Coloring Moods
Did you know feelings and moods have colors? Here is a reference table
that maps from feelings to their color.
(don't believe me? checkout the
'Psychology of color' links below. )
The third column has awesome color palettes selected from
colorlovers.com
Next time, when you are designing a web site or logo, look
for the feeling/mood that you want to reflect in the design.
Search for the feeling and choose its colors
rich
elegant
refined
tasty
expensive
mature
sumptuous
cultivated
robust
Deep Red
hex: #a6093d
RGB:166, 9, 61
COLOURlovers.com--_l.uscious_l.ips_-
COLOURlovers.com-Peace_and_War
COLOURlovers.com-the_shrike
earthy
warm
strong
sturdy
established
country
Brick Red
hex: #76232f
RGB:118, 35, 47
COLOURlovers.com-Vintage_Os
COLOURlovers.com-Brick_House
COLOURlovers.com-Magmaminous
exciting
energizing
sexy
passionate
hot
dynamic
stimulating
provocative
dramatic
powerful
courageous
magnetic
assertive
impulsive
adventurous
demanding
stirring
spontaneous
motivating
Bright Red
hex: #c8102e
RGB:200, 16, 46
COLOURlovers.com-Burning_Bright
COLOURlovers.com-LipstickOnHisCollar
COLOURlovers.com-Girl_on_fire
exciting
theatrical
playful
hot
attention-getting
high-energy
sensual
wild
tropical
festive
vibrant
stimulating
flirtatious
Bright Pink
hex: #e0457b
RGB:224, 69, 123
COLOURlovers.com-friend (1)
COLOURlovers.com-laughter
COLOURlovers.com-Sweetness
soft
subtle
cozy
dusky
gentle
composed
nostalgic
Dusty Pink
hex: #d7a3ab
RGB:215, 163, 171
COLOURlovers.com-after_the_heist
COLOURlovers.com-friend (1)
COLOURlovers.com-free-as-a-bird
romantic
affectionate
compassionate
soft
sweet tasting
sweet smelling
tender
delicate. innocent
fragile
youthful
Light Pink
hex: #f5b6cd
RGB:245, 182, 205
COLOURlovers.com-Compatible (1)
COLOURlovers.com-Vuittons_Breakfast
COLOURlovers.com-BurberryTenderTouch
nurturing
soft
fuzzy
tactile
delicious
fruity
sweet tasting
sweet smelling
inviting
warm
physical comfort
intimate
modest
embracing
Peach
hex: #ffbe9f
RGB:255, 190, 159
COLOURlovers.com-VintageRoadMoviePuss
COLOURlovers.com-f_r_a_g_i_l_e
COLOURlovers.com-Edge
life force
energizing
flexibility
desire
Coral
hex: #ff8674
RGB:255, 134, 116
COLOURlovers.com-coup_de_grace
COLOURlovers.com-VintageRoadMoviePuss
COLOURlovers.com-tea_party_with_800
vital
juicy
fruitful
energizing
tangy
Tangerine
hex: #f68d2e
RGB:246, 141, 46
COLOURlovers.com-Tangerine_Dream
COLOURlovers.com-Tangerine_Dreams
COLOURlovers.com-Tangerine_Splash
fun
whimsical
childlike
happy
glowing
sunset
hot
energizing
active
gregarious
friendly
good-.natured
expansive
spontaneous
optimistic
communicative
jovial
sociable
self-assured
persuasive
animated
Vibrant Orange
hex: #FD6B0D
RGB:253,107,13
COLOURlovers.com-Satellite_Of_Love
COLOURlovers.com-Cant_Compare_101
COLOURlovers.com-Stop_Motion
spicy
flavorful
tangy
pungent
exotic
Ginger
hex: #be3a34
RGB:190, 58, 52
COLOURlovers.com-Gingered_Raspberries
COLOURlovers.com-Cinnamon_Ginger_RC
COLOURlovers.com-Shes_A_Ginger
earthy
warm
country
wholesome
welcoming
abundance
Terra Cotta
hex: #b46a55
RGB:180, 106, 85
COLOURlovers.com-Terra_Cotta(DNA)
COLOURlovers.com-Terra_Cotta_Mother
COLOURlovers.com-terra_cotta
rugged
outdoor
rustic
woodsy
Tan
hex: #b58150
RGB:181, 129, 80
COLOURlovers.com-Narcissus
COLOURlovers.com-Vermeers_Christ
COLOURlovers.com-Amsterdam_Classic
delicious
rich
robust
appetizing
Chocolate/Coffee Brown
hex: #623b2a
RGB:98, 59, 42
COLOURlovers.com-french_vanilla
COLOURlovers.com-Alley_Cats
COLOURlovers.com-Stand_For_Truth
earthy
grounded
steady
solid
rooted
wholesome
sheltering
warm
durable
secure
reliable
natural
traditional
supportive
Earth Brown
hex: #584446
RGB:88, 68, 70
COLOURlovers.com-Nature_Walk
COLOURlovers.com-Artificial_Growth
COLOURlovers.com-pulse_of_the_earth
bling
rich
glowing
divine
intuitive
luxurious
opulent
expensive
radiant
valuable
prestigious
Gold (metallic)
hex: #84754e
RGB:132, 117, 78
COLOURlovers.com-24_KARAT_GOLD
COLOURlovers.com-Metalic_Rainbow
COLOURlovers.com-Turn_Gold_to_Silver
jewelry
multi-cultural
mellow
abundant
original
autumn
Amber
hex: #d57800
RGB:213, 120, 0
COLOURlovers.com-Crossing_Spectrums
COLOURlovers.com-AMBERSUN
COLOURlovers.com-SAMHAIN
nourishing
buttery
tasty
sun-baked
wheat
hospitable
comfort
comfort food
Golden Yellow
hex: #f2a900
RGB:242, 169, 0
COLOURlovers.com-Palau
COLOURlovers.com-Golden_Orb
COLOURlovers.com-Garuda_IV
illuminating
joyful
hot
lively
friendly
luminous
enlightening
energetic
sunshine
stimulating
innovative
radiating
awareness
surprise
caution
Bright Yellow
hex: #ffcd00
RGB:255, 205, 0
COLOURlovers.com-Dance_To_Forget (1)
COLOURlovers.com-Invisible_Look!
