29 Innovations Inspired by the Color Red

— February 11, 2009 — Lifestyle
As Valentine's day approaches, you can see the color red everywhere. There are red roses, red hearts, and red lingerie, just to mention a few. What is it about the color red that adds that extra punch and intrigue to everything? The color red is associated with lust, passion, love, and beauty, but it is also associated with guilt, sin and anger, it is often connected with blood or sex.

Who can forget the movie, "The Lady in Red", the song "Little Red Corvette" or the expression "Seeing Red?" Red catches people's attention, it can be used in a negative way to indicate danger and emergency (the STOP sign), or in a positive way, as in advertising to gain attention. Take a look at the (RED) campaign which helps raise funds for AIDS research by selling "red" products. Several studies have shown that the color red evokes the strongest reaction than any other color.
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Romantic Road Crossings
Romantic Road Crossings
Lovely Zebra Crossings Perfect For Valentine's Walks
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Economy-Inspired Fashion
Economy-Inspired Fashion
The $14 Red Recession Dress Was Designed for the Times
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Eco Holiday Campaigns
Eco Holiday Campaigns
The ‘Shocking True Story of Valentine's Flowers' by Giving
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Valentines Marketing Hits Food (Part IV)
Valentines Marketing Hits Food (Part IV)
Heart-Shaped Doughnuts
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Violent Heart-Break Greetings
Violent Heart-Break Greetings
'St.Valentine the Vermin' Faux Butcher Knives
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Beautiful Agression Graphics
Beautiful Agression Graphics
'Women With Open Hearts' by Tara McPherson
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Using Colors to Influence Thought
Using Colors to Influence Thought
Has Seeing Red Got You Feeling Blue?
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Anatomy Inspired Lighting
Anatomy Inspired Lighting
The Mini Heart Electric Lamp Is Bloody Intriguing
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Anatomy-Inspired Glasses
Anatomy-Inspired Glasses
The Little Heart Wine Goblets
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Sweet Screen-Printed Stationery
Sweet Screen-Printed Stationery
Eco-Friendly Valentine's Day Cards for Your Loved Ones
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Romantic Balloontography
Romantic Balloontography
Balloon Sculptures by Paul Graves Are Perfect for Valentine's
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Valentine Popup Cards
Valentine Popup Cards
The Secret Decoder Ring Unlocks the Secret Love Message
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Technicolor Parisian Fashion
Technicolor Parisian Fashion
Christian Lacroix's Rainbow-Colored Runway Looks for S/S '09
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Ballroom Chic
Ballroom Chic
Dancing With The Stars Inspired Fashion
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Breaking Marketing Molds
Breaking Marketing Molds
Risque Valentine's Day Ads
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Tattoo Hearts For Charity
Tattoo Hearts For Charity
Rihanna Models Gucci UNICEF Collection
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DIY Condom Roses
DIY Condom Roses
Straightforward Valentine's Day Gifts for Your Sweetie
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Soviet-Inspired Fashion
Soviet-Inspired Fashion
Communist-Chic Clothing
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Valentine's Day Graffiti
Valentine's Day Graffiti
This Sappy Street Art isn't for Sourpusses
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Human Anatomy Hoodies
Human Anatomy Hoodies
Fashion To Show You've Really Got Guts (And a Heart)
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Engagement Piercings
Engagement Piercings
Alternative Luxury from Johnny Brookheart
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Board-Game Inspired Shoes
Board-Game Inspired Shoes
Reebok's Monopoly Reverse Jam
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Comparative Valentine's Day Cards
Comparative Valentine's Day Cards
Personalized ‘I Love You More Than' Cards
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Fish-Inspired Fashion
Fish-Inspired Fashion
Siamese Fighting Fish Dresses at Rodarte
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