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The color of the sea wave is also called blue-green. Of course, the name of the shade comes from the impression of depth, sophistication, and the power of sea water, penetrated by the sun, in calmness or “anger.” Many artists have painted this uncontrollable, but amazingly beautiful element, not amenable to taming, but full of surprises and bounties. These paintings intertwine a hundred tones of blue and green, from the lightest to almost black, but the aqua color itself is average and does not have a very wide range. Blue, as the color of the high, intellectual, ideal, but detached, is mixed with green - the color of growth, prosperity, worldly wisdom, combined into authority, perspective, and determination. Everyone who wants to achieve something in this life loves this color. It characterizes scientists, various developers, entrepreneurs, etc. The color of the sea wave can be not only deep, high waves, but also precious stones, gems, which also support the play of shades.
Characteristics of sea green color
The combination of shades requires an understanding of what color you are dealing with. According to the science of color, all colors are divided into cold and warm. Those with a hint of blue are considered cool, and those with a hint of yellow are considered warm. Blue-green color or sea wave belongs to the group of cold ones. Since it is obtained by mixing blue and green with a predominance of the latter. Colors are also divided by degree of complexity. There are basic colors that cannot be obtained when mixed: red, yellow and blue. And from them you can create second-level colors, they combine two primary colors, for example green, orange. And then there are third-order colors, which are created by mixing several colors. These include the color of sea wave. This is a complex color scheme that varies greatly depending on which tone predominates. This is why people are so often confused about the name of this color.
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A sea green mini-dress made of knitwear may not be plain, but with a print (geometric or floral). Choose shoes in brown shades, depending on the time of year. In autumn and winter - these are ankle boots or boots, in spring and summer - shoes or sandals.
Long sleeves and a bustier bodice add beauty and elegance to the lace dress. This outfit can be used both for everyday life and for special occasions. Just complement it with matching accessories. The look looks incredibly impressive with red classic stilettos and matching jewelry.
A medium-length knitted dress in a dark shade is ideal for an everyday look. It radiates femininity and nobility. You can safely wear it to the office and for a walk.
Long to the floor
Empire style nautical dresses are incredibly beautiful. A high waist visually lengthens the figure and makes it slimmer.
Long sea green dresses are a stunningly chic evening option. They can be either with or without straps. Elegant floral decoration with rhinestones complements the outfit, and it does not need accessories. Folds and drapes add sophistication.
Names and shades
Since colors are perceived by people slightly differently, there are various synonymous names that try to convey the nuances of shades. Such duplicate names exist in all groups of colors, and sea green is no exception. Color combinations need to be drawn up, focusing specifically on the nuances. Therefore, it is so important to accurately indicate the chosen shade. For example, you tell an interior designer that you want to decorate a room using milk chocolate and faded rose flowers. But it turns out that you had different shades in mind, because you incorrectly correlated the color and its name, and the result was not the interior you expected. The following terms are also used to name the color of the sea wave: cyan, blue-green, petrol, teal, dark teal, aquamarine, turquoise and even marengo and the color of thrush eggs. All these are really shades of blue-green, in which there is more or less green and blue, and they also differ in lightness and darkness. For example, turquoise is a light tone that fades into blue, and marengo is a very dark blue-green color with a gray tint.
Three main "don'ts"
There are strict restrictions when decorating kitchens using turquoise tones, which only people with developed taste and a sense of harmony can bypass:
- You shouldn’t “set fire” to a cold interior with bright red elements. Such a bold contrast if the proportions are not respected will make the atmosphere aggressive and tiring.
- Green-blue paints should not be used on the ceiling. Most likely, instead of the feeling of a clear sky above your head, you will get frightening sea waves that are about to crash from above.
- Don't let turquoise dominate everything. It should be present on equal terms with other paints. Still, the capricious color is intended to decorate and refresh a boring space, and not to subjugate it.
Symbolism of color
Cyan in many cultures is associated with coldness, ice, and depth. Dark shades of sea green symbolize self-immersion, reflection, and focus on higher goals. This is a strict color scheme, and therefore the combination of sea green (photo attached) with any shades makes them more conservative and restrained. Even bright orange in tandem with sea wave becomes less catchy and expressive.
