Bold like a felt pen

I've just realized that these past few days I've been wearing red: red jumpers, red shorts, red nails and red lipstick. Yes a bright stand out colour aside from my neutrals and black on black on black. I remember hearing from my mother (in addition to learning in my painting classes) that colours have meanings. Of course I thoroughly enjoy researching and finding the meaning or definitions of words/things so guess what I did? Goooooogled it. 

Color Red

Red is the warmest of all colors. Red is the color most chosen by extroverts and one of the top picks of males. On the negative side red can mean temper or anger. In China, red is the color of prosperity and joy. Brides wear red and front doors are often painted red. Red is Tuesday's color. Red roses symbolize passionate love. Ruby rings should be worn on the left hand. Red is the color of Mars. This planet is known as the God of War. Red Energy Red is associated with fiery heat and warmth. It can also mean danger (burning). Red is the color of blood, and as such has strong symbolism as life and vitality. It brings focus to the essence of life and living with emphasis on survival. Red is also the color of passion and lust. Put some red in your life when you want: increased enthusiasm and interest more energy action and confidence to go after your dreams protection from Wearing Red Wear a red accent piece when you want to present yourself as bold and dynamic. It can boost your confidence if you are attending a function or interview where you feel unsure of yourself. If a woman wears a red dress it usually is associated with sex appeal.

Oh and here's some info on black for y'all who hate on me wearing it daily.

Color Black

Black is the most misunderstood color. A black tie dinner is very formal and elegant. Women can wear that "must have little black dress" to the black tie dinner. Yet the bad guys wear black hats. Black symbolizes death in some cultures. Native Americans thought black was good because it was the color of soil, which gives life. Saturday's color is black. Black Energy Black is not a color, strictly speaking. It is the absence of all color. When people speak of opposites, it is usually in terms of black and white. Black, and its opposite white, represent polarities. Black absorbs all aspects of light. While white reveals, black conceals. It has come to mean hidden, fearful or bad experience. It is linked to the unknown or the unseen. In times of fear and uncertainty black contains the energy of the threatening unknown. In a positive state, black is seen as a restful emptiness into which anything may emerge and disappear once again. It is also mysterious, providing a sense of potential and possibility. Put some black in your life when you want: to become inconspicuous to open the door to mystery to prepare for the unknown a restful emptiness Black gem stone properties Black gemstones symbolize self control and resilience. Black stones have protective energies in the sense that black is the absence of light, and therefore, can be used to create invisibility.

Wearing Black Dress in black if you want to become inconspicuous. Black is also used in clothingto make a bold statement of mystery and self control. Black clothing can say "Notice me but do not intrude."

And there you have it folks. According to the article on colour theory I am feeling bold, in control, outgoing and in tune with my sexuality? Sounds pretty good to me hah. Oh also because blue is my favourite colour I did some reading on it also here's a tidbit: A pure blue is the color of inspiration, sincerity and spirituality.

I bet you're now curious to look up your favourite colours aren't you? Doooo it.