To me there's something about the use of color that can become a bit overwhelming. I think it's less about color, but the amount of color and contrast that appe

To me there's something about the use of color that can become a bit overwhelming. I think it's less about color, but the amount of color and contrast that appears in a given area—perceived busyness. It's difficult to describe. I think it's less about trying to stand out and more about people picking things that they like individually, but may not work well together. It's kind of like going to get ice cream and having them put every topping on it. Gummy bears and mint chocolate chips taste good on their own and in various combinations with other things. Not so much when they are together. As a designer I'm probably more sensitive when it comes to color though.