In traditional Chinese art and culture, black, blue, blue-green, gold and white are viewed as standard colors. These colors correspond with many different things. Black was water and it meant conserving. It was also a symbol for winter. Blue symbolizes immortality and is also a color for somber occasions. Blue-green, corresponding with wood, represents nature and renewal and often indicates spring. The color implies vigor and vitality. White, corresponding with metal, represents gold and symbolizes brightness, purity, and fulfillment. Yellow, corresponding with earth, is considered the most beautiful color. The Chinese saying, Yellow generates Yin and Yang, implies that yellow is the center of everything. These colors combined together in these Asian Style Gold Encrusted Enamel Elemental Union Stackable Bangle Bracelets mean unity and togetherness. They also look amazing with any outfit! « Less