What's the deal with black?

Everywhere I've worked, black and dark brown were not allowed because they were considered too depressing. If I had to choose between black and white scrubs, I'd rather wear black than white any day; fortunately, the LTC where I work is very liberal in its dress code and we can wear any color or pattern we choose. We don't even have to wear scrubs; sometimes I just wear a nice top with scrub pants (gotta have those pockets!) or jeans on Fridays and paydays. I bought so many outfits in my management days that I almost got rid of my scrubs; now I'm really glad I didn't!

I will be starting a new job next week and the RN's are required to wear black or white scrubs. What is the rationale behind black scrubs? Why in the world does management think it's suitable? It's just depressing & gloomy looking to me. At least you don't have to worry about seeing your undergarments

I have some black scrubs that are actually really attractive. And black is so slimming