Accessories
Photo: gray-blue color in the interior
It is thanks to the pleasant little details in the design of the kitchen that it is easy to guess the maritime style. You can place small models of sailing ships on the shelves, and place a mirror in a metal frame above the dining area. Photos and paintings with marine scenes would be appropriate on the walls, as well as an aquarium placed in a niche. Such things as a barometer, a telescope, an anchor, a steering wheel, a fishing net on the wall and bottles with a note inside will create the right atmosphere. You can also take shells and starfish brought from your vacation and make an original and very beautiful wall panel out of them.
Impact on humans
Any color has an impact on the psyche of people. Despite the fact that there are personal preferences and tastes, there are also general patterns in the effect of a particular color on a person. Thus, the color aqua with a predominance of blue in an ensemble with other colors or in its pure form usually has a calming effect on people. But intense cyan is the color of psychological stress. If a person chooses this tone as his preferred tone, it may mean that he has problems with relaxation, that he is overstressed.
But the color itself has a very beneficial effect on people; it helps them focus on achieving their goals and get into a serious mood. It is no coincidence that, for example, offices in the English tradition are often decorated in precisely these colors. Psychologists recommend looking at this color for those people who have problems with self-control and concentration.
Harmonious combinations
In ordinary life, people rarely think about how to create ideal color ensembles. Girls think about this problem when putting together outfits. But many have difficulties and therefore try to stick to traditional color schemes. And people try to leave questions about what colors to decorate their apartments to professionals. But it won’t hurt to expand your ideas about how to put together a harmonious combination of colors. The aqua color can be complemented with both warm and cold color partners. Pairs of cyan and white, black and beige will be unmistakable. Of course, they are not very impressive and expressive, but they are beautiful, and it is difficult to mistake them. In other cases, you need to carefully select your companions based on tone, warmth and intensity.
Classic combinations
Over the many centuries of the existence of flowers, certain traditions of their arrangement have developed. Classic techniques have been developed that are considered neutral and optimal. These are a kind of ready-made template solutions that can be used in any situation. This is also true for the aqua color combination. The combination of colors for any occasion is based on basic neutral colors - white, black and gray. But for blue-green, these companions are not always advantageous. Classic combinations with it are shades of ocher, beige, and white. In such pairs, blue-green looks noble and restrained.
Contrasting combinations
To create color pairs, the color wheel, which was invented by I. Itten, is often used. This tool helps you find the opposite shade and think through color combinations. The color red is in direct opposition to the color aqua. This is the brightest combination with blue-green. But straightforward contrasting combinations are sometimes too expressive to be used when creating color solutions for a suit or interior. Therefore, adjacent shades are usually selected from the color wheel using a triangle overlay. And in relation to the color of the sea wave, pairs with yellow and orange are contrasting. Such combinations are more complex and interesting than combinations with red. The ideal contrast for blue-green is cool white. This combination looks very formal and expressive, but at the same time very elegant.
Room design
The color of the sea wave has a calming effect on the human psyche, so it is often used as a base color, as well as to create focal areas when decorating bedrooms. Sea-green bedrooms are chosen by representatives of all generations: from children to the elderly.
Attic bedroomSource i.pinimg.com
The interior is laconic and simple. Bright colors give energy. White, beige and metallic shades emphasize the depth of the main tone.
Key elements have been carefully thought out, resulting in a coherent, harmonious look. Source casaomnia.it
Cozy combination of navy blue, gray and petrol Source cdn.deringhall.com
Along with paintings and designer bed linen, the interior is decorated with bright walls.
Marine shades are widely used to decorate rooms for children of different ages.
The nautical style is set by the wallpaper and the original bookshelf in the shape of a huge steering wheelSource freepvpgame.com
Neutral shades are used as a basis. Bright accents are placed through furniture and carpetSource img.edilportale.com
The palette is restrained. The interior looks interesting and unobtrusiveSource xiaoguotu.sj456.cn
The frost pattern looks great in the design of rooms decorated in cool colors. Source topdizz.com
For those who do not like the dictates of loud or faceless neutral colors in the kitchen, the marine palette is the best option. Combinations of cyan shades with natural wood fill the rooms with coziness. Bright colors - pink, yellow, red - bring cheerful energy.
