An expert in color psychology shares the 6 best shades to wear to make a good first impression on a date

Red can be a power color on dates. Claudia K / Shutterstock

• We asked a color-psychology expert to share the benefits of wearing certain colors on a first date.
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Color is everywhere and it has power.

It can impact whether or not someone buys a product and it can affect how others perceive you. So, if you're looking to make a great first impression on a date, you may want to choose your outfit carefully.

Business Insider spoke with Michelle Lewis, a color-psychology expert and the founder of The Color Cure, about her thoughts on the positive benefits of wearing certain colors on a first date.

Here's what she said.