If you want to combine the colors red and pink you will produce a color that is vigorous enough but not as aggressive as the color crimson. To arrive at such an understanding we need to examine the two colors that constitute the combination. The color pink, obviously the product of combining a primary red color, and the neutral color white. If you combine the pigments of these two colors, you will notice that the aggressiveness of red is diluted by the expansiveness of the color white. The by-product of this dilution is a delicate color. The red is associated with masculinity therefore, its counterpart is its feminine offspring, pink which represents femininity. Red is always a color that catches the attention of anyone who sees it. It is a primary color along with blue and yellow. The aggressiveness of this color is always toned down by lighter colors to balance the effect of this color on the visual stimuli. The color red on its own is an independent color, alone and roaring its truth. It is a primordial color that fathered many hues, shades, and tints that each on its own has varying degrees of personality. Combining these related colors creates a subtle rosy red color. The assertive red is married by the softness of pink, resulting in producing a color named Raspberry Pink.
What is Raspberry Pink?
Raspberry pink is a vivid hue of the raspberry family of colors within the rose color spectrum. When you combine the color pink which is a buoyant version of red with the color red itself it produces a lively color but not too aggressive. The name of the color obviously comes from the fruit of the same name. The fruit is cultivated mostly in the more temperate parts of the world. The fruit is delicate and sweet enough and is a favorite addition to many dessert recipes around the world, along with blackberry, blueberry, and strawberry.
Cultural Associations
According to a Greek myth, the color of raspberries where once white as snow, but when Ida, the nursemaid of the infant Zeus the king of the gods, accidentally pricked her finger in a thorn when collecting fruits, the incident forever stained the raspberry red because of Ida’s blood. An indigenous tribe in the Philippines believed that hanging raspberry canes outside the residence to ward off evil spirits. Native Americans believed that they relieve nausea during child labor of Cherokee women. Raspberries are prized because of their medicinal properties. The fruit is rich in minerals such as iron and phosphorus. The red juice of the fruit is drunk to aid with pregnancy, relieve sore throats, and aids in replenishing the blood and liver. In Christian art, it is used to symbolize blood, the red juice of this fruit helps blood to circulate in the heart. In modern pagan practice, raspberry magic is associated with fertility and patience because it is believed that it aids in childbirth and increases fertility in women. Raspberry is associated with the feminine, planet Venus and the element of water.
Color Psychology
The color raspberry pink is correlated with childbirth and fertility. Its medicinal properties to help women in Cherokee Indians in their child labor is by drinking the raspberry juice to soothe the pain of childbirth. The reddish-rose color symbolizes springtime and youth. The fruit is cultivated around the world and heralds a fresh start to any endeavor. Another association of this color is irrational decisions or not being careful. This idea came from the Greek myth of Ida who carelessly pricked her fingers and stained the snow-white raspberry fruits blood red. It reminds us to be careful in our actions and decisions so that we can protect ourselves from pain and prevent hurtful consequences and irreversible mistakes. This color also represents feminine sexuality. The reddish-rose color correlates with sensual affairs and unrestrained passions. The taste of the fruit is sweet and yet tangy, it is the perfect balance of a young sexual exploration. The color also has a magical quality to it, the vividness of red and the almost ambiguous quality of pink creates an aura of mystery to it if looked closely for a long time. In Renaissance art, the depiction of the fruit depicts compassion. Few paintings that have raspberry pink color on them have a theme of the Christian virtue of altruism and servitude to fellow humanity.
Use of the Color
This color is a lighter version of crimson that’s why it is often chosen as a color to stimulate the senses. The color itself renders a subtle aura that can be used in varying effects on different artistic media and will contribute a stimulating effect to an array of color combinations. In graphic design, the use of raspberry pink is employed in several Call of Action design elements. The use of this color in websites engages the customers to take an action thus rendering it effective in marketing usage. Because it connotes action and movement, the use of this color in website backgrounds and graphics enforces active thinking upon clients thus entices them to buy a product or subscribe to an online service. In the overall design, we can complement this color with its complementary color light cyan (#55ffff). A color scheme of this color with a light cyan accent and creates a nice contrast when partnered with a light grey base. It gives a sense of balance to the overall design. Another idea is to pair this with the colors burgundy, blue, and gold to create a Meditteranean quiet summer vibe to your designs. In interior design, use this color as an accent color to certain pieces to add a pop of color to a room with white walls and complement it with black-colored metallic furniture. This palette is gender-neutral and can be utilized in different ways. Just play with the combinations with certain neutral colors to achieve the desired look and you will come up with your personal taste. Another twist to this color is to add a deep purple to pair it with Byzantium or Tyrian purple as accents to a white wall to exude a feminine eclectic look to your interior space. In cosmetics, choose a raspberry pink lipstick color to command attention and create a bold and assertive effect to add to your overall dynamic chic look.
