White Is Best
There is a matter that has been hotly debated for a while now, and that is the case of the white sky lantern versus the coloured sky lantern. Personally, I most decidedly prefer the white variety, for the simple reason that they are less taxing on the eyes. They speak of peace and tranquility and purity- of the virginal bride ilk. There is also something about the white wish lantern that is closer to nature. When it is gently up into the skies therefore, it looks far more like one of our winged friends than a garish bright pink number that you often see at festivals.
Now for the case of the coloured lantern, as it is only fair to fight both corners, or at least highlight the arguments for each side (I should be a lawyer). The coloured lantern can be very beautiful. It is the coloured ones studded with gem stones, jewels and mirrors, that are favoured in china at their yearly lantern festivals. Colour signifies lavishness as opposed to simplicity, and makes a far bolder statement. This can be both a good and not so good thing. At Wish Lantern we favour the white, as they are always appealing and suit all tastes.
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