Fall color forecast + BHLDN.

While this fall's color forecast isn't my favorite (I want my kelly green back!), it is always spot on. Take a look at the projected colors followed by a lovely selection of BHLDN dresses. Yum.

Color Combo: Navy + Kelly Green.

A tad preppy, but always pretty, navy blue and kelly green are a classic wedding color combination. If you dig this, be sure to check out this wedding via Style Me Pretty.



Credits (clockwise from top left):
The Knot, Thread, Maida Vale, Style Me Pretty, Emilie Friday

Orange + Gray.

I just love this orange + gray inspiration board found at Snippet & Ink. It's bright and cheerful, yet sophisticated. And, if you're lucky enough to find a venue with these wire Eames chairs? Sigh...

Color combo: Moss, Robin's Egg + Powder.

I know I blog a whole lotta blue, but it is my favorite color after all. I shared this great MS paper project last week, and it inspired the following color combination. Yum, yum!



Credits (clockwise from top left):
Unknown via Martha Stewart, Brides via Postcards & Pretties, 57 Grand, Maida Vale

Color combo: Lemon Drop, Orange + White.

I'm loving yellow and orange lately. It might be because I'm desperately longing for more than two straight days of sunshine out here in Seattle, but who knows? =) Regardless, I love the look of this crisp color combination. Don't you?

Otherwise, I'll be back after next week. My parents are coming to visit and we couldn't be more excited. See you soon...



Credits (clockwise from top):
J.Crew, The Knot, Style Me Pretty, Martha Stewart Weddings, Me & Matilda, The Knot

Places to find color inspiration.

If you are having a hard time deciding on or putting together a color palette for your big day, there are lots of places to turn for inspiration. As I mentioned earlier in the week, the Pantone website is a great place to start. There are many posts on this blog that are tagged "color combinations" to check out, as well. Otherwise, visit any or all of these beautiful blogs for hundreds of great ideas:

• 100 Layer Cake
  
• Classic Bride
• Postcards & Pretties
• Snippet & Ink
• The Inspired Bride
• The Perfect Palette

Hope you have a fab weekend! Thanks for dropping by. =)

Forecasted fall colors.

Since I shared a few of this year's spring colors on Monday, I thought I'd give you a glimpse of some forecasted fall colors for 2010 (as predicted by Pantone). You can see that a few of the same shades from spring appear here, as well, so I guess it's a good year for coral and lavender (although not necessarily together). Accompanying these swatches are several Simple Silhouettes dresses. I adore their collection and the newest additions are delightful as ever.

This year's spring color swatches.

With spring in full swing, there is color everywhere I look lately. The sky is bluer, the trees are blooming and flowers are peeking out from their wintery beds. Glancing at J.Crew's current wedding collection, I happened to notice that many of Pantone's forecasted spring colors are in the mix. I'm not usually a purple lover, but those shoes are certainly calling me. Be sure to check back on Wednesday because I'm planning on exploring color a bit more this week...

Color Combo: Berry, Blue Raspberry, Kelly + Goldenrod.

It's March! Spring is near! When Lori Marie posted a recent (and delightful) foray into crochet on her Pretty Little Things blog last week, I felt inspired to put together a color combination board in her honor. Filled with juicy colors (berry, blue raspberry, kelly green + goldenrod), this palette would be oh-so-appropriate for this time of year. Don't these colors just fill you with joy?



Credits (clockwise from top):
Unknown via We Heart It, Aubrey Trinnaman via Snippet & Ink, Aria, The Knot, Bride's, Pretty Little Things

Sour Apple + Robin's Egg.

My husband and I attended a beautiful wedding this past weekend (Congrats Ailey & Ritchie!). There were many lovely, personal details weaved into the event and, as a result, it felt really special and different. During the cocktail hour, a mariachi band softly played while guests were treated to signature cocktails inspired by the couple's travels. After dinner, a touching slideshow gave guests a glimpse into the couple's past. And, finally, a detail I really loved was the display of delicious Top Pot doughnuts the bride and groom chose in lieu of a traditional cake. Fabulous!

Anyhow, I was honored to create a version of my Wren invitation for Ailey & Ritchie. The bride chose a pretty patterned paper that I used to create sashes that held the entire suite together. Paired with a sour apple envelope, the overall look was bright and happy. A perfect reflection of such a fun and loving couple!





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Color Combo: Shades of Pink.

What could be more appropriate for a wedding around Valentine's Day? Have a great weekend!



Credits (clockwise from top):
Amy Atlas Events, Coren Moore, Maida Vale, The Knot, Project Wedding

Color Combo: Turquoise, Blue Raspberry + Butter.

I know I post a lot of color combinations that feature some shade of blue, but I can't get enough of it! When I saw The Paper Addict's fun and colorful table confetti, it sparked something. And, how could I resist an opportunity to dream about that cake a little more? Aah.



Credits (clockwise from top):
Maida Vale, J.Crew, The Paper Addict, Martha Stewart Weddings

Color Combo: Peacock blue, Moss + Gold.

Credits (clockwise from top):
Brides.com, ClutchThat, J.Crew

Pantone wedding swatches.

You know how some things seem so obvious that it's a wonder they didn't exist before? That's how I feel about Pantone's involvement in the wedding world. Well, they recently collaborated with Dessy to create a color guide of 194 swatches—all of which are available as dresses in the Dessy collection. The color guide's usefulness will go far beyond that, however. Brides will be able to dream up color palettes, use the swatches to better communicate with vendors, and so on. Follow the link above to learn more!

Very colorful bridesmaids.

Did you see Emma & Cameron's wedding on Ruffled? I love the colorful combination of dresses that the bridesmaids wore, so I put together a few palettes for you. Click each photo to visit the corresponding website.

Color Combo: Marigold, Moss + Milk Chocolate.

Why not go ahead and end the week with a color palette based on Tuesday's post? I just love that Woodland ring pillow. All credits follow at the end. Here's to a fabulous weekend. =)



Credits (clockwise from top):
evie s., Ann Taylor, Brides.com, Brides.com, Beautiful Blooms via The Knot

Color Combo: Dark Robin's Egg, Pumpkin + Butternut.

Why not go ahead and end the week with a color palette based on yesterday's post? All credits follow at the end. Have a great weekend!



Credