“I’ve been feeling a little blue — just a pale, elusive azure. It isn’t serious enough for anything darker.” – L. M. Montgomery.
As we flip flop through another French lockdown, I was lucky enough today to take a walk over to a lovely beach called La Garoupe. Normally full of striped happy parasols, it was quiet and the turquoise water shone in the early spring sun. Not quite enough warmth yet but a breath of what is to come and soothing all the same. I have written posts on my favourite colour – whatever you call it, aqua, blue, azure – as it evokes a love of summer, warmth and the sea. It is also interesting to know that Egyptian blue was the first artificial colour made and it is said to reduce blood pressure, balance sleep patterns and often represents clarity of expression and truth.
Feng Shui First
As other posts outline, bathrooms can often be seen with decor such as shells, seahorses and boats. Unless you want to activate the Water element, it is best to stay away from these symbols. These accessories represent water which in Feng Shui is all about emotion and whilst it is fine in the Knowledge and Self Help sector, it needs to be carefully used. Bathrooms have water activity already and are usually in other sectors and it is often recommended to ‘earth’ the water through use of tiles, stone and shades of brown. Our main bathroom is in the Communication and Family sector and the grey stone tiles, white walls and towels complement the sector elements of Metal. All drains have covers and the toilet seat is always down!
I’ve Still Got the Blues
Interior designers use blue as it is said to be one of the top favourite client colours. Different shades are used to create a clear and calm effect to brighten a room. Darker blues need careful use as they can make a room look dark and small. Best to use darker shades in accessories such as cushions and lamps. Different uses will change the room dynamic and atmosphere. There is the classic sky blue and white palet or chic grey blue and navy combination. For a 60s vibe, orange, teal blue and cream can add a fun element to a lounge. If you are not sure, the usual tip of buying a sample pot of paint and painting on cardboard, is useful to create a colour board. Buy cheap scarves or pieces of fabric to see what colours or shades complement the dominant blue to create a harmonious balance and interior harmony.
