People and Color Day / My Color Day

What Is People and Color Day?

October 16th is "People and Color Day / My Color Day" in Japan. It was established by the Japan Colorist Association, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, and certified and registered by the Japan Anniversary Association in 2015. The date comes from a wordplay reading 10 as "hito" (people) and 16 as "iro" (color), making "hito-iro." It is a day to promote ways of using each person's "own color" -- their personal color.

What Is a "Personal Color"?

A person's "own color," or personal color, is the color that harmonizes with the hair, eyes, and skin they were born with and suits them best. It is valued as a color that highlights individuality and brings out a person's charm.

• Established by:Japan Colorist Association
• Certified:registered by the Japan Anniversary Association in 2015
• Date origin:wordplay reading 10-16 as "hito-iro" (people and color)
• Association activities:runs the "Personal Colorist Exam" on color knowledge and color harmony

The Right Colors Shape First Impressions

Even with the same design, a change of color can make your complexion look brighter -- or more tired. Personal colors are used not only for choosing clothes and makeup but also for business attire and making a good impression in presentations. Simply adding your color to accessories like a tie, scarf, or business card holder can change how you come across.

Tips for Marking This Day

• Look at which colors dominate your belongings and closet
• Hold different colored clothes near your face and compare which suit you
• Try a new color in an accessory like a tie or scarf
• Learn about personal color analysis

Let Color Bring Out Your Best Self

Color is important information that reaches people before words do. On October 16th, remember the "hito-iro" wordplay and take a closer look at the colors that suit you.