The power of wearing mood-boosting blue
Every January, the media dusts off the phrase Blue Monday and declares it the “saddest day of the year.” But your mood isn’t dictated by a marketing invention from the early 2000s designed to encourage holiday bookings. It’s shaped far more by your habits, your environment, your energy… and yes, even the colours you choose to wear.
As a personal stylist and colour analyst, I see it every day: the shades you put on your body have a direct, visceral influence on how you feel. Colour is emotional. Colour is psychological. Colour is personal. And when you understand how to use it intentionally, it becomes one of the simplest tools for shifting your mindset.
Blue is one of the most emotionally intelligent colours in the spectrum. It can soothe, energise, empower, or inspire depending on the shade you choose. Here’s how I use different blues to guide my day.
Powder Blue: Calm, Cosy, Serene
Powder blue is the emotional equivalent of a deep breath. It softens your nervous system, quiets the noise, and wraps you in a sense of gentle ease. Perfect for days when you want to feel held, grounded, or quietly optimistic. Think soft knits, relaxed tailoring, or a simple tee that makes you exhale the moment you put it on.
Navy: “I’ve Got My Sh*t Together” Energy
Navy is the power move of the blue family. It communicates competence, clarity, and authority without shouting. When you need to feel capable, composed, and in control, navy does the heavy lifting. It’s the shade I reach for on days filled with decisions, meetings, or moments where I want to project calm leadership.
Periwinkle: Imagination Meets Ease
Periwinkle sits in that magical space between blue and violet, and it carries the best of both. It’s whimsical, creative, and quietly uplifting, making it the perfect companion for brainstorming, writing, designing, or any task that needs a spark of imagination. It’s playful without being loud.
Cobalt: A Cheerful Energy Boost
Cobalt is bold, bright and unapologetic. It’s a shade that wakes you up from the inside out. If you need motivation, momentum, or a hit of joyful energy, cobalt is your colour. It’s brilliant for days when you want to feel expressive, confident, and ready to move.
Midnight Blue: Sophisticated Drama
Midnight blue is depth, mystery, and elegance all rolled into one. It’s a shade that says “I’m here, and I’m not afraid of taking up space.” Perfect for evening events, important moments, or days when you want to channel quiet power with a touch of intrigue.
Turquoise: Playful, Uplifting, Refreshing
Turquoise is the extrovert of the blue family. It is energetic, vibrant, and full of life. When you need a mood lift, a sense of fun, or a reminder not to take things too seriously, turquoise brings the spark. It’s brilliant for creative sessions, social days, or anytime you want to feel more open and expressive.
So… do you want to feel more colourful today?
Colour is one of the easiest, most immediate tools you can use to shift how you feel and how you show up.
If you want to understand your best blues (and every other colour that supports your energy, confidence and presence), I’d love to guide you with a personalised colour analysis. It’s one of the most transformative and empowering experiences you can give yourself.
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