COLOURlovers.com-Chronosexuality
cheering
happy
soft
sunny
warming
sweet
easy
pleasing
babies
Light Yellow
hex: #f3dd6d
RGB:243, 221, 109
COLOURlovers.com-Dance_To_Forget (1)
COLOURlovers.com-UnderTheMoonOf_Love
COLOURlovers.com-Poker_Face
artsy
bold
trendy
startling
sharp
pungent
Chartreuse
hex: #d2d755
RGB:210, 215, 85
COLOURlovers.com-Monsters_Co.
COLOURlovers.com-Sunscape
COLOURlovers.com-Chartreuse
calm
quiet
soothing
neutral
lightweight
Light Green
hex: #addc91
RGB:173, 220, 145
COLOURlovers.com-I_like_your_Smile
COLOURlovers.com-Summer_Night_Makeout
COLOURlovers.com-soapbox_parade
military
camouflage
safari
classic
Olive Green
hex: #8a8d4a
RGB:138, 141, 74
COLOURlovers.com-Seth
COLOURlovers.com-Roma_Modern
COLOURlovers.com-dina
fresh
citrusy
youthful
acidic
tart
refreshing
Lime
hex: #7a9a01
RGB:122, 154, 1
COLOURlovers.com-Hymn_For_My_Soul
COLOURlovers.com-Octopus (1)
COLOURlovers.com-Touch
nature
trustworthy
refreshing
cool
restful
stately
forest
hushed
woodsy
traditional
reliable
money
prosperity
Dark Green
hex: #154734
RGB:21, 71, 52
COLOURlovers.com-Lets_Make_A_Mistake
COLOURlovers.com-british_racing_green
COLOURlovers.com-Ancient_Statue
natural
fertile
healthy
balance
life
growth
soothing
harmony
restful
restoration
reassurance
environmental awareness
new beginnings
Foliage Greens
hex: #046a38
RGB:4, 106, 56
COLOURlovers.com-tropical_001
COLOURlovers.com-In_the_Bushes
COLOURlovers.com-Autumn_Foliage
fresh
grass
irish
lively
spring
renewal
lush
Bright Green
hex: #009a44
RGB:0, 154, 68
COLOURlovers.com-A_Dream_in_Color
COLOURlovers.com-100_luscious_loves
COLOURlovers.com-S_h_i_n_e
luxurious
jewel-like
up-scale
Emerald
hex: #009775
RGB:0, 151, 117
COLOURlovers.com-i_eat_the_rainbow
COLOURlovers.com-i_m_m_o_r_t_a_l
COLOURlovers.com-Emerald_Sea
water
refreshing
cleansing
young
babies
cool
dreamy
soft
lightweight
Aqua
hex: #a1d6ca
RGB:161, 214, 202
COLOURlovers.com-Giant_Goldfish
COLOURlovers.com-Koi_Carp
COLOURlovers.com-i_will_wait_for_you.
