Lingerie Color Wheel

Color is a very powerful aspect of clothing, and lingerie is no exception. As Valentine’s Day approaches you may be considering wearing a sexy red number to celebrate with your special someone, after all, red is a very popular lingerie color, especially this time of year. However, today’s lingerie scene is all about variety – in style, size, fabric and definitely color – so if you’re not feeling a red vibe you’ve still got a lot of options. Here we’ll take a look a different color meanings and the type of moods they can create – find the one you identify with and add that color into the mix this Valentine’s Day and you’ll be in for an unforgettable time.

Nude - The color nude is becoming more and more popular. It has many names including skin, tan, toffee, light brown, etc. Nude is an earthy color that is abundant in nature and is a part of who we are. It symbolizes reliability and structure. If you’re going for this hue, you might want to try a chocolate color – it adds a little sweetness and excitement.

White – Whit is the color of innocence and purity. It’s exceptionally popular for bridal lingerie and also every day wear as it is invisible under many types of clothing.

Black - Commercially, black is a timeless fashion color. It is associated with slenderness, as people think black makes their bodies look thinner. It is also a color of authority, power - and for the more dramatic black - creativity.

Pink eludes innocence and romance. This color relaxes, draws energy, and makes the person wearing it more approachable. Pink is also a very feminine color. Hot pink is an attention grabber but pale pink appeals to your softer side.

Red is an emotionally intense color with an energizing force. It evokes feelings of passion, love, and sexuality. This color draws attention just like the bull to the matador. While this sexy color draws attention, the down side is that can make the wearer look a little heavier and can also stimulate the appetite.
Purple - This color is hard to find it nature. It can appear artificial. It draws attention yet the lighter shades bring a feminine and romantic appeal. Royalty, luxury, sophistication are all associated with this color. If you want to bring about an elegant feeling, try out a bra that is purple in color.

Blue - People absolutely love blue. Blue stimulates a chemical reaction for peace, tranquility, and loyalty. In lingerie, it evokes peace.

If you’re prone to sticking to just one color in your lingerie rotation, consider how color can impact your mood and feelings. The next time you’re feeling particularly bold or romantic, try an ensemble with a color to match to express yourself!

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Alicia Vargo has been a constant presence in the intimate apparel industry for nearly 10 years. She owns Pampered Passions Fine Lingerie, an online and Denver-area boutique. She speaks the language of lingerie and is an expert at everything from helping women find the right bra to helping them...

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