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Inspiration Board: Rainbow Reception

Lea — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 17:47:32 +0000

If you’re having trouble narrowing your color scheme, why not use the entire rainbow as your palette. Below are just a few ideas for a vibrant reception:

From L to R: Metropolitan Monogram Wedding Invitation; Stacked Need Centerpiece; Glass Lanterns from CBK Home; Colored Liquor Image from Fine Art America; Rainbow Lollipops; Crayon Favors from Kate Parker Weddings; Snow Cones from Daisy I Do

Inspiration Board: A Jewel-Toned New Year

Tara — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:05:12 +0000

With winter and the holidays upon us, nothing appeals to me more than jewel tones. I have been obsessing over various clothing items, promptly added to my Christmas list, and I’ve noticed one constant theme–deep, vibrant color. Now, it’s your turn to get inspired with my inspiration board. Happy Holidays!

From Left to Right, Top to Bottom: Glass Candle Holders, photo courtesy of Fruition Designs, Bridesmaids with Orange Flowers courtesy of JoNa Photography, An Evening at the Moroccan Casbah in San Francisco by Brier & Dunn, Modern Fireworks New Years Card by Tiny Prints, Drew Barrymore in green ballroom from About.com, Colorful Wedding Cake from Truly Wedding Blog.

Inspiration Board: Canary Yellow & Gray

Contributors — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 21:01:03 +0000

If you’re looking for fun and yet elegance, think bright yellow and subdued gray. It’s a winning combination that though started in spring will take you all the way into fall. Here are some ways to add this color theme throughout your wedding!

Yelllow and gray look fabulous together especially on our Two Birds Wedding Invitations in Mustard. It’s a beautiful way to introduce guests to your color theme. Martha Stewart’s Carnival Stand and Sweet Little Daisies Cake are all about bright colors and sweets.

Petal Chandelier earrings, swirl ring and Autumn necklace from Banana Republic.

Beautiful in yellow and gray, photos from Brides.

Inspiration Board: Mint Chocolate Dream

Contributors — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:09:40 +0000

I was inspired by this week’s inspiration board when I saw a shoe with these same colors. Mint green and chocolate makes a refreshing combo that can be dressed up or down depending on how casual or formal you want to make your event. May this help inspire your own wedding theme!

Green and brown wedding cake and boutonniere from the Knot; Flora taffeta knot dress from Ann Taylor; 4 stone autumn ring by Fossil; Martha Stewart wedding favors; Brides.com captivating centerpieces; Wedding Paper Divas Edged Monogram Wedding Invitations; Franco organic assorted mint chocolate from Macy’s.

Creative Color Palettes

Katie — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 19:21:51 +0000

Right now Style Me Pretty has some gorgeous color palettes up as a part of the site’s Color Palette Contest. From romantic coral and sage combinations to deep emeralds, delicate knits and striking stripes, these color collections are sure to inspire you to come up with some amazing combos. Start by finding something that you find visually stunning. It can be anything from a lamp to a fabric swatch, your grandmother’s old Chanel suit or your favorite Impressionist painting. Then use the item to isolate the different colors and tones that really make it come alive for you. Build out these motifs and, soon enough, you will have an inspiring color palette all your own!

If you like the coral and sage combination Style Me Pretty featured today, you might just love these charming designs from Wedding Paper Divas to match!