Pink Fever

~ "Pink is not just a color its an attitude." -- Anonymous

Since I got my pink Samsung Corby 2, I had become so obssessed with pink items that I decided to google what the color really signifies...

And here's what I found from sensationalcolor.com

Brighter pinks are youthful, fun, and exciting, while vibrant pinks have the same high energy as red; they are sensual and passionate without being too aggressive. Toning down the passion of red with the purity of white results in the softer pinks that are associated with romance and the blush of a young woman's cheeks. It's not surprising that when giving or receiving flowers, pink blossoms are a favorite. Pink is the color of happiness and is sometimes seen as lighthearted. For women who are often overworked and overburdened, an attraction to pink may speak of a desire for the more carefree days of childhood.

How the color pink affects us physically

• Bright pinks, like the color red, stimulate energy and can increase the blood pressure, respiration, heartbeat, and pulse rate. They also encourage action and confidence.

• Pink has been used in prison holding cells to effectively reduce erratic behavior.

Pink around the globe

• The pink ribbon is an internationally recognized symbol of hope and awareness in the fight against breast cancer.

• In Japan, the color pink has a masculine association. The annual spring blooming of the pink-blossomed cherry trees (the Sakura) is said to represent the young Japanese warriors who fell in battle in the prime of life (the Samurai).

• Jaipur City is a foremost tourist attraction in India because of its superlative forts, grandiose palaces, vivacious temples, multicolored bazaars, pulsating streets, and its distinguished pink color to which the city owes its oft-used name "The Pink City". 

• The Chinese had not recognized the color pink until they had contact with Western culture and the Chinese word for pink translates as “foreign color.”

• Marrakesh is another city associated with the color pink. It is sometimes refered to as the "Rose City" because of its salmon-pink colored buildings and the red clay of its terrain.

Religious & mythological associations with pink

• Pink signifies happiness and joy in Catholicism.

Political associations with pink

• A pink triangle is frequently used to represent gays, lesbians, and bisexuals. The origin of the pink triangle goes back to when Nazis labeled their prisoners in concentration camps. Men who had been jailed because of supposed homosexuality had to wear the pink triangle on their clothing. In more recent times, this symbol is a sign of pride.

Interesting information about pink

• In 1947, fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli introduced the color "hot pink" to western fashion. She dubbed the shade "Shocking Pink," though today the color is more well-known as "magenta."

• First Lady, Mamie Eisenhower, who loved and wore pink so much it became known as “Mamie Pink”.

• Pink encourages friendliness while discouraging aggression and ill-will.

• Since the color pink is said to have a tranquilizing effect, sport's teams sometimes use pink to paint the locker room used by opposing teams.

• Some studies of the color pink suggest that male weightlifters seem to lose strength in pink rooms, while women weightlifters tend to become stronger around the color.

• Pastries taste better when they come out of pink boxes or served on pink plates (it only works with sweets). Pink makes us crave sugar.

Pink as a signature color

• Pink: Known for her punk rock appearance, Pink is a talented singer-songwriter.

• Carrie, Sex and the City: This fictional TV character, portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker, loves fashion and frequently dresses in pink.

• Elle Woods, Legally Blonde: Played by Reese Witherspoon, this fictional movie blonde loves everything pink.

Companies or brands identified with pink

• Victoria’s Secret

• Pepto-Bismol

• Mary Kay

• T-Mobile -- The Magenta "T" is easily recognized as the symbol for T-Mobile

• Thomas Pink -- With a wonderful reputation for the finest luxury shirts and accessories, Pink has become an international success story with stores in the UK, US, Europe, and Far East.

• Owens Corning Insulation

Popular phrases that include pink

• Tickled pink: to be happy

• In the pink: in good health -- this phrase hasn't always had this meaning.

• Pinking shears: scissors with serrated blades

• A pink elephant: term to describe hallucinations during intoxication

• Pinkie finger: the smallest finger on the human hand

• Pink slip: notice that employment is ending

• Pink collar: refers to a particular class of jobs once only filled by women

Quotes about pink

• "Pink is the navy blue of India." --Diana Vreeland

• "I fell off my pink cloud with a thud." --Elizabeth Taylor

Songs with pink in the title

• "Mr. Pink Eyes" by The Cure on the "Lovecats" single

• "Pink" by Aerosmith

• "Pink & Blue" by OutKast on "The Love Below"

• "Pink Cadillac" by Bruce Springsteen

• "Pink Cashmere" by Prince on The Hits 1

• "A Pink Dream" by The Cure on the "Mint Car" single

• "Pink Elephant" by Cherry Poppin' Daddies

• "Pink Houses" by John Cougar Mellencamp

• "Pink Maggit" by Deftones

• "Pink Panther Theme" by Henry Mancini

Pink in the garden

• The water lily (Nymphaea) has been casting its spell on humans for thousands of years, enchanting even the earliest civilizations. This mysterious beauty rises from the deep, with leaves floating serenely on the surface and exquisite blossoms suddenly appearing, as if by magic.

• Once the province of grand palaces and public gardens, the water lily is finding its way to the home garden. Better Homes and Garden teaches you how to plant and care for waterlilies.

A taste of pink

• A tropical citrus fruit, named because it grows in grapelike clusters, Grapefruit is a cross between a sweet orange and a pummelo. It came to Florida from the Bahamas in 1823. There are two main varieties: seeded and seedless. They are also split into color classifications: white (yellowish-white flesh) and pink (flesh ranges from pale yellow-pink to bright, ruby red). Pink grapefruit has a higher amount of vitamin A. The skins of all varieties are yellow, though some have a pink blush. -Recipezaar.com

• Cotton candy was invented in 1897 by William Morrison and John C. Wharton, candy makers from Nashville, Tennessee, USA. They invented a device that heated sugar in a spinning bowl that had tiny holes in it. It formed a treat that they originally called "Fairy Floss." As the bowl spun around, the caramelized sugar was forced through the tiny holes, making feathery candy that melts in the mouth. -Enchanted Learning.com

Pink and our sense of smell

• Victoria's Secret PINK® Eau de Parfum Spray. Bright. Effervescent. Sophisticated. Sexy. Modern. Confident. Playful. Dab it on. Expect the unexpected.

• Grapefruit: A tart, citrus scent. A great refreshing summer scent. Aromatherapy benefits: Balancing, refreshing, cheering. -Scent It.com

• Peony: A scent as sweet and fragrant as the flower itself. A great spring and summer scent. Aromatherapy benefits: Soothing, Romantic, calming, uplifting. -Scent It.com

• "Bubblegum" was the original scent of the pink colored Magic Scents Crayons from Binney & Smith Inc., introduced in 1994 with mostly food scents. However, there were numerous reports that children were eating the food-scented crayons, so the food scents were retired and replaced with non-food scents. The scent for the color pink became "shampoo."