It shows that you’re a light-hearted person. You’re basic, simple and easy to please;
there is nothing complex about you. It also says that you’re a very clean person as well which
actually makes a lot of sense if you think about it. How could you ever pull
off white if you aren’t clean? Nothing
shows a coffee stain or a dab of dropped spaghetti sauce better than this
signature color.
Grey
Grey brings with it sophistication. It
has an air about it that portrays to the world that you’re self-confident and willing to
think on your own. You can make your own decisions based on the information you
have and you’re not afraid of
your own opinion. That makes this the perfect color for business meetings, job
interviews and casual affairs where you want to show that you’re comfortable in your own skin.
Brown
Brown is a sign of reliability and
stability. It says that you’re not overly
crazy and like the comforts of life without a lot of change. You prefer things
to remain as they are because you’re not really
interested in spending a lot of time outside your comfort zone. It’s not a bad thing to be stable; it
just means that you like to play it safer than other people.
Blue
Blue means you’re relaxed. You’re comfortable, cool and calm. It
signals that you’re not easily
riled and not likely to be impulsive. If you’re going for a job
interview, stick with a darker shade of blue, like a navy type of color. But,
if you’re just entertaining guests instead
of trying to look good to a future employer, they’ll feel more at ease with a lighter color, like a robin egg
shade of blue.
Green
Green lifts people’s moods – both yours and those around you. It’s known to make people feel happier
and more positive. Why? Maybe it’s because it’s the color of money or perhaps it’s that it reminds people of grass
that is just appearing in the spring after a long hard winter? Who knows? But,
when you want to see nothing but smiles from those around you, this should be
your color of choice.
Yellow
Yellow shows that you have a fun side. It
says to those around you that you’re maybe a little
wild and like to have a good time. Essentially, you’re telling them that you’re going to be a little ray of
sunshine in this drab old world. Of course, that makes it an excellent choice
when you’re looking to wear something for a
party or some social event in which you want to stand out as someone that is
willing to take risks.
Red
Red implies that you have a heart and
you’re not afraid to use it. It’s the color of romance and love and
all the affection that goes along with it. It also happens to be the color that
most men find themselves attracted to. So, if you want to get your man’s attention (or any man for that
matter), red should be your color of choice. Who knows? You may be in for quite
a night (or lifetime) if you make this signature color.
Purple
Purple suggests that you’re creative. It tells others that
you’re willing to think outside the box,
and often do. You’re not afraid to
beat your own drum and do things a little differently. And, you have a tendency
to see beauty in things that most others often miss. So, whether you’re looking to inspire yourself or
someone else, wearing purple will help you do just that.
Orange
Orange is a social color. It says that you’re open to conversation and getting
to know new people. It tells those around you that you aren’t the kind of person who is going to
stay in your shell and not let others in. That makes this color great for
parties or other gatherings where you don’t know anyone, but
would like to.
So, what do you
think? Do the colors in your closet accurately represent you as a person? Are
there any colors you’d like to start
including so that people see you for who you truly are?