Your Favorite Color Might Speak Volumes About Your Personality

Your favorite color doesn't say everything about you, but it might say something. From blushing pink to earthy green, your color preferences might give away some of your cutest quirks and most particular peculiarities. 

It might not be completely accurate to guess what your personality traits are based on a simple color, but the idea of color psychology has been around for years — and it sure is fun to give it a shot.

From earthy olive green to vibrant lime, people who love green don't like to sugarcoat things. You prefer the straight-up truth whenever possible. You might not be a people-pleaser, but that means your smile is always genuine.

You only smile when you mean it, but that also means your sour face isn't hard to spot. You can't conceal your emotions very easily and your loved ones probably know when you're peeved and when you're totally done with a situation.

If you're a fan of the nature-inspired shades of green, you might be a bit of a romantic and often keep to yourself. If you're into bolder greens, you have no problem being the center of attention.  

You can't help that people naturally gravitate toward you. If you love shades of blue, you probably have no shortage of friends. You're easygoing and don't mind chatting with people you don't know.

That being said, you hate change. So those people you're chatting up have a sad and small chance of becoming your next BFF. You eat the same breakfast every day, always park in the same spot at work, and prefer to stick to your usual group of pals.

If icy blues call to you, there's a chance you have a short fuse. If you prefer the depth of navy or the saturation of cobalt, you'll keep your lips sealed to keep the peace in most situations.

You're sweet, as one might expect from someone who adores all things pink. You like to help others and you're just as adorable inside as you are out.

But, you are pettiness royalty. You're kind until you're not. If you help someone (which you are so excited to do) but you don't get a thank you, that person might just make your petty list. You may be cute through and through, but you have no problem letting pettiness rear its ugly head when needed. 

For baby pink fans, the helping people thing might often cross over into clingy territory, but that's okay because your overflowing sweetness makes it impossible for people to turn you down. If you're into hot pink, you might care a lot about what people think but do your best to convince people otherwise. 

You are the star of every show, according to your love of red, at least. You command attention when you walk into a room and we love that for you. You give off main character energy in the best way because your confidence means you're never threatened by others and can be authentically yourself at all times.

That red main character image comes with some natural enemies, of course. You struggle to make true friends at times because you can never tell if someone cares about you or just cares about your infectious charisma and what it can do for them. So, you tend to pull away when anything gets too serious or emotional.

Red is the neutral of the primary colors, which means you might struggle to stand firmly on things at times. You know what you think about most things, but you also easily see the other side of things and fear being dogmatic in most situations. 

People either love yellow or they hate it. You worry people feel the same way about you. You might come across as "too much" for introverts or more serious personalities. But you're a ton of fun for the people who can keep up with you. Your friend group is small because it takes a lot of wit and energy to stay on your heels. 

You despise monotony and like to change things up often. Some people might think you're a bit of a flake or lack commitment, but you just don't like to be bored. Is that because you're afraid to be alone with your thoughts?

If you prefer soft, cool-toned yellows, you might be a bit sensitive at times. But, your sensitivity can be a superpower. If you love the warmer shades of golden yellows, you're deeply creative but might struggle to focus on one thing at a time to really become a pro in your field. 

Do you love the depth and moodiness of black? You might have a taste for the finer things in life. You don't jump on trends and you carefully invest in the things that will last. You can come across as a bit snobbish to those who don't know you, but to those who do you're extremely generous and loving.

You also have a taste for the not-so-luxurious. As in, scarfing down Taco Bell in your car when no one is looking. You'd never dream of people knowing about your favorite lipstick coming from the dollar store, but you wouldn't deny it if the truth came out. You're a real one, even when you'd rather not be.

Orange fans, you're the easiest to be friends with. You don't ask for much from people and you rarely stir the pot. You can go with the flow even when you have no idea where that flow is going. People love you because you don't expect anyone to go above and beyond for you.

Of course, that also means that you don't put much effort into things either. You tend to operate with the mindset that everyone thinks like you and it's gotten you in trouble in the past. We can't all be as calm and understanding as you, orange lover.

If you're into neon orange, you might overcompensate for your low-effort approach to life by taking on too many commitments at once. You've been known to double-book a Friday night more than once. If rusty shades of orange bring you joy, you might be on the quiet side. You prefer to be an on-looker and observe more than you contribute to the conversation. 

You love purple and you insist that everything has meaning. That red light on your way to work? Fate keeping you safe. The butterfly you saw out the window? A sign of an upcoming romance. You tend to believe that everything has a deeper meaning and that nothing is a coincidence. 

Your romanticized approach to life is quite endearing. But it also means that you don't always live in the same reality as everyone else. Some might say you have your head in the clouds. It can be your biggest obstacle in life and your best strength, it just depends on the day.

Those who gravitate to a cool purple, like lavender or blue-violet, often have a very visible inner child. Along with your romanticized outlook on life, you also look at life through young eyes. If you love rich or warm-toned purples like plum, you're an ambitious romantic. You shoot for the stars and never once imagine a scenario in which you don't reach them. 

Rumor has it that beige lovers are a bit basic and boring. But, as a beige fan yourself, you're no stranger to rumors. You're the furthest thing from boring because people are constantly talking about you. You're the life of the party and everyone knows it. You don't shy away from the chatter either because you believe all publicity is good publicity.

Your "life is one big party" motto keeps you happy and never longing to be anyone else but yourself. But, you don't tolerate having your spotlight taken. You must get the last word and you must be the center of attention, period. 

If you love the cool and calming vibes of blue-green, or teal, then you might be a bit of a perfectionist. Oh, who are you kidding, you invented perfectionism. Your organized and high-maintenance approach to nearly every aspect of life can cause anxiety for you and those you love.

That said, your preference for order and excellence often serves you well. You don't fail often and the people who know you mostly envy your dedication to quality. You may prefer things a certain way at all times, but your disdain for idleness and imperfection makes you a hard worker, a loyal friend, and an all-star event planner. 

Let's set the record straight, gray does not mean drab. Of course, being someone who loves gray, you already know that. You know that you're anything but muted and colorless. You're intense in every way. When you're having a great day, vibrancy shines through you. If you're feeling down or disappointed, intense despair is the vibe.

You feel nearly every emotion strongly and it's a constant battle between fighting your instincts and leaning into your sensitivities. The only thing you can't seem to feel is forgiveness toward yourself. You can be a grudge holder, even if that grudge is held against you. You're trying to practice better self-talk and stop being your own worst critic. 

If you relate to Monica Gellar on a deep level, you might be a fan of the color brown. It's warm and inviting just like you. You love to nurture people and you are always the host. You might love baking — which often produces foods in your favorite color. People find it easy to confide in you and you tend to be the mom of your friend group.

But, you struggle to relax. Doing something for others is a no-brainer. But practicing self-care doesn't feel quite right. People who don't know you well might assume you're uptight, but that's only because they haven't attended one of your fabulous parties yet. Give yourself a break from time to time, the rest of the world can wait.

You might love the color green and be the furthest thing from what our list suggests. Hey, you might be your favorite color's direct contrast — which makes you extremely interesting! If you don't quite fit the personality description of your beloved shade, don't let imposture syndrome talk you into abandoning your favorite hue.