Colour is the “language of dreams” (Gaugin), “an energy that seems to stem from witchcraft” (Matisse), and “a power which directly influences the soul” (Kandinsky). And for people with synesthesia—a perceptual phenomenon that crosses sensory experiences allowing you to hear numbers or see music—colours can have smells, tastes, sounds, and textures. Inspired by these colourful connections, we’re free-associating through all the senses in our Colour Glossary. Dive deep into the Corey Moranis palette:
Bubblegum
smile-inducing; dainty; spunky; silk ribbons; pop!; strawberry milk; peony
Raspberry
jubilant; zing!; electric; tart; flushed cheeks; hibiscus; rhubarb
Sour Apple
stimulating; chlorophyll; potentially poisonous; pucker up; Medusa; luna moth; Kermit
Cappuccino
restful; equestrian; nose in a book; brown sugar cube; baskets; orange mocha Frappuccino
Chocolate
delectable; polished wood; semi-sweet; dark roast; bears; pumpernickel bagels
Neon Pink
high jinks; spinel; lollipop; highlighter; motivating; the law of attraction; high vis; neon lights
Neon Orange
fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice; flamingos; coral; a drink with an umbrella in it
Neon Green
magnetic attraction; absinthe; green light; bioluminescence; aurora borealis
Clear
balancing; a prism bouncing light; fluidity; icicles; a breath of fresh air; intuition
Red
stimulating; ruby gems; cherry candy; ignites passion
Green
grounding; Emerald City; forest bathing; growth; inspires envy; jade; green flash at sunset; four-leaf clover
Blue
soothing; clear skies ahead; serenity; powder; mother of pearl
Dark Blue
healing; the sky changing colour in the evening, deep ocean
Purple
hypnotizing; meditative; a sense of adventure; royalty; violet hour
Smoke
inspiring; mystery; adds contrast to bright colours; moonlight; city skyline