Scarves & Shades: The Surprising Benefits of Color Therapy
Color can do more than just look pretty.
Remember in science class how there was a portion of the wavelengths that was visible color? I don’t remember because I was too busy doodling horses in my notebook…
We won’t ask you to understand that in any further detail, but this helps remind us that color is a wavelength, emitting a frequency.
Enter the world of color therapy, where this concept has been applied to understanding each hue’s secret superpower to boost your mood, mind, and maybe even your body. I know this may sound a little “woo woo” but, bear with me - it’s fun either way.
The Backstory
The use of color for wellness dates all the way back to ancient civilizations, in Egypt, Greece, and India.
The ancient Egyptians believed that colors held magical properties and could invoke the favor of gods, offer protection, and promote health.
In ancient Greece, color was used in medicine. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, believed that colors could influence a person’s temperament and physical health. For example, red was thought to stimulate the body and warm the blood, while blue was used to calm and soothe. Doctors would use colored ointments and garments to restore balance and promote healing.
In India, color was (and still is!) associated with the seven chakras, believed to bring body, mind, and spirit into balance.
Today, we can still tap into this ancient wisdom by understanding how colors influence our own being, whether it’s through our clothing, wild rags, the spaces we inhabit, or the practices we make ritual in our day-to-day lives.
How Does Color Therapy Work?The idea behind color therapy is that each color has a different vibration or energy frequency, which can be used to improve your well being, depending on your needs. For example, certain colors can be energizing, while others might be calming.
Some techniques used in color therapy might include:
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Colored Lights: One of the most direct methods in color therapy involves exposure to colored lights. A specialist might shine colored lights onto specific areas of the body or create an environment bathed in a particular color to influence your energy levels.
- Visualization: In this method, you might be guided to visualize specific colors while meditating or during a therapeutic session. This is believed to help align your internal energy with the color’s frequency. Do a quick search on YouTube or an app like Insight Timer if you’re up for an experiment.
- Surround Yourself With Color: Our favorite method, because of its DIY nature, you can surround yourself with colors that boost your mood. This might include wearing certain colors, accessorizing with a Fringe scarf or twilly, decorating your home with specific shades, painting your nails a certain color, changing your phone wallpaper, or adding colorful plants to your space.
Now that you know the power of color, it’s time to decide which one you need on any given day. Our silk scarf and wild rag suggestions are an easy way to add color to your life.
Red:
This is your go-to for a power boost. Red is known for its energy, passion, and vitality. Red is often associated with warmth, excitement, and action. It can increase circulation and stimulate the body and mind. In cowboy culture, red is associated with courage and boldness.
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Orange:
Orange you glad this color exists? It enhances creativity, enthusiasm, and even your social life! Orange is often linked to feelings of joy, fun, and ambition. Think of the warm feeling you get inside when you’re on an evening ride under a sunset sky.
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Yellow:
Need some sunshine or want to feel like a star? Yellow is associated with happiness, intellect, and energy. Yellow is known to stimulate mental activity, increase cheerfulness, and uplift.
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Green:
Ahh, the color of nature, and rides through the green pasture. If you’re feeling out of sync, a little green can bring you back to center. Green is known for balance, harmony, and growth.
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Blue:
There’s a reason for blue denim in western apparel. When you’re feeling frazzled or overwhelmed, turn to blue. Blue is your calming hue, perfect for peace and clarity. It is thought to decrease blood pressure and even promote restful sleep. Just don’t fall asleep on the job!
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Purple:
Purple is more rare in western fashion, so when it is used, it stands out! Purple is traditionally associated with royalty, so it can be good for getting the big picture view and connecting with your authentic self. Purple was also the favorite color of famous South Dakota bronc rider - Casey Tibbs!
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Pink:
You guessed it, the color of love. Pink is known for romance, compassion, and nurturing. Use it to enhance love with your animals, your family, friends, sweetheart, and even yourself.
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Black:
Sophisticated and grounding, black’s your color for elegance and feeling powerful. Yellowstone’s Rip is usually caught wearing black, and he’s not rattled by very much. Coincidence or color?
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Bring More Color Into Your Life Today!
In the western wear circles, our Fringe scarves are known for their pops of color, but now you know these colors can do a whole lot more than simply spice up your wardrobe.
Don’t forget, we also have shower curtains, which is a great way to decorate your space with mood-boosting color.
In all things, follow your gut. Our guide above does not trump what feels right to you. And don’t be afraid to start small with color therapy, one silk scarf at a time.
