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Pandemic Pink

Pink the Soothing Colour of 2021 to Create Calm

By Pamela Dalseno

Pamela Dalseno - Founder of Lou Lou Living

eYs Magazine - Media Editor

Hi everyone, as time passes, we all realise that the Pandemic is still creating havoc across our world, and we all need to find the best way through. Hope you are well and as happy as possible. There have been so many ways that many of us deal with present life to find improvement. Can you relate to a Colour having an influence? Can you believe that pink has been such a favoured colour in home decorating this Pandemic 2021?

Let us have a chat about it from my personal view. Pink is traditionally a colour of youth, the good of health and perhaps the nurturing of femininity. That perhaps is said, however, most of us think pink is a gorgeous pretty colour and may not think anything more or have most likely never allowed it to influence ourselves and our life. It is foremost in my mind as the colour used for the movement to support breast cancer research. It is also said that it is representing the colour of universal love of oneself and of others. I know I will never tire of the colour, and it will be a favourite for me way beyond this Pandemic.

This all leads to pink and Covid-19 and to how we can relate to a Colour having influence. Many Aussie (Australia) homeowners have sought to soothe of pink during this Pandemic which has seen a change in domestic makeover. The Pandemic has influenced for many reasons and many homes have been given attention and changes due to lockdowns, changes in work situations and just the realisation that home is precious. Prior to the Pandemic, darker hues were very popular but in recent times the light colours and especially pink colours provoke a cosy and positive feeling to our home spaces. Who doesn’t wish to have these feelings of comfortable living in this present situation that we all face day by day? Perhaps it is time to try it yourself.

The fact that many have faced cancellation of overseas travel of their holidays has created a shift of money by many Australians to spend on home improvement instead of the lavish holidays that had been planned. This in turn created increased business for home improvement suppliers. Many of our residents have now become workspaces as well as living spaces so many have made changes to their homes as we also spent more time there and wanted, needed and reached out for more comfort with that feeling of security.

Pink in any hue has always been a favourite colour of mine with the pale and softer blush of pink an overall favoured hue as it brings a feeling of calm. Did you know that a paint colour can impact our feelings and even create change to our mood and processing life differently? White has been a most favoured colour choice of Lou Lou Living clients because it is neutral, however, there are many that do love pink and have made the change and this colour should never be underestimated.

Instead of the colour pink being thought of as femininity and beauty it can be so much more in your home as the colour of furniture and accessories. Lou Lou Living knows as clients have fallen in love with pink painted upstyled furniture. You don’t need to paint walls if you feel it may not be to your liking but be game just the same. Where can we find how pink works for us? Is it in the petals of a beautiful vase of roses, could it be in our accessories of a gorgeous throw, cushions or crockery? I personally adore throws to change and enhance a space and to have there to snuggle with if needed and with pink did you know that pink is definitely a mood regulator to your senses. In saying that balance is important as if used in excess it can be draining. Choose the pale pinks for more soothe.

In writing and sharing this with you it’s realised that this colour is not for everyone, however, if you are willing to trial it in your home decor it can embrace a totally new vibe. Are you thinking PINK now? Life and our time are precious, it is not a rehearsal so why not see what can evoke a change for your home space, after all, it’s easy to change, it’s only paint and a few accessories that can make such a difference. I leave you with this thought of ...... Why not try change!

Lou Lou Living wishes you all safety, health and happiness ahead until the next eYs Magazine Edition. Always each day at a time with a smile even when it seems insurmountable as we all step towards caring for each other and to progress our way through Covi-19.

Pam x