infinity
compassionate
protective
faithful
water
coolness
sky
gemstone
tropical
oceans
Turquoise
hex: #49c5b1
RGB:73, 197, 177
COLOURlovers.com-Compatible (1)
COLOURlovers.com-Between_The_Clouds
COLOURlovers.com-Octopus (1)
serene
cool
tasteful
sophisticated
confident
Teal
hex: #00677f
RGB:0, 103, 127
COLOURlovers.com-dream_magnet
COLOURlovers.com-400_Lovers
COLOURlovers.com-Aviation
calming
cool
heavenly
constant
faithful
true
dependable
restful
contentment
tranquil
reassuring
trusting
serene
expansive
open
infinity
transcendent
distance
Sky Blue
hex: #71b2c9
RGB:113, 178, 201
COLOURlovers.com-let_them_eat_cake
COLOURlovers.com-Odd_but_trendy
COLOURlovers.com-Dutch_Seas
calm
quiet
patient
peaceful
cool
water
clean
Light Blue
hex: #92c1e9
RGB:146, 193, 233
COLOURlovers.com-tech_light (1)
COLOURlovers.com-creative_cream
COLOURlovers.com-get_me
genial
lively
sprightly
convivial
cordial
Periwinkle
hex: #8094dd
RGB:128, 148, 221
COLOURlovers.com-Iris_Coffee
COLOURlovers.com-A_Little_Happier
COLOURlovers.com-Cornflowers
electric
energy
brisk
vibrant
flags
stirring
impressive
aquatic
high spirits
exhilarating
Bright Blue
hex: #0072ce
RGB:0, 114, 206
COLOURlovers.com-tech_light (1)
COLOURlovers.com-Neon_Virus
COLOURlovers.com-Amsterdam_Acid
credible
authoritative
basic
conservative
classic
strong
reliable
traditional
uniforms
service
nautical
loyal
confident
professional
thought-provoking
introspective
aids concentration
clarify thoughts
Deep Blue
hex: #001a72
RGB:0, 26, 114
COLOURlovers.com-Japanll_revive_[r]
COLOURlovers.com-Ships_In_The_Night
COLOURlovers.com-Beyond_the_Reef
romantic
nostalgic
fanciful
lightweight
lightly scented
Lavender
hex: #c1a7e2
RGB:193, 167, 226
COLOURlovers.com-Dreams_at_Dawn
COLOURlovers.com-your_sister_the_moon
COLOURlovers.com-Sweet_Lavender
wistful
sentimental
toughtful
Mauve
hex: #9b7793
RGB:155, 119, 147
COLOURlovers.com-still_be_friends
COLOURlovers.com-undecided
COLOURlovers.com-my_first_breath
curative
protective
peace of mind
Amethyst
hex: #b884cb
RGB:184, 132, 203
COLOURlovers.com-a_discretion
COLOURlovers.com-Amethyst
COLOURlovers.com-Amethyst_Oracle
contemplative
meditative
spiritual
soul-searching
intuitive
mysterious
enchanting
Blue Purples
hex: #5f259f
RGB:95, 37, 159
COLOURlovers.com-Hymn_For_My_Soul
COLOURlovers.com-100LoversOfWinter
COLOURlovers.com-This!_Is!_UP!
sensual
thrilling
intensely exciting
dramatic
creative
witty
expressive
Red Purple
hex: #87189d
RGB:135, 24, 157
COLOURlovers.com-Finalized
COLOURlovers.com-t_o_g_e_t_h_e_r
COLOURlovers.com-My_Boudoir
visionary
rich
royal
prestigious
subduing
distant
introspective
Deep Purple
hex: #3c1053
RGB:60, 16, 83
COLOURlovers.com-Midnight_Sex
COLOURlovers.com-unholy_war
COLOURlovers.com-Desirable_Experience
classic
sober
corporate
practical
timeless
qualify
quiet
neutrality
logical
unobtrusive
deliberate
reserved
fundamental
basic
modest
efficient
dutiful
methodical
Neutral Gray
hex: #898d8d
RGB:137, 141, 141
COLOURlovers.com-star-crossed_lovers
COLOURlovers.com-Silken
COLOURlovers.com-CigaretteSmokingMan
steadfast
responsible
staunch
accountable
conscientious
resolute
restrained
conservative
professional
classic
sophisticated
solid
enduring
mature
business-like
Charcoal Gray
hex: #54585a
RGB:84, 88, 90
COLOURlovers.com-Charcoal_Barbecue
COLOURlovers.com-07
COLOURlovers.com-Charcoals
classic
neutral
practical
timeless
quality
basic
authentic
organic
versatile
inconspicuous
understated
discreet
compromising
modest
Taupe
hex: #a69f88
RGB:166, 159, 136
COLOURlovers.com-ice-o-taupe
COLOURlovers.com-cmere
COLOURlovers.com-kish_my_father
classic
neutral
soft
warm
comforting
good taste
creamy
smooth
subtle
natural
bridal
Ivory
hex: #f5e1a4
RGB:245, 225, 164
COLOURlovers.com-mountains_of_might
COLOURlovers.com-P_r_i_s_m
COLOURlovers.com-Opacity_1
sleek
classy
stylish
modern
cool
Silver (metallic)
hex: #8a8d8f
RGB:138, 141, 143
COLOURlovers.com-TRUE_SILVER
COLOURlovers.com-u
COLOURlovers.com-metallurgy
powerful
empowering
elegant
sophisticated
mysterious
heavy
bold
basic
classic
strong
expensive
invulnerable
magical
nighttime
sober
prestigious
stylish
modern
Black
hex: #111111
RGB:17,17,17
COLOURlovers.com-tech_light (1)
COLOURlovers.com-antidesign
COLOURlovers.com-Part-Time_Super_Girl
pure
clean
pristine
virginal
spotless
innocent
silent
lightweight
airy
bright
bridal
ethereal
clarity
simplicity
arctic
efficient
White
hex: #F1F2F1
RGB:241,242,241
COLOURlovers.com-w_o_r_d_l_e_s_s_.
COLOURlovers.com-i_n_v_i_s_i_b_l_e
COLOURlovers.com-Someone_Like_Me
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