The allure of soft pastels
Soft pastels are soothing, calming and associated with positive emotions.They introduce joy, subtle sense of playfulness and youthful energy.
Pastel colours have relatively low colour saturation, pointing to simple and harmonious ways of living. Light colours attract peace and avoid strong, dramatic sentiments. We feel united with nature while surrounded by pastels colours.
Colours can alter mood and behaviour and for this reason it is wise to incorporate this invisible influence into our surroundings.
Pastel Pink brings to mind innocence, romanticism and femininity. Soft pink prompts nostalgia for spring and summer and new beginnings. Symbol of rebirth marked by freshness and light-heartedness. It is gentle, elegant and graceful, soothing and inspiring.
Pastel Blue embodies innocence and purity, creating an atmosphere of focus and concentration. It symbolizes trust and honesty and like clear skies or still water evokes peace, tranquility, and emotional calm. Artists and designers use pastel blue to create feelings of space, simplicity and transparency.
Pastel Green invites balance, harmony and healing into our lives. It is soft and relaxing, bringing emotional balance and natural energy.
Pastel Yellow is cheerful, playful, childlike without the excess of its brighter version. It uplifts mood, brings happiness and increases creativity in a soft, gentle way. Friendly, welcoming, and emotionally sunny recalls sensations of early morning sunshine and warm springtime.
Pastel colours bring a calming and peaceful atmosphere to our lives and eliminate unnecessary noise and intensity. Gentle colours complement each other easily and seamlessly. Such unity and harmony resonates with more relaxed and tranquil life.
This is not to say that they are boring or pale, the key element is the right amount of saturation, where the colour is still vibrant and bright just without evoking strong reactions and emotions.
Light pastel colours are elegant, graceful and dignified. They are naturally beautiful and do not require additional noise and attention to showcase it.