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Is anyone else frustrated with marketing that leaves vivid fun colors allocated to children's toys and not to older adults finding things easier or just for the pure joy of having something colorful?

I was searching Amazon just now for a protective cover for my tablet and all the fun vivid protectors are childlike (princess pink and rainbow themes) and the only ones for adults are black or taupe.

What happened that the spectrum of colors are allocated not just to gender but now to age?

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May 27, 2021 (edited)
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Members enthusiastically rallied around the frustration that vibrant colors are marketed primarily to children while adults are left with... Read more

Members enthusiastically rallied around the frustration that vibrant colors are marketed primarily to children while adults are left with bland options like black and taupe, sharing how bright colors help them locate items more easily, lift their mood, and stimulate clearer thinking. Several members described their own colorful choices, from vivid phone cases and dyed sports bras to entire wardrobes of cranberries, plums, and sunset oranges, with many noting they've faced judgmental looks in professional settings or been told their dark clothing reflected depression when it was simply practical. A recurring theme was the empowering decision to reject age-based color norms and choose what brings joy, with members encouraging each other to embrace the full spectrum of life's kaleidoscope without worrying about appearing unprofessional or childlike.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I fully agree. I think a big reason for that, is colors like black, taupe, grey, (blah, blah, blah)....are "professional appearing" colors, and more acceptable in business world circles. (I had many sideways glances with my bright colored pens, notepads, folders, etc. when I worked).
I think bright colors stimulate the mind and enable clearer thinking, which (I would want, anyway) would be best in a business culture, but not so.
It has to also be said that studies have proven that Alzheimer and Dementia patients are more likely to eat more if given food on a colorful plate or in bowl.
The world's hard enough.....let's smile while we can.....if it's purty, and makes you happy......go for it

May 27, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I believe in colors having an affect on your mood just like sunshine does when it's out. So be colorful as much as possible.

June 9, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

My phone case. Lol
At least I can find it it that black hole I call a purse!

May 27, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have always worn PINK!! Bold, bright and every shade lol. I dress younger and I get compliments when I wear happy colors. I'm 64 now and if I dress like a 4 year old, I'll take the compliments. WEAR COMFORTABLE CLOTHING AND COMFORTABLE SHOES AND ANYTHING THAT MAKES YOU HAPPY.

June 1, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I let my grandchildren choose the covers. It was a thoughtful exercise as the boys consider personality.
So for one I pad I received a panda and for the 2nd a cover that matched the iPhone.
❤️❤️

June 15, 2021

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