You’d never pick a new pair of shoes without taking your zodiac sign into account, right? (No? Just us?) So why on earth would you approach paint color—something that’s proven to have profound psychological effects—without the same set of cosmic considerations? In the hopes of helping you sleep and decorate like your truest self, here’s what color you should actually be painting your bedroom (according to your zodiac sign, because we couldn’t help ourself).
AQUARIUS: Pale Blue
(January 20 – February 18)
You’re a salt-of-the-earth kinda gal, water bearer. Equally connected to the sky (per your air sign nature) and the sea (per your mascot), peaceful sleep for your free-ramblin’ spirit will be best served by a serene, pale blue hue that nods to both elements.
PISCES: Aqua
(February 19 – March 20)
This one is a real no-brainer, ocean child: Blues speak to your fishie soul and make you feel instantly at peace. Look to deep blue hues with green undertones (aquas and teals, people)—as this naturally occurring color collision will both relax and spark your dreamy imagination.
ARIES: Pure White
(March 21 – April 19)
Yes, you’re a warrior, but as the first sign of the zodiac, you also represent new life and purity. A bright, paper-white paint job will provide the clean slate you innately crave—as well as a soothing place to charge those powerful batteries.
TAURUS: Forest Green
(April 20 – May 20)
As a grounded earth sign, you take reading/crossword time very seriously. And since you tend to feel most secure and comforted by a colorway that connects you to the earth, opt for a calming palette of naturally occurring greens.
GEMINI: Buttercup Yellow
(May 21 – June 20)
Light yellow tones in the buttercup spectrum will nurture your upbeat, positive outlook—and shut down your grumpy twin alter ego when she rears her testy head.
CANCER: Warm Gray
(June 21 – July 22)
For the zodiac’s queen of hibernation,serenity in the bedroom is literally key to your mental well-being. Opt for a pale gray wall color to mimic your reflective nature—and make your shell a place of ultimate comfort and respite.
LEO: Purple
(July 23 – August 22)
Let’s call a spade a spade, Leo: You like to be must be the star of the show. Our suggestion? Rock a purple paint job, which is both bold enough to capture your attention and the unofficial color of royalty—making it an apt choice for the queen of jungle.
VIRGO: Navy
(August 23 – September 22)
Ever the practical aesthete, you crave a hue that stands up to wear and tear and stands the test of time, style-wise. Your color soul mate? Navy, of course. This timelessly sophisticated color will create a polished focal point that’s jussst edgy enough.
LIBRA: Blush pink
(September 23 – October 21)
Warmth and balance are your trademark traits, Libs—so naturally you’ll feel most at home in a colorway that suggests both. Look to soft, blushy pinksas a refreshing neutral that, like you, is oh-so-charming.
SCORPIO: Black
(October 22 – November 21)
Intense, passionate and prone to withdrawal, Scorpios think of their bedrooms as a retreat from the world. Serve up some moody vibes—and yes, major cool-girl factor, with a timeless black theme.
SAGITTARIUS: Burnt orange
(November 22 – December 21)
Always the contrarian, your comfort zone is anywhere adventure lies. Translation: There will be approximately zero snoozy wall colors in this chick’s funky boudoir. Nurture your fire sign energy with a base palette of rusty oranges and reds. (Better still? Throw in some pattern.)
CAPRICORN: Cream
(December 22 – January 19)
Like your namesake goat, you’re always climbing toward the top of the mountain. Your goal in the bedroom? Rest, and plenty of it. Cool creams and sophisticated taupes will both appease your conservative nature and set your soul at ease.
