Passion Red

Studies show that red can have a physical effect, increasing the rate of respiration and raising blood pressure.



The expression seeing red indicates anger and may stem not only from the stimulus of the color but from the natural flush (redness) of the cheeks, a physical reaction to anger, increased blood pressure, or physical exertion.credit



In China, red (红 pinyin: Hōng) is the symbol of fire and the south. It carries a largely positive connotation, being associated with courage, loyalty, honor, success, fortune, fertility, happiness, passion, and summer.



Red is the color of happiness and prosperity in China and may be used to attract good luck.




In Japan, red is a traditional color for a heroic figure. The color is also associated with sexuality in marriage relationships through its connection to heat and fertility.It is also the color of wealth, beauty, and the goddess Lakshmi.



In Central Africa, Ndembu warriors rub themselves with red during celebrations. Since their culture sees the color as a symbol of life and health, sick people are also painted with it. In other parts of Africa, however, red is a color of mourning, representing death