10 Shades of Color and the Personality Types Behind Them

October 1, 2020 by Big Chill

Almost everybody has a favorite color, or if not a specific favorite at least a color choice that draws your attention more than others. Like that moment when you see a shiny car, or a new appliance in your favorite color and think, “That color is SO me.”

Your favorite color is said to define a part of who you are, offering an inside look into your own personality and behavioral traits. Each shade of the rainbow triggers a certain psychological response, and can change not only your mood but the mood of others around you. That being said, the color you choose to decorate your home or kitchen can say a lot about you and the environment of your household. Whether or not you believe in the psychology behind your color choice, there's no denying that the shades you cover your home in can set the tone or mood of your surroundings.

When a color speaks to you, it speaks to you, and will most likely become the default shade you pick when faced with a color selection. Ever wonder what that color says about you and your own unique personality? With over 200 custom colors in our Big Chill appliance line, we are confident we offer the color that speaks directly to your individuality and will reflect the happiness you seek to bring into your home.

Looking for your perfect color? Check out our Big Chill custom color swatch with over 200 custom colors and shades.

Red

Known as the most popular color choice for restaurant decorating schemes, red is said to be an appetite stimulant, firing up your tastebuds with its eye-catching presence. If red is your favorite color, it’s said that you are bold, boisterous, and full of energy. Your spontaneous nature and need for adventure makes you a passionate and ambitious individual, and you also might harbor a slight competitive streak. Are you looking for an opportunity to stand out? Do you enjoy being the center of attention? Red is the color choice to let the world know you choose to live life to the fullest.

Custom Colors: 2002 Vermillion, 3002 Carmine Red, 3003 Ruby Red, 3013 Tomato Red

Classic Refrigerator in Cherry Red with Brushed Brass trim

48″ Pro Range in Cherry Red

Orange

Orange as a favorite color is said to represent a great need for socialization and a desire for human companionship. Orange is said to represent a need for personal physical or social challenges within your life; a need for healthy respect and acceptance within a group setting. A popular color scheme for kitchens and homes of the 1960s and 70s, the color orange represented a positive change in society and an embrace of bold color schemes and accessories in fashion and décor.

Custom Colors: 2001 Red Orange, 2009 Traffic Orange, 2000 Yellow Orange

Retro 30″ Stove and 30″ Retro Bungalow Hood in Orange

Yellow

Is there any color more cheerful than yellow? Yellow as a favorite color is said to represent happiness and a love of learning. You probably love to express your individuality by creating new ideas and sharing your collected knowledge with others, and might have a deep need for logical order in your everyday life. Yellow is the color of sunshine, and will instantly invite feelings of warmth, happiness, and love into your home.

Custom Colors: 1012 Lemon Yellow, 1018 Zinc Yellow, 1037 Sun Yellow

Retro Original Refrigerator in Custom Color 1023 Traffic Yellow

Green

If green is your favorite color choice, it is said that you are typically down to earth and aware of what other people think of you, seeking acknowledgement and acceptance for the everyday things you do. A good reputation is very important to you, and you might feel a deep need to feel safe and secure, with a deep longing to love and be loved. Lovers of green are often said to be loyal, honest, and affectionate.

Custom Colors: 6013 Reed Green, 6025 Fern Green, 6029 Mint Green

Mini Refrigerator in Custom Color 6005 Moss Green

Retro Original Refrigerator in Custom Color 6021 Pale Green

Classic Refrigerator in Custom Color 7009 Green Gray with Stainless Steel trim

Blue

Blue is the most popular choice among favorite colors, said to represent a deep need for personal inner peace and truth. Lovers of blue are said to like to live their lives according to their ideals and beliefs, often choosing to live in peace and harmony. Blue is said to represent your sensitive and reliable side, with a consistent effort to think of others. Lovers of blue typically respect that stability is an extremely important aspect of your life, and you probably like to keep a clean and tidy household. Using blue in your home will instantly bring a soothing tranquility to the space, and is also known to be an appetite suppressant due to its refreshing sensory qualities.

Custom Colors: 5024 Pastel Blue, 5014 Pigeon Blue, 5023 Distant Blue, 5015 Sky Blue, 5012 Light Blue

30″ Retro Stove in Custom Color 5009 Azure Blue

Purple

Purple as a favorite color is said to represent an artistic and unique individual, who is often very intuitive and deeply interested in spirituality. Lovers of purple are said to be a good judge of character, and a visionary with a great need to participate in humanitarian issues. Active and compassionate, purple lovers are said to be constantly analyzing and observing everything that crosses their path. A little moody sometimes? Maybe, but that's only because you experience and feel everything so deeply.

Custom Colors: 4005 Blue Lilac, 4001 Red Lilac, 4009 Lavender, 4004 Claret Violet

Retro Collection in Custom Color 4005 Blue Lilac

Retro Original Refrigerator in Custom Color 4009 Lavender

Pink

Pink as a favorite color is said to represent a loving, kind, and sensitive individual, often with a strong nurturing and sensual side. Your romantic view of life is said to bring you to have idealistic standards. with a sweet, charming side that often makes you a delicate and lovable individual. Pink often can represent softness and femininity, and a deep need to be accepted and loved unconditionally.

Custom Colors: 3014 Antique Pink, 3018 Strawberry Red, 4003 Heather Violet, 4010 Telemagenta

Retro Studio Refrigerator in Pink Lemonade

Retro Original Refrigerator in Custom Color 3014 Antique Pink

30″ Retro Stove in Custom Color 3017 Rose

Turquoise

Turquoise as a favorite color is said to represent a deep need to create an emotional balance in your life, with a desire to express your hopes and dreams (whether they be idealistic or not). Turquoise is said to represent a desire to make your own way in the world and under your very own unique terms. A popular color choice in kitchens and homes of the 1950s, the addition of cool-toned turquoise will instantly brighten up any space.

Slim Refrigerator in Custom Color 6034 Pale Turquoise

30″ Retro Stove and Retropolitan Refrigerator in Custom Color 6034 Pale Turquoise
Source: At Home with Ashley

Black

Black as a favorite shade is said to represent a strong-willed and determined character, someone who is not afraid to go after what they want and usually seeking power and prestige. You can be demanding at times, perhaps, but black as a color choice is a timeless decision. Using black in your home can be a sophisticated design choice that is guaranteed to never go out of style.

White

White as a favorite shade is said to represent a peaceful individual, neat and simple in your ways. Your love for this airy and angelic shade represents a positive personality, and an optimistic outlook toward the future and life in general. People are drawn to you due to your bright nature, and it is said that you are typically very independent, self-sufficient, and detail-oriented. Using white in your home will instantly brighten and uplift any space.

30″ Pro Stove and Pro Refrigerator in Classic White

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