Cool Colors

Cool colors tend to make us think of cool or cold things, such as water, snow, and ice. These colors occasionally feel less friendly, but they are more relaxing and calming than warm or neutral colors.

Green

Green leaves
  • Fresh
  • Balanced
  • Growth
  • Nurturing
  • Nature
  • Relaxing
  • Calm
  • Harmonious

Green is the easiest color for the eye to look at, and therefore a very restful and soothing color. It relieves stress, increases concentration and helps with stomach aches. Green also reduces appetite. It is considered one of the most balanced, calming and refreshing colors. Green tends to make rooms seem larger. Overall, it is a good color for interior decorating due to its peaceful nature.

Blue

Reflection of blue sky in lake
  • Reserved
  • Calm
  • Loyalty
  • Peace
  • Responsibility
  • Strength
  • Wisdom
  • Cold

Blue is the most popular color among adults. Although blue can sometimes seem sad, it is also known to be a relaxing color. It lowers heart rate, blood pressure and body temperature. This color also helps with inflammation. Blue makes rooms appear larger and time seem to go by more slowly. It stimulates clarity of thought and increased concentration. People tend to be more productive when around the color blue.

Purple

Purple candle
  • Spirituality
  • Pompous
  • Creativity
  • Imagination
  • Dignified
  • Royalty
  • Luxury
  • Introspective

In the past, purple was the most difficult dye to make, and therefore was only worn by the wealthy and powerful. Today, purple still tends to be associated with luxury and royalty. However, it can be overbearing in large amounts. Purple helps reduce pain, soothe mental and physical stress, and induce sleep. Purple is a spiritual color, and it encourages deep thinking and introspection.