“With color, for the price
of a pot of paint, people can express their own style and individuality. But,
as with style, a gift for color has to be developed by experiment. If you don’t
dare, you are doomed to dullness.”
-Shirley Conran
Pretty strong words, but I have to totally
agree. Being doomed to dullness is not my cup of tea. So the next time you are
relaxing with a cup of tea, begin to ponder the layers of your world & how
color plays (or can play) an integral part. Whether consciously or unconsciously,
color is a part of these layers & we need to take some control. My coworker
last week was wearing pink because she wanted to chase winter away! Love that. This
is the perfect time of year to ‘perk up’ what we wear. Certain colors evoke
great feelings in us. Experiment & find your own visceral experience with
your wardrobe. Next time you shop, try on a few new for you colors & see
how it feels. The Pantone color of 2014 is orchid. Try that for starters! If
you need to, start small with a scarf, purse, belt or shoes…
A
friend of mine recently started having his home painted after over a decade of
builder’s grade white. I consulted in a small way, really just a nod on the
color that was already speaking to him. He left a message a few days ago &
was practically speechless with happiness. He realizes now that with a little
paint in a brave color that he now loves, all the existing furniture &
cabinetry looked new! What a revelation. So dare to color your world too! Jot down a few color ideas for rooms, or some throw
pillows perhaps. Just start somewhere & feel the joy seep into the layers
of your world!
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