What Your Fav Paint Color Says About You

“Paint color is an expression of your personality,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. People tend to be drawn to 1-2 colors and rarely branch away from them. Depending on if you surround yourself in warm shades, cool hues, jewel tones, or neutrals, it could indicate that you seek closeness in your space, that you're practical, or that you're the life of the party. 

Keep reading to learn more about what your favorite paint color says about your personality, as well as some style tips to elevate your paint choices!

Warm Shades

Do you find yourself gravitating towards colors such as yellow, peach, pink, and orange? Then you probably always have company! People who love living in these colors tend to be friendly and nurturing. There’s a warm fuzzy feeling about these colors that draws you in, the same as you feel when you meet new people or socialize with friends and family. These colors tend to stimulate not only conversation, but also appetite. Hence why you might enjoy throwing dinner parties, or any themed party as an excuse to invite people over and indulge in some delicious food. Warm shade people tend to be the life of the party.

*Style tip! Use cool colored decor to bring down the temperature. Try pops of green to go with yellow, and blue to go with orange. Neutrals also compliment the boldness of warm colors well. Try gray or white to help bring down the saturation of your space. These color accents can be added in the form of throw pillows, vases, plants, and more!

Cool Hues

Those who opt for shades of blue and green in their homes are usually introverted. People who like living with these colors prefer their home to be quiet and calm. They view their home as an oasis and want being at home to be a soothing experience compared to the hustle and bustle of daily life. Cool hue lovers seek closeness in their space. They also tend to gravitate towards nature. Those who prefer to decorate with shades of blue and lighter greens may be big time beach goers. Those who prefer darker greens may be really into hiking, camping, and exploring. These colors help bring the outdoors inside.

*Style tip! Cool colors can very easily make a space actually feel cold. To avoid this, try bringing up the temperature by mixing in just a handful of warmer colors. If yellows and oranges are just too bright for your taste, then try shades of brown, like taupe and cream. It just might make all the difference. Another way to ensure the space isn’t chilly, is by using pastel or lighter versions of the colors. The darker the shade, the colder the space. Seafoam green and baby blue are great options.

Jewel Tones

Colors that seem plucked from the red carpet on Oscars night (ruby, emerald, sapphire, amethyst, and topaz) lend instant va-va-voom. If any of those are your top choice for paint color, then you’re most likely creative, outgoing, and confident. You want your space to feel glamorous, anything ordinary just won’t cut it- and you probably live much of your life by the same mantra. Jewel tone people value uniqueness and the finer things in life. Even small spaces, such as bathrooms and book nooks have to be elevated somehow. These colors level up the intimacy and coziness of any space in your home. You’re also probably competitive at heart. Your paint color isn’t just chosen because you think it’s pretty, you want others to remember your home. 

Style tip: To keep things cozy and not chaotic, pair jewel tones with neutrals. These colors shine the most in places that are usually not show stoppers. Hallways, bathrooms, and dining rooms or anywhere you don’t spend a ton of time are great for these colors.

Neutrals

Gray, brown, beige, and ivory have a feeling of permanence and a crisp, classic look. If this appeals to you, you are probably a practical person, and not interested in repainting every few years. People who like neutral colors value simplicity and relaxation. They tend to draw inspiration from nature. However, they also value the opposite. Surprisingly, neutral decorators may actually be very fond of color. Sometimes the best interior choices are made with accessories, so paint color should remain neutral to allow for pops of color. Bright objects will shine against the clean backdrop. Neutral color enthusiasts are all about balance in both their life and their interior decorating choices.

Style tip: Remaining all neutral can sometimes be boring. Try layering different shades of neutrals to add some depth. Play with the contrast by using both dark and light tones. Otherwise you risk your space giving off the same vibe as being in a doctors office. A big no-no.

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