I would be a shade of purple. It's my favorite color and I think it's mysterious yet sexy. As for my mate I think blue would be a nice choice especially in lighter shades.
I've had two near death experiences. The first when I was 6 and my appendix ruptured. The second at 19 when I was sitting in my car in a parking lot and a drive by happened. 2 bullet holes went very close to my gas tank.