Curious Colour Insights

May 20, 2025

Quotes

"Colours, like features, follow the changes of the emotions."

Pablo Picasso

"The best colour in the whole world is the one that looks good on you."

Coco Chanel

The Facts

What’s so interesting about colours?

Research shows that colours can affect our mood, energy levels - and even our physical responses like heart rate and appetite.

Colours can affect our moods through the various associations and connections we have with certain colours.

Colour associations that people have are not always universal. Cultural associations and individual experiences can influence how we feel and respond to colours. 

So if we’re thinking about how we can match the best space for our moods - be it focused work, relaxation, or creativity - we may want to tap into our unique colour palettes and see how they make us feel and respond.

Photo Credit: Weekly Close

Thoughts

Notice the dominant colours in spaces where you feel most relaxed versus most energised. 

How might you intentionally incorporate mood-lifting colours into your daily environment? Perhaps through clothing choices, workspace elements, or home décor?

If you could design your perfect workspace or relaxation space, what colours would you choose?

What does this reveal about how different environments affect your mood and productivity?

Finding your personal colour palette can help to understand your own unique preferences and reactions to them - a helpful tool for environmental mood management.

Ok that’s all, for now!