Colorful Outfits
Color Psychology: How to Pick Colors That Boost Your Mood
May
The concept of color psychology is becoming more and more popular – and rightfully so! If we can make our day a little bit happier by wearing beautiful, vibrant colors, why not use this knowledge? Of course, not every shade boosts dopamine levels, but don’t worry, we will discover which colors you should aim for in this article. We will also explore the meaning of radiant shades. Let’s start!
Color Psychology: Introduction
What exactly is this concept, and why is it worth exploring? Basically, it is understanding the emotions and signals that every shade sends and then using them in practice. We are not talking only about fashion, but also decorating the house, and simply paying attention to the right colors wherever you go.
It all started in the twentieth century when people started to wear more colors. Pretty quickly, it was noticed that the brighter the outfit, the happier the soul! This simple yet so powerful observation made a big revolution in the world of fashion, introducing its new niche – dopamine dressing. And here, in Marysia’s Colorful Closet, we are all about dressing up in colors!
I’m sure you are familiar with the sudden spark of joy you feel every time you look at yellow. Or a wave of feminine, romantic vibes after a peak at soft pink. Paying attention to it and analyzing – this is what’s called color psychology!
How Colors Affect Our Emotions?
It is quite simple. Whatever you absorb on a daily basis, whatever you surround yourself with, you are being influenced by! You probably know the saying “You become who you spend time with,” and it applies to colors as well!
If you choose mostly beige and sad tones for your outfits, no wonder your dopamine level stays low. But once you start adding more vibrant shades to your attire, you will quickly see that you are more energized and joyful. Of course, I’m not saying colorful clothes are a medicine for sadness – not at all! But they can help you feel good, simple as that.
Scientists prove over and over again that each color communicates something else. In general, here is what each shade communicates:
- yellow: joy and happiness
- pink: femininity and softness
- red: romance and aggression
- orange: danger and power
- purple: royalty and confidence
- green: health and growth
- blue: peace and professionalism
These are only basic associations, but you have to admit – they are pretty accurate! It is also true that the brighter and more vibrant the shade, the more positive it seems in our eyes. Used wisely, color psychology can be a very powerful tool!
How to Use Color Psychology in Practice?
We will focus only on the colorful fashion area of color psychology here. The truth is, in order to start feeling better and experience the good vibes of radiant colors, you need to… wear them! Wear them bravely and unapologetically, and soon enough, you will discover a new version of yourself. Of course, it is not some kind of magic trick, but believe me, it helps!
If our closet is filled with neutrals, then it’s time for a small revolution. Luckily for you, we offer a variety of choices in our Colorful Clothes collection. From vibrant sweaters, through fun pants to still elegant but oh-so-colorful blouses, you’ll find whatever you need.
If dopamine dressing is new for you, you can start small – buy a blazer in your favorite color and wear it with jeans. Then, after you already feel confident enough in it, add a fun bag. And so on and so on. Feel free to examine which colors make you feel your best – because even if there are some universal color associations, your personal view also matters!
Personal Style and the Culture
Of course, in some places, wearing neon colors might not be received well. And sure, we should be considerate of others and respect the tradition and culture. So keep that in mind while choosing your colorful pieces – sometimes color psychology can be activated by just one slightly more vibrant item.
Also, don’t stick strictly to the meaning of colors. If you simply adore beige, even if it might not be the happiest color, feel free to implement it into your colorful closet. It’s all about balance and fun, of course.
It might take you a while to figure out what shades of color give you this dopamine boost, and what style is truly yours, whether it is wearing retro dresses and vibrant accessories, or aiming for office style with a pop of color. Experiment and express yourself!
Dopamie dressing does not assume you need to have a certain style or wear only neons – not at all! It brings together fancy fashionistas, sporty style lovers, and elegance freaks. And that’s why color psychology is so beautiful – it can apply to any style!
Color Psychology: Summary
As we see, wearing colors according to their vibes and meanings is pretty easy, intuitive even. All you need to do is to simply be intentional and observe how you feel wearing certain colors. And then simply wear these shades – all the time! Have fun with fashion and color palettes, because it should always be fun!
So common, dare to be colorful!