Crochet Granny Squares

I never liked granny squares in the 60's & 70's but since the crochet explosion began in 2004 I've decided it wasn't the actual granny square stitch I didn't like, but the hideous bright color combinations that were not appealing to my eyes. I never liked warm colors such as bright orange & yellow, w/ the exception of brown & teal. I'm more partial to cool colors like purples, greens, taupe, pinks, plum, wine, navy blue & deep red. Pastels are just not my thing either.