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Scarlet Appeal

October 23,2017
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By Jemi Ekunkunbor

The colour red is an emotional and intense colour often associated with fire, danger, blood, love and passion. The colour is so versatile, it is believed that in old Rome, the most powerful men were referred to as the “ones who wear red”.

Knowing what this bright colour stand for therefore, will determine how and when you wear it so that your intent is not misunderstood or misinterpreted.   This is because an insignificant wardrobe choice can send out a lot of unintended signals

Sex Appeal

Lara Rawa

Lara Rawa

A woman in red is thought to be more sexially appealing. It is also assumed that a woman in red is more open to sexuality advances from men. The colour red simply enhances woman’s sex appeal.

More attractive

Roselyn Ashkar

Roselyn Ashkar

Every woman likes to be noticed especially if she has nailed a beautiful dress. Without getting that attention, the dress is in vain. A study by City University Of New York, shows wearing red made women more attractive especiaaly by men who already admire them. Even ordinary objects in red such as shoes, bags or even lipstick are considered attractive.

Increases Confidence

The colour red is such a powerful colour capable of stadding you from the crowd. Because it’s a power colour, it will give the wearer of red dress an unusual confidence beside suiting you well.

Excitement

Kemi Ajumobi

Kemi Ajumobi

Red is a vivid colour that spells excitement. The woman in red represents one with an exciting life. In today’s culture, they depict such provocative image.

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