The Most Romantic Colors

While red may be the hands-down all time most romantic color, for obvious reasons: the physical and psychological effects it has on us humans, the clear choice for the 'romantic' holiday, Valentine's Day, it is certainly not the only color of romance. Here are some of the most romantic colors from the COLOURlovers library and some information from around the web about why these colors are considered 'Romantic'.

Red

"Not only is red the color of the blood that flushes the face and swells the pelvis and that one swears one would spill to save the beloved’s prized hide. It is also a fine metaphoric mate for the complexity and contrariness of love..." - Continue reading at nytimes.com

The most emotionally intense color, red stimulates a faster heartbeat and breathing. It is also the color of love. Red clothing gets noticed and makes the wearer appear heavier. Since it is an extreme color, red clothing might not help people in negotiations or confrontations. Red cars are popular targets for thieves. In decorating, red is usually used as an accent. Decorators say that red furniture should be perfect since it will attract attention. - infoplease

Red is the most popular color in top 10 romantic colors. In fact it is a vital symbol of Valentine's Day celebrations. Red Candies, Valentine's Day cards, red hearts and red roses are very popular parts of Valentine's Day celebrations. - Top 10 Romantic Colors

Red is the color of sex and lust and is often called the most romantic of colors. It is no accident that red is the chosen symbolic color for the Valentine’s Day. In interior design, however, a less intense, softer tone of red is far more conducive to romance than the pure hue. - Creating Mood with Color

Pink

This romantic color is more tranquilizing. - Color Psychology

Often referred as Pinks, these colors vary from cool to warm and from light to dark. Pinks have an interesting quality that seems to halt the body’s ability to stay angry. - Creating Mood with Color

Pink is the color of innocent love and affection. It is the gentlest color amongst the top 10 romantic colors. Pink is the perfect color for new relationships. This is the reason why pink roses are as popular as red roses on Valentine's Day. Pink teddies, candies and pink satin bows area also very popular parts of Valentine's Day celebrations. - Top 10 Romantic Colors

Peach

Paler, less intense tones of Orange such as apricot and peach are often included in the romantic palette, suggesting purity and innocence. - Creating Mood with Color

Orange

Orange is a very bright color and suggests fertility and happiness. It stands for fulfillment. This is the reason why orange candies, cakes and flowers are used greatly on Valentine's Day. - Top 10 Romantic Colors

Yellow

Yellow stands for wisdom and illumination. It is symbol of the sun and hence suggests power. Yellow is not a very popular romantic color. However if you want to complement the beauty of your beloved then this is the perfect color for you. - Top 10 Romantic Colors

Green

Green is color of royalty and can be used in Valentine's Day decorations. - Top 10 Romantic Colors

Blue

Blues in the romantic palette will be cool and inspired by water. - Creating Mood with Color

The color blue symbolizes trustworthiness. So, if you want to assure the love of your life of your honesty then gift a bunch of blue orchids. It also has subtle erotic suggestions. This is the reason why blue light is used in Valentine's Day parties and night clubs. - Top 10 Romantic Colors

Purple

Purple: The color of royalty, purple connotes luxury, wealth, and sophistication. It is also feminine and romantic. However, because it is rare in nature, purple can appear artificial. - Color Psychology

Purple is another color which is definitively romantic because of its passionate, unpredictable and quixotic characteristics. - Creating Mood with Color

Purple is the color of romance and passion. It is the most feminine color amongst the top 10 romantic colors. Use the color purple in Valentine's Day flowers, gifts and decorations to awaken the romantic spirit in your beloved. - Top 10 Romantic Colors

Lavender is another very popular romantic color used on Valentine's Day. - Top 10 Romantic Colors

Color & Sex

We all know that red is associated with sex, but the people over at sex-project.com have put together (for entertainment purposes only) a color key to sexual patterns based on the color you love most... sex project

The clothes you wear, your home furnishings and the car you drive all give clues to your sexual personality. The key is the colors you select for your possessions. Most people claim they haven't got a favorite color. But look around you, and you'll notice a pattern, especially in your clothing and home furnishings. The predominant color for you is the one that appears most frequently, it's the one that mirrors the sexual you. A panel of psychologists explained the association between color and sexual patterns. - sex project