Emotional affects of colour:

RED

  • Passion
  • Vitality
  • Excitement

ORANGE

  • Cheer
  • Warmth
  • Optimism

YELLOW

  • Fun
  • Humour
  • Energy

PURPLE

  • Luxury
  • Imagination
  • Playfullness

BLUE

  • Trust
  • Serenity
  • Strength

GREEN

  • Growth
  • Healing
  • Freshness

BROWN

  • Nature
  • Comfort
  • Stability

WHITE

  • Balance
  • Calm
  • Neutrality

BLACK

  • Formality
  • Sophistication
  • Power

Information courtesy of New York School of Interior Design “Color for Interiors” class lecture