The Le Creuset Color You Should Buy Based On Your Zodiac Sign
Buying a piece of Le Creuset cookware takes a lot of thought. First, there's deciding on a skillet, Dutch oven, or braiser. Then you need to pick out the right size for your household. And, most importantly, you need to select the perfect color.
Le Creuset doesn't make that decision easy. Every year, the brand releases a new color that we immediately want to add to our collections. There are currently 27 (!) different color options for their beloved Dutch oven. Since most of us don't have the budget to buy them all, you're likely going to commit to just one color.
If you're not sure how to decide, why not look to the stars? While our zodiac signs don't dictate every part of our lives, astrologers argue that they have a least some impact on our identities. "Astrology is a map of the soul," says Carmen Turner-Schott, author, licensed clinical social worker, and astrologer with over three decades of experience. "The personality traits play out in our lives as inclinations, tendencies, and urges."
For each sign's unique characteristics, there's a color that best complements them. We asked Turner-Schott to share insights into each sun sign and reveal which Le Creuset colors best align with your chart.
Aries- Cerise
Aries is one of the four cardinal signs, which means they often emerge as natural leaders. And as a fire sign, Turner-Schott describes Aries as having a "fiery, passionate, active personality that oozes boldness!" They tend to deliver things in a blunt and straightforward way.
Few colors capture Aries' dynamic and bold personality quite like Cerise, Le Creuset's vibrant red shade. Turner-Schott says it'is "the perfect mix of high energy, brashness, and intensity that an Aries needs in the kitchen."
Taurus- Olive
As an earth sign, Taurus is known for its connection to nature. "Taureans have a calming, grounded, and laid-back approach to life," Turner-Schott says. The way to a Taurean's heart is through earthly pleasures, like nature, art, and cooking. Turner-Schott adds, "Food is something that brings comfort and this sign is all about feeling security."
These traits point to the Olive shade as Taurus's ideal Le Creuset color. According to Turner-Schott, the earthy warmth reflects the "stability, healing, growth, and that connection to nature that Taureans crave."
Gemini- Nectar
Air-sign Gemini is "friendly, adaptable, social, and outgoing," says Turner-Schott. Geminis are born entertainers, harnessing their innate charm to connect with others. If we had to choose any sign to host a dinner party it would be Gemini.
And what better color to capture their upbeat and vibrant nature than Nectar? "Yellow symbolizes a lively, happy, and intellectual approach that resonates with the essence of their personality," she says.
Cancer- White
Water sign Cancer is the homebody of the zodiac. "Cancers are emotional, nurturing and caring individuals," Turner-Schott says. Beyond adopting a nurturing approach in their interpersonal relationships, Cancers also love to nurture their personal space. Keeping their homes clean and calming is a common Cancer tendency.
When it comes to clean and calming colors, the White Le Creuset Dutch oven is supreme. "The color white is intuitive, heightens emotional connection, and is a pure color that symbolizes the color of Cancer’s planetary ruler, which is the Moon," she adds.
Leo- Flame
If Geminis are hosting the party, then Leos are the life of the party. Leos are naturally extroverted, charming, and vivacious. Their generosity and warmth are at the forefront of their personalities. But, as a fire sign, you can expect Leos to have bold, dominating traits (and a bit of a competitive streak).
That's why the ideal Le Creuset shade for a Leo is Flame, the brand's first ever color when they first began manufacturing cookware in 1925. Turner-Schott says, "The color orange is a unique, strong, passionate color that likes to stand out from the crowd, just like Leos do."
Virgo- Artichaut
When you want things to get done, you can almost always rely on a Virgo. The earth sign's diligent, meticulous, and analytical nature means that Virgos are one of the most reliable signs in the zodiac. "Virgos care about bringing order, routine, and stability to the world," Turner-Schott says. "Helping others and taking care of people is what they do best."
Like fellow earth sign Taurus, Virgo's complementary Le Creuset color is in the green family, specifically Artichaut. Their grounded nature is a perfect match for the vibrant green hue.
Libra- Sage
Cardinal air sign Libra is represented by scales, which highlights the sign's proclivity for balance. "’It's crucial for Libras to have peace and harmony in all areas of their lives," says Turner-Schott. Libras also tend to have a creative spirit and an appreciation for beauty and the finer things in life.
Because of this, Turner-Schott taps Sage as Libra's signature color, saying that it's "the perfect color representing Libras' love of beautiful things." Le Creuset's Sage colorway also features a gold knob, which provides warm-toned balance to the cool tone of the enamel.
Scorpio- Licorice
Scorpio is one of the most misunderstood signs on the zodiac, thanks to their tendency to keep their cards close to their chest. "As a water sign, they have an ability to hide their emotions and cut people off to protect themselves," Turner-Schott says. This, paired with their passionate and strong nature, can often be perceived as intimidating.
Because of this, Turner-Schott suggests Licorice as the Le Creuset hue for a Scorpio. "It is intense, transformative and mysterious," she says. "It is difficult to understand Scorpios, and just like the color black, there is a power that resonates with them. "
Sagittarius- Azure
Sagittarius is a sign associated with adventure. "Sagittarians love travel, knowledge, and socializing," Turner-Schott says. "As a fire sign, they are energetic and enjoy spontaneity." Free-spirited Sagittarius tends to have an optimistic outlook on life and want to explore as much of it as possible.
To best reflect the adventurous spirit of Sagittarius, Turner-Schott recommends the vibrant Azure Le Creuset shade. The color symbolizes the sign's wisdom and interest in "exploring different beliefs," she says.
Capricorn- Thyme
Capricorns are the workhorse of the zodiac; Turner-Schott describes them as "super responsible, ambitious and driven to succeed." This disciplined and mature earth sign aims for success in all aspects of their lives, especially professionally.
The deep Thyme Le Creuset shade captures the serious, hardworking nature of Capricorn. "The color gray symbolizes ambition and practicality, which are at the heart of who a Capricorn truly is," she says.
Aquarius- Caribbean
To be an Aquarius is to be a nonconformist. This sign is fiercely independent and marches to the beat of its own drummer, which can manifest in eccentric quirks, a rebellious spirit, or an unconventional sense of style. As an air sign, Aquarius also places a lot of value into interpersonal relationships. "In fact, having friendship and many acquaintances is a big part of their life," Turner-Schott says.
She suggests the bright teal shade Caribbean for Aquarians. "This color stands out, just like Aquarians like to do," she says.
Pisces- Sea Salt
Pisces is a sign rooted in emotion and idealism. The water sign often has a creative spirit, and Pisceans tend to adopt an empathetic approach with other people. "Pisceans' sensitivity makes it easy for them to absorb all the stress in their environment," Turner-Schott says. "It’s important that they learn to have strong boundaries."
For the empaths of the zodiac, she chooses Sea Salt because it's "intuitive and has a mystical vibe." This sea green shade is "associated with dreams, deep emotions, and spiritual connections," she says.
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