Meaning of Color in Society

Unique Meanings of Red in Different Cultures

Red is the color of good luck in Asia and is the most popular color in China.
Most Japanese children draw the sun as a big red circle.

In East Asian stock markets, red is used to denote a rise in stock prices. (Note: In North American stock markets, red is used to denote a drop in stock prices.)

Red is an auspicious color for marriage. Brides in India and Nepal wear red saris; in Japan, a red kimono symbolizes happiness and good luck.

Red for the Social Cause

Plates 7 Red for Social Cause

Red is perhaps one of the most visible color which is used various social causes. ‘Red’ has many role to play in the society- stands for alert, prominently visible (plate 7) as a mail-box, red as fire-extinguisher and fire-engine are some of the commonly found products, which are around our society. The color itself establishes non-verbal communication in the society.