Tiresias: Blue represents calm and stability. Tiresias would b dressed in blue because he is a seer, someone who can prophesize and guide people though his revelations. his words seem to be the only words that everyone had trusted up until he revealed the truth to Oedipus, whose own hard headedness got in the way. His words provide stability because they are trusted, so people can hold onto them.
Creon: Purple is the color of royalty used time and time again in literature. Creon would be wearing purple because 1) he is the brother of the queen, and third in line for the throne, and 2) will be next king (foreshadowing his rise to power).
Jocasta: Gray is a color that symbolizes maturity and sorrow. This color is perfect for Jocasta because the revelation only brings sorrow into her life, sorrow so unbearable that she winds up taking her own life. Maturity also plays a role because she seems to keep Oedpius calm and helps him see the bigger picture, dispelling his doubts for as long as possible.
Oedipus: Black is a color that represents death, so it would only be fitting that Oedipus wore black. His life began with a prophecy that concluded he would cause death to those closest to him. He wound up killing his own father, and causing harm to those around him. The truth of his life ultimately also caused the suicide of Jocasta, who could not live with her guilt.
Shepard: Green because green is seen as the color of nature and a healing color. The shepherd would be wearing this color because the revelation he gives (where he finally has Oedipus realize the truth of his birth and life) finally “sets things straight”, and heals the disarray and confusion. He also lives out in the fields, so he works with nature.
Messenger: Orange represents balance and enthusiasm. This color is perfect for the messenger because at first he comes thinking his bringing good news: that Oedipus will be the king of Corinth. He, however, does just the opposite.
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