What Are the Best Colors for Aries?

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Your guide for harnessing Aries' power colors

Co-authored by Stina Garbis and Annie Johnston

Last Updated: June 3, 2024 Fact Checked

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Aries Power Colors

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Colors to Avoid

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Decorating with Aries Colors

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Aries Color Wardrobe

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Colored Crystals and Stones

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Other Colors of the Zodiac

Much like the burning embers of a smoldering fire, Aries are fiery, energetic, and burn bright. One would never accuse Aries of being timid, and its lucky color palette is a true reflection of that. Filled with vivid brights and red-hot tones, the Aries palette is reminiscent of passion and intensity. Curious to learn more? Come on in—we’ve got you covered (if you think you can handle the heat)!

The Aries Color Palette

Aries is a fire sign ruled by Mars, so, naturally, fiery reds, flaming oranges, and warm pinks evoke the sign’s passionate nature and effervescence. Contrasting colors, such as cool blues, can dampen and extinguish Aries’ fire, so they are best avoided.

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Power Colors for Aries

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Red If there were only one color Aries could choose out of all of them, it would be red! Red is the epitome of all things Aries: passion, fire, and an energy quite like no other.^{[1]
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Research source} It also symbolizes courage, excitement, and love, so it’s no wonder an Aries thrives when surrounded by this warm hue. If you’re an Aries, reach for red any time you can.
- Red is deeply associated with power—think of “red carpet status,” the dream of driving a red sports car, or a bold red lip on a woman—so it can be seen as a power color for Aries in more than one way.
While orange may not be quite as intense as red, it is still a fiery shade that complements the aspects of this fire sign.^{[2]
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Research source} Orange is warm and enthusiastic, and will encourage any Aries to embrace their adventurous side.

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Yellow Yellow is a color associated with joy and optimism.^{[3]
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Research source} Those who fall under the Aries sign are considered to be boundless with energy, and yellow is a symbol of that triumphant nature.
- When it comes to yellow, gold can be placed in this category as well. Whenever an Aries opts for gold, successful energies are likely to follow.
Pink is another great color for tapping into Aries’ affectionate and passionate side, especially when it comes to romance.^{[4]
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Research source} It encourages self-expression, tenderness, and love—all things Aries excel exceptionally at.
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White White may seem a little more subdued than the other colors in the Aries palette, but Aries’ adventurous spirit is closely aligned with the purity, clarity, and fresh beginnings that are associated with white.^{[5]
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Research source} Much like a blank canvas awaiting a burst of color, white is the clean slate that Aries is ready to take on with new challenges.
- Because Aries are typically go go go, white can come in and bring a little more focus and guided intention to Aries’ high energy.

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Colors to Avoid as an Aries

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When you think of extinguishing a fire, which element do you imagine using to do it? You probably said water, and as you may have guessed, blue is the color most associated with water. In terms of an Aries, blue will act similarly to water putting out a fire—it will dampen and put out the flame.^{[6]
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Research source} We don’t want that! We love Aries for who they are, so keeping their flame burning is essential.
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Black While signs like Scorpio may thrive with the energies associated with black, it’s quite the opposite for Aries. When too much darkness is around Aries, they can feel weighed down, held back, and drained.^{[7]
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- Other dark colors that are similar to black, like dark brown, may evoke the same energy as black, so these should be avoided, too.
Gray might look great as a contrasting color next to reds and oranges, but when it comes to the energy of an Aries, gray should be kept as far away as possible. Like a rainy day, gray is associated with low enthusiasm and a lack of energy, which is the exact opposite of Aries.^{[8]
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Pastel shades may come and go in popularity on the runway, but that likely makes no difference to an Aries. This fire sign may find pastels to be lacking in passion, vibrance, and inspiration.^{[9]
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Decorating Your Space with Aries Colors