A cozy combination is provided by teal and dark wood, complemented by white and light gray accords. Source www.casanaute.com
A classic technique in interior design is the use of three colors. Source avatars.mds.yandex.net
Variations of a kitchen interior in a marine styleSource i.dobrzemieszkaj.pl
Minimum detailsSource rehouz.info
Colors play a big role in shaping style and mood. For the relaxation room, choose calm blue-green tones.
A place for reflection and emotional rechargeSource res.cloudinary.com
The interior decoration is based on a green-blue shade, fireplace tiles and complementary accessories that create a home styleSource st.hzcdn.com
Color blocking technique in oriental styleSource stroyfora.ru
Blue-green shades are considered traditional for decorating bathrooms. Against their background, chrome-plated plumbing fixtures and snow-white earthenware look elegant.
White and mirror counteract the effect of visual narrowing of space caused by dark tonesSource www.myboutiquehotel.com
In a small bathroom, the space should be as organized as possible Source topdizz.com
Bathroom in turquoise Source i.pinimg.com
Self-leveling floorsSource ae01.alicdn.com
As a rule, almost no natural light enters the hallway. Therefore, many people prefer to decorate the walls of the room in light colors. However, even the dark range of sea blue can be successfully used. So that the space is not hidden by rich colors, they are balanced with light neutral tones: white, gray, beige.
A small irregularly shaped space is visually expanded due to the light ceiling, floor and furniture.
The space is visually enlarged by a white ceiling with built-in LED lighting. Source vivbo.ru
Bright expressive accents create the mood.
In the fusion style, rich colors set the tone; white “controls” the space. Source decor-design.me
Furniture and curtains in blue-green colors are suitable for different style trends, but they look especially harmonious together with wood, sand, white and gray shades.
Soft corner in marine shades. Source mc.bk55.ru
Pillows in faded colors, a fireplace and a solid wood coffee table create coziness.
Soft colors for children's roomsSource art-interior.moscow
Sea green partitionSource coffeesummit.org
And more options for using sea green color in the video:
https://youtube.com/watch?v=H-pcL1N6z1g
Avant-garde combinations
Every season, fashion chooses its favorite color pairs, and they delight everyone. When planning your wardrobe for the coming season, it's worth taking a closer look at unexpected and trendy color combinations. Sea wave and pink or purple are solutions for the most daring and fashionable. Nuanced combinations based on a play of shades are also in fashion. For example, whitened turquoise and rich blue-green look very subtle and aristocratic. The combination of a soft shade of sea wave with camel color is also at the peak of fashion. The combination turns out to be very tender and romantic. When trying to find an unexpected and interesting combination of blue-green with other colors, you need to carefully look at their balance in intensity and tonality. The aqua color can be bright and dominant, or it can be inferior to the first party and be an excellent background for a bright partner. It is this kind of color game that is extremely relevant today.
Beige tones
Beige has many attractive tones such as:
- With brown – coffee, milk coffee, chocolate.
- With yellow – the color of sand, the color of wheat, and the like.
- With pink – beige with pink, creamy.
Also often used for apartment design are ivory, cream, pearl, caramel, and the like.
The beige range can be roughly divided into two groups:
- Classic - to natural beige (caramel, sand, milk color) - it turns out very elegant.
- Natural – can be found in surroundings (with grey, grassy, sea tones) – great for relaxation.
You can also use different contrasts: beige with rich, bright colors (purple, red, orange). This results in a very attractive style, with a touch of extravagance.
Complex combinations
It is known that there are harmonious and disharmonious color solutions. Of course, there are colors that are difficult to pair, and it is better not to do so. There are also completely undesirable color combinations. The aqua color can hardly stand being next to gray or dull brown and has a difficult relationship with black. Such color pairs must be assembled in such a way that the colors do not “kill” each other. One of them should be dominant, and the second should only be accentuated; there are no parity combinations in such unions.
Lighting selection
It is no coincidence that the color aqua is considered controversial and complex. Such shades absorb light well, for this reason it is better not to use it in rooms with windows facing north. It is worth considering in advance the lighting of the space in such a way that the color of the sea wave always stands out with light. LED lamps will cope with this task perfectly. Another original solution is lamps with a dimmer, which allows you to change the color of the backlight and its intensity.
Who will it suit?
