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COLOR
Selection
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Gray
Black Color Combinations
Meaning of the Color Gray
Gray is timeless, practical, and solid. A
longstanding favorite suit color, gray can mix well with any
color. Although well liked and often worn, people rarely name gray
as a favorite color possibly because Gray also is associated with
loss or depression.
How the color GRAY affects us
unsettling
expectant
Meaning of the Color Black
Black is authoritative and powerful; because
black can evoke strong emotions too much can be overwhelming. A
classic color for clothing possibly because it makes the wearer
appear thinner and more sophisticated.
How the color BLACK affects us
feeling inconspicuous
a restful emptiness
mysterious evoking a sense of potential and possibility.
Combining of Colors
Blue,
Red, White
and Grey
=
Stability, Power, Trustworthiness,
Conservatism
Yellow,
Brown, Orange
and Green
=
Nature, Earthiness, Warmth
Red,
Orange, Yellow
=
More Warmth
Blue
and Aqua
=
Water and Coolness
The Primary Colors (Red,
Blue, Yellow)
=
Convey Fun
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