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Paint your walls with warm shades. If you’re an Aries, consider swinging by the warm tones next time you’re in the paint department. All of those vivacious shades of reds, oranges, golds, and pinks may be the inspiration you’ve been needing to give the energy in your home a facelift.
- If painting your walls hot pink or fire red sounds a bit intimidating, don’t worry about trying to go as bright as possible. You can find shades in these color families that are more on the subdued side such as salmon pink, muted berry shades, and light corals.
- Use furniture to control how much warmth you want the room to have. For example, if you opt for a red shade on your walls, select white furniture to offset the brightness a bit.
- Accent walls are game here, too! A pop of color on one wall is a great way to add visual interest to your space while still evoking Aries energy.
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Select gold accents for decor. When it comes to choosing silver or gold in your decor, gold is going to hold the warmth an Aries needs. Since gold and yellow are Aries power colors, these shades will add joyful inspiration to any room.
- Sneaking gold accents into your decor is easier than you think! Anything from gold picture frames, vases, and sculptures to gold accent pillows, silverware, and doorknobs are great places to start. You can even utilize spray paint.
For most of us, we’re at work or in our offices more than we’re actually home. This means that your work space is one of the most important places when it comes to creating a balanced energy. For Aries, figuring out ways to sneak warm colors into your office may be a fantastic way to set yourself up for success and keep you focused to achieve your own goals. Swap out your plant vases for red, orange, and yellow shades, utilize colored picture frames, purchase warm-toned office supplies whenever you can, and decorate the space in the hues that feel inspiring and comfortable to you.

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Dressing for Success with Aries Colors

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Integrate shades of red, orange, and yellow into your wardrobe. Whether you’re dressing down for a night in with friends, going all out for a night on the town, or getting ready for work, selecting Aries power colors can boost your confidence and have you feeling ready to take on the world. Adding a classic red blazer, tie, belt, or shoes to your ensemble may be all you need to get yourself feeling motivated.
- If you’re dressing for work and are worried about reds and oranges being too loud, add small accents of color here and there. For example, you may accent an outfit with a red pair of earrings or watch.
Since white is one of Aries’ main power colors, playing up white outfits in any setting is to your advantage. Arguably, one of the best things about white is that it essentially goes with any other color, so this is the perfect time to incorporate the other shades in your zodiac color palette.
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Consider a red lip if you’re feeling bold. Aries’ number one color is red, which helps to bring out the confident nature that resides with the fire sign.^{[10]
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Research source} When an Aries has a red lipstick in their arsenal, their energy becomes a force of nature that exudes bold confidence, passion, self-expression, and ambition.
- Choose a red lip color based on what looks best on your skin tone. While anybody can rock a red lip, certain shades and undertones better compliment specific skin tones.

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Best Colored Crystals and Stones for Aries

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Aventurine Sure, aventurine is a green crystal and green isn’t one of Aries’ power colors, but this stone is believed to bring forth good fortune, inspire leadership, and cultivate prosperity.^{[11]
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Research source} Aries already has a keen focus on all of these goals naturally, so the properties of this crystal mesh beautifully with the confident leadership of an Aries.
- Aventurine is also said to encourage inner harmony by stimulating the heart chakra, so this may help soothe the fire within an Aries when things get too intense.^{[12]
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  Research source} By bringing peace to some of that heated energy, Aries are more capable of achieving their goals with ease and focus.
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Carnelian With its warm radiance and fiery orange glow, carnelian is a stone that represents vibrancy, strength, fiery life, and passion.^{[13]
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Research source} Embodying all of its natural elements, carnelian makes an ideal match for the determined and adventurous Aries.^{[14]
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Research source} Aries is always looking for new adventures and beginnings, so the creative aspects of carnelian can be used to harness this side of Aries.
- Because Aries is such an independent sign that thrives on leadership, carnelian’s invocation of creativity can also be a gentle reminder to Aries that the perspectives and inspirations of others can end up benefiting them in the long run. ^{[15]
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The effervescent warmth of yellow citrine was considered lucky in ancient times, while its brightness was believed to chase away dark energy and aid in healing.^{[16]
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Research source} If you’re an Aries dealing with energy imbalances with others due to your sometimes fiery personality, citrine is the perfect crystal to inspire centering and light healing.

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Other Zodiac Signs and Their Power Colors

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- Taurus: Green^{[17]
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- Gemini: Yellow
- Cancer: Silver
- Leo: Orange
- Virgo: Brown
- Libra: Pink
- Scorpio: Black
- Sagittarius: Purple
- Capricorn: Gray
- Aquarius: Blue
- Pisces: Light green