Imprisoned by the cold clutches of money and materialism, Gatsby works diligently to be accepted within higher society. Yellow images are seen in numerous of Gatsby's possessions: The image of "scampering like a brisk yellow bug to meet all trains" (43), the corruption and superficiality of material goods is represented in the vehicle. Not only does Gatsby's hunger for money consume him, but also the same general greed lures many other of the guests that are present at his parties. The vivid, carefree brightness of the color yellow naturally attracts the attention of many. Objects associated with Gatsby's parties are for this reason illustrated in yellow.

     As seen in the attire of both Daisy and Jordan, white is used to improve their pure appearances. These portrayals are not completely stainless, for colors of destructive characteristics are frequently evident. Irony plays off of the fact that neither of the women proves to be immune to this circulation of corruption. Daisy, of course, is guilty of superficiality and desires nothing less than self-satisfaction. Jordan, on the other hand, possesses dishonest traits and is known for cheating.

     Blue possesses a showy attraction that appears promising and glamorous while distorting the actual image. Myrtle is introduced in a "spotted dress of dark blue crepe-de-chine" (29-30), but it is confirmed that she displays no exceptional qualities of beauty. Her dress, however, adds a more promising illusion to the scene. The blue illustrated in Myrtle's dress represents a romantic fulfillment desired by her lover, Tom Buchanan.