Have you ever wondered what color is the most popular? Today I will be answering that question with you. I sent out a poll to find out what the most common favorite color is for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade, and here are the results…
For 6th grade, the top three were, blue with 30%, red with 22%, and pink with 19% of the votes.
For 7th grade the top three were, blue with 31%, pink with 24%, and purple with 22% of the votes
For 8th grade the top three were, blue with 28%, pink with 24%, and green and purple tied for 3rd place with 18%.
In total the top five overall colors were blue in first place with 27%, pink in second with 19.5%, purple in third place with 16%, green in fourth with 9.5%, and black and red tied with 5% in fifth place.
Color psychology is the study of hues as a determinant of human behavior. Color influences perceptions that are not obvious, such as the taste of food. Colors have qualities that can cause certain emotions in people. How color influences individuals may differ depending on age, gender, and culture. Well why do so many people like the color blue? Here’s what we know about the psychology of blue: Because blue is favored by so many people, it is often viewed as a non-threatening color that can seem conservative and traditional. Blue calls to mind feelings of calmness and relaxation. It is often described as peaceful, tranquil, secure, and orderly. Blue is perceived as trustworthy, dependable, fiscally responsible and secure. Strongly associated with the sky and sea, blue is serene and universally well-liked. Blue is an especially popular color with financial institutions, as its message of stability inspires trust.
