If you haven’t read Part 1 yet, you might want to start there – it sets the tone for how this month with gray began. In the second half, things shifted. On the outside, not much was happening… but on the inside, so much was moving. It felt like gray stepped even further into the […]
Wearing Gray for a Month: My personal insights and reflections – Part 1
I didn’t expect much from gray. I assumed it would be a quiet month, possibly the most passive or even melancholic one of all. But as always, this project continues to surprise me. What I thought would be a month of dull stillness turned out to be one of the most subtly colorful and deeply […]
Fun Facts about the Color Gray
2. The word „gray“ comes from the Old English word „grǣg.“ It has been used to describe the color since at least the 700s. 3. There are two common spellings of gray: „gray“ is used in American English, while „grey“ is preferred in British English. Both spellings are correct and widely recognized. 4. Gray is […]
What if Gray were a Person – Meet Gris Aeterna
Welcome back to the What If Color Were a Person? series! I already covered Black, Red, Violet and Blue personalities in my older blog posts. This month, we’re talking about Gray, or as I call her, Gris Aeterna. She’s old, very, very old. No one knows her exact age, but she seems like she’s been […]
Hello Gray – My March Color
March has arrived, and with it, a new color to explore in my ’12 Colors in 12 Months‘ adventure. This month, I’m immersing myself in gray. Gray is often misunderstood. Some see it as dull, lifeless, even depressing. But is it really? Or is it a color of wisdom, sophistication, and balance? Just as with […]
Color Alchemy: How to Style Violet and Gray in Fashion and Interiors
Color Alchemy: Mixing Violet and Gray Violet and gray come together to create a refined, sophisticated pairing that balances creativity with calm. While violet brings depth, imagination, and richness, gray adds neutrality, elegance, and a modern touch. The blend of these two colors creates a harmonious atmosphere that is both dynamic and tranquil. In this […]