Have you noticed that we all tend to have one predominant color in our wardrobe? For some, it's black. It makes sense after all, since it's a classic, neutral color that's so practical to wear. And why reserve the pleasure of dressing head-to-toe in black for formal events only?
But what does the color black say about the wearer? We did a little digging to find out what the psychology of people who see life in black reveals.
There are people who swear by this color or, should we say, absence of color. We usually know at least one person in our circle who always wears black.
Clichéd images come quickly to mind: from the powerful lady boss to the very dark emo, let's just say that the looks in which black predominates are quite diverse and can't be generalized.
But could it be that all those who swear by black clothes have something in common? It would seem so.
Dressing in black, a symbol of empowerment
Black clothing is a good way to protect yourself from others. So your dark look is the perfect armor to use as a shield on those days when you want to create distance between yourself and certain people at the office or school.
Wearing black can also signal a need to be respected. After all, it's a hue that commands respect.
Sensitive and direct
It's no coincidence that "emo" fashion was mainly represented by this dark color; it seems that people who wear black are particularly sensitive.
The idea of wearing an undistracting monochrome color is also a tool to facilitate concentration and avoid getting lost in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Having an outfit that is visually uniform can therefore give a helping hand to people who find it hard to concentrate on their task.
Seeing black... with ambition!
Why do we usually wear black to a job interview? Of course, it's perfectly possible to wear bright colors, especially in more creative fields of expertise. But experts will still recommend that candidates wear sober clothes that won't be too distracting for recruiters, who can then focus on who you are.
Black is an excellent color to wear to interviews, as it both impresses and reassures. It's a very effective hue for demonstrating to future bosses our ambition to conquer the world. After all, Voldemort also liked to dress in black, and God knows, the man was not short of ambition!
Black is chic
Black also means the famous little black dress, an absolute must-have classic. Aside from the occasional black dress worn to a cocktail party, we all know someone who, thanks to his or her extensive collection of black clothes, shines with a distinguished, sober air.
People who prefer black are said to have a penchant for prestige and power. It's a way for them to be taken seriously.
But beware of clothing that contains so much animal hair that it could be turned into a wig; this risks losing you a little credibility in your quest for respect. Lint rollers are a black man's best friend.
A sensual, sexy color
You're likely to look sexy in black, since it adds an air of confidence and puts all the focus on your features rather than creating a distraction.
Maybe that's why black lingerie is so popular!
