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If you have shopped anywhere within the last few decades, then you have noticed the amount of blue clothing items, accessories and everything else. This leads to the question why multiple blue hues are such a sought out color. The information below will provide some information to answer that question.

Patriotic

Blue is included on the American flag and those of others countries. A positive way to show approval of someone or something is wear the colors that support them. Worn by itself or with red and white, blue stands for democracy – The United States.

Security

 

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The color blue represents security, which ties into the patriotic reasoning. The color blue has been a staple in all versions of the American flag that adds to feeling of being secure. Many state flags have the color blue represented in them.

Calmness

The items found in nature that have a bluish hue, aide in the popularity of this color. The sky and clear waters are relaxing elements that symbolize the tranquility of blue. Blue Jays that fly in air aide in this concept of calmness.

Gender Roles

Blue is often used to represent men or young boys. The color provides an intense identification without being flashy or overbearing. Females may wear the color to step outside of the soft feminine colors but still represent peacefulness.

Summation

The above are a few answers as to why the color blue is so popular. There are other more complex reasons but that does not help with picking out clothes. The most important motive is that the purchaser likes the color for whatever the reason.