There's no single color universally signifying virginity. The association of color with virginity is largely culturally specific and dependent on context. However, some examples exist:
Blue and the Virgin Mary
In religious art, particularly depictions of the Virgin Mary, blue is frequently used. This is deeply rooted in Catholic symbolism. The blue of Mary's cloak is often interpreted as representing her purity, symbolizing the heavens, and even associating her with Byzantine royalty, as blue was a color associated with their imperial status. [Source: Deeply rooted in Catholic symbolism, the blue of her cloak has been interpreted to represent the Virgin's purity, symbolize the skies, and label her as an empress, for blue was associated with Byzantine royalty.20-Feb-2015]
This association, however, doesn't translate into a broader societal understanding of blue representing virginity. In most secular contexts, blue carries no such connotation.
White and Weddings
In some cultures, white wedding dresses have been associated with virginity and purity. This tradition is waning, and the significance is primarily historical rather than currently widespread. [Source: Does white really mean virgin anymore?!? | Weddings, Community ... https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-forums/does-white-really-mean-virgin-anymore/15610da93ef1d168.html]
"Virgin" in Other Contexts
The term "virgin" can also refer to things untouched or new. In the context of hair care, "virgin hair" means hair that hasn't been chemically treated. [Source: New growth = virgin hair? : r/HaircareScience https://www.reddit.com/r/HaircareScience/comments/hes96c/new_growth_virgin_hair/] Similarly, in comics, a "virgin cover" refers to an edition without additional printing or markings on the cover. [Source: What is the difference between a color and virgin cover? - Newbie ... https://boards.cgccomics.com/topic/427330-what-is-the-difference-between-a-color-and-virgin-cover/] In these instances, color plays no role in the definition of "virgin."
In summary, associating a specific color with virginity is inaccurate and misleading. While cultural traditions might link certain colors to concepts like purity, these associations are not universal and have evolved significantly over time.
