Dia de los Muertos is a beautiful celebration of life and death. Not meant to be morbid but rather a healthy view of the cycle of life. The colors are vibrant and there is meaning behind each color and symbol. We love Anwen’s passion for the Holiday so we chose to feature it each month in her videos.

Yellow – Represents the sun and unity, because “under the sun, we’re all the same.”

White – Using this color in decorations represents spirit, hope and purity.

Red – Represents blood and life.

Purple – Purple represents mourning, grief and suffering.

Pink – This bubbly color signifies happiness.

Marigolds – People spread petals from these round, yellow-orange flowers to guide spirits of loved ones to the celebration.

Ofrendas – Altars that are festively adorned with decorations, candles, food and photographs.

Calavera – Sugar skulls that are created to resemble the deceased.