Candles in Interior Design
Despite the large variety of unusually beautiful and modern chandeliers, wall lamps and nightlights, everyone understands that candles bring comfort to home, warming it with flames.
Therefore, modern designers love to experiment with candles, using them as a spectacular interior accessory. To follow their example, you need to know what color of candles is desirable to use to create a particular mood in the room.
The color of candles is very important – it should blend in or, on the contrary, stand out from the walls, curtains and interior items. Picking up the color of candles, you need to consider the symbolism of every hue, as well as astrological recommendations. So to sensitive Cancer it is recommended to surround themselves with white candles, red suits to energetic Aries and Scorpio, and Geminis should use orange candles. Purple candles help Virgo to become independent, and the blue will give harmony to Aquarius, Capricorn, Sagittarius and Pisces. Yellow candles will help the Lions to win over others, and achieve success in trading.
There is an interpretation of the symbolism of colors in psychology. White candles are the most traditional and symbolize happiness, spiritual cleansing and protection. They need to be lit in the house when someone has wronged you or you offended someone.
The most romantic colors are the red and pink. If you want more passion in romantic relationships, you should choose red candles. The flame of these candles placed in the south-western part of the bedroom will melt the ice in the heart of a loved one. In addition, red candles attract prosperity and success, are charged with positive energy. On the other hand, the pink candles inspire tenderness and kindle love.
Blue candles are the best fit for the office. They soothe and help to concentrate. Designers recommend using orange and yellow candles in premises, where you want to create a warm and joyful atmosphere. These colors energize and ensure a good mood.
There are several important rules of use of candles in the interior. The candle should be lit, as even the most unusual composition with “dead” candle in the center is a sad sight. Therefore it is not customary to decorate the table with candles during the day – daylight makes fire almost imperceptible.
Evening is the time for candles. 2-3 small candles can be placed on a small table. Candles look impressive in combination with vibrant colors; the main thing is to place them below the eye of people sitting. Lights should illuminate the surrounding well, filling the room with a pleasant warm light.
For a festive atmosphere choose candlesticks of silver or gold. Together with metal cutlery and crystal they provide multiple light refractions. You can also decorate the table with decorative candles of different shapes and heights, but this design requires good taste and restraint.
Even the interior of the bathroom can be decorated with a candlestick for aromatherapy. It will decorate the interior and give a pleasant delight.
The charming atmosphere created by decorative candles, fill the house with unique charm.
