Some shades seem made to suspend time. Light blue is part of those - this soft blow coming from above, messenger of renewal, a visual caresse between light and silence. With the return of spring, it colours our landscapes with an infinite softness, a pastel veil on the renewal days.
At Cristallerie de Montbronn, the light blue coloured-crystal has existed for a long time and remains one of crystal amateurs' favorites. That is why we chose to shed light on it this May, before spring leaves place to the beginning of summer during the next month.
In this article, we invute you to discover light blue and its history, a soft and sunny colour with multiple significations.
Calming, fresh and pure, it inspires artists and creators since centuries. We will see how the colour, now blown in crystal, naturally finds its place in Table Art, for a lightful and refined spring touch.
History & attributes
An old colour
The name "light blue" was first used in 1915, but the colour blue has been used since ancient times. Prized by the ancient Egyptians, the colour was often used for decorations or hardware. Blue was the most expensive pigment during the Renaissance, and King Louis IX regularly dressed in it. Lighter, paler blues did not become popular until the Rococo era of the 17th and 18th centuries.
In the modern era, light blue is often associated with little boys. That being said, in the 1910s-1920s, pink was the most appropriate colour for dressing young boys, as light blue was considered "more delicate and distinguished" and therefore reserved for girls. That said, the modern gendered conception of these two colours has existed since the 1940s.
Finally, light blue is considered a good spring colour, as are other light or pastel variations.
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Psychology
How & why should I use it ?
Popular and versatile, light blue can be used for a wide range of purposes and possibilities. Its calm, relaxed appearance is easy on the eyes and means that this shade can be used in large quantities, without feeling saturated or overpowering. Blue's association with confidence and reliability makes it a common choice in corporate logos, but it also associates with the sky, the sea and the eye.
Light blue can also be an excellent alternative to darker shades of blue such as dark blue or navy, which can appear too harsh or even gloomy in large doses to some eyes. This shade is very popular in fashion and design for its relaxing and welcoming qualities, particularly in interior decoration.
Design
Dark blue
For a divine hue-on-hue.
Amber
Its complementary colour.
Lilac
For an oniric touch.
With its softness and clarity, light blue has stood the test of time without ever losing its freshness. By integrating it with crystal, this colour finds a new expression, between tradition and modernity. It adds a subtle, luminous touch to tableware, ideal for the season of renewal. Whether you're looking for a splash of colour or a discreet tribute to the beauty of spring, light blue crystal invites you to create serene, elegant ambiances full of freshness.
Label EPV
Cristallerie de Montbronn est labelisée EPV depuis 2007
