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Color Me Sexual

© Alyssa Skye

As autumn dawns and the trees cloak themselves in coats of beautifully colored leaves, there is one particular shade of red which is so brilliant and enticing that it seems to exude sensuality. The feeling which is experienced when gazing upon this specific color defies verbal description but is powerful and sexual nonetheless.

Colors play an important part in our lives. Many experts believe that colors have wavelengths that affect us. From the way we decorate our house to the clothes we wear, color can influence our moods, appetites, and, yes, even our sexuality. Have you ever noticed that the color red is used in movies and books to indicate seduction? Red is an action color; it is vibrant, an "I want to be noticed" color.

Green is a popular symbol of desire or heightened sexuality (remember the green M&M candy myth?). During the Renaissance era and in early Celtic myths, green was also used to show fertility and fidelity in sexual relationships.

Orange is thought to raise the blood pressure and boost circulation. It is associated with sensuality, sexuality, and creativity.

White is usually linked to purity and innocence. For this reason, white is the favored color for brides to wear to indicate virginity.

Of course, while much of this is based on speculation and many people might dispute the validity of colors affecting our lives to such an extent, others will state that wearing certain colors to improve our moods or our sexual lives cannot harm us. In fact, wearing red the next time you and your partner get together might just add the extra sexual spice for which you've been searching.

For further information on colors and sexuality, visit http://www.gagirl.com/quiz/colours.html to learn how a panel of psychologists at the 1975 Home Interior Design Forum explained the association between a person's favorite color and her sexual patterns.