It’s not easy to wear combinations of sea green with other colors, although it suits almost everyone, you need to carefully select your shade. Most of all, blue-green suits red-haired girls. It perfectly highlights the hair shade, making it even brighter. Ladies with a typical Russian color type - fair-haired with blue and gray eyes - should pay attention to the restrained, deep tones of blue-green, which will give their appearance the necessary expressiveness. Blondes with blue eyes look best in shades with a predominance of turquoise. Dark brunettes will benefit most from the bright blue-green and light shade of a thrush egg. The good thing about the sea green color is that in its palette a girl of any appearance can find her own shade, the main thing is to choose it carefully.
What to combine with
The aqua color goes well with other neutral colors. As a recommendation, designers advise paying attention to a number of combinations:
- Sea wave and orange. A bright combination that evokes summer associations.
This combination is most suitable for spacious rooms;
- Sea wave and coral. Another accent combination option, inspired by a marine theme. This solution is also more suitable for large spaces.
Sea wave in clothes
Blue-green color has not lost its relevance for many years, but the principles of its use are changing. Today there are three main approaches to wearing it. You can wear the so-called total look, when the entire look is built on the nuances of one color, in our case it is the color of the sea green. Combinations in clothing can be based on the principle of contrast, then ocher, orange, salmon, lemon, red or pink will be successful pairs for blue-green. The most difficult way is to select pairs using a triangle superimposed on the color wheel. In this case, very interesting combinations will be obtained with deep chocolate, plum or pomegranate and with adjacent colors: blue and green.
For an everyday look, you can also resort to combinations based on traditional black and gray colors. In such sets, blue-green can act either as accents - a handbag, blouse, scarf, or, conversely, should be chosen as the main one, and only the details can be black or gray.
Etymology
The origin of this shade is rooted in the history of blue. Light blue is light blue. And although in Slavic countries it is customary to distinguish it in seven colors of the rainbow, in the rest of the world there are exactly six shades, three main ones: red, yellow, blue and three intermediate ones, formed by merging the main ones.
Researchers have differing opinions on the origin of the color blue. Some believe that it comes from the word “dove”, because the plumage of these birds has a similar color. Others are sure that blue is “deep”, since clear water acquires a bluish tint with depth, and also the air itself, although it has no color, we see a blue sky.
Sea wave in the interior
Interior designers today strive to use natural materials and natural shades. And cyan, which embodies the water element, becomes very relevant. The combination of sea green color in the interior with natural stone, brick, even concrete looks fresh and impressive. This color works best as color accents. In such cases, this color can be used in any room. A discreet, deep shade of blue-green is usually chosen as the main color. It is suitable for offices, halls, bathrooms. In order not to overload the eyes and not tire a person, it is better to choose restrained, light shades of cyan or dark, deep ones for interior decoration. Bright blue-green is recommended to be used only as color accents.
Turquoise styles
- New wave (new wave) is a way to make the turquoise color warmer due to even cooler shades in the interior.
Lemon, pink and matte black colors can dilute the palette, but they need to be used in doses, without overloading the space and only emphasizing some design details with their help. All lines must be subject to the laws of two-dimensional graphics, so simple furniture in a minimalist style and an almost complete absence of accessories will be the right choice.
- Country style seems to be specially created for turquoise shades.
It contains everything you need to harmoniously fit this color into the interior of the kitchen. Wooden furniture and plank floors, “rustic” floral textiles and the homely warm light of lamps are ideally combined with turquoise paint.
- The idea that lies on the surface is a kitchen in a marine style.
A yellow floor covering that imitates a sandy beach or a sunny mosaic panel on the wall is perfect for its implementation. The picture will be completed with light wood furniture, bright fabrics and indoor plants. This style opens the way to bold experiments: let it be blue waves “painted” on the wall with a combined finish, stone countertops and an apron in the work area, or decorative pebbles in transparent vases.
- The Russian field is a rather rare way to play up the exquisite turquoise color.
The overall goal is the same - to bring the warmth of sunny summer into the kitchen. To achieve the desired effect, you will have to remember the requirements of minimalist design: simple, functional furniture with laconic forms and no excess decor. A lively shade of green foliage in the interior and a snow-white ceiling instead of clouds will help.
