Different color tones represent important symbolic representations in our society. We associate and prefer product colors because they represent health and status. Other combinations represent maturity or youth. Here are some examples to illustrate the representation of certain color tones.

Light color tones represent youth and beginnings. The clothing of younger girls often has a bright color palette with lighter tones. Beginner geisha are only allowed to wear kimonos with light colors. Light make up is associated with younger girls and with that innocence. A light color palette also represents something unripe and a beginner. Karate belts start with light colors and progress to darker tones.

Darker tones represent maturity and experience. Experienced geisha will wear darker colors for their kimonos which help distinguish them from the beginner geisha. Darker make up is associated with older and more mature woman and isn’t really accepted for younger girls. Darker make up also represents seriousness and many women in the workplace use this palette. Ripe fruits are known to be ready when their exterior colors have ripened. Karate belts end with darker belt colors as the pupil progresses.

So with these things in mind, you can utilize them in everyday life. For example, if you want to be taken seriously darker tones for clothing and makeup can achieve this. Your appearance doesn’t have to be completely dark and you can mix it up with some lighter colors. Darker make up can help you look older as well.

If you want to appear younger a light palette of colors for your makeup and clothes can assist you. Keep in mind that you still have to look stylish and tasteful. So keep this in mind for your next business meeting or even for your dating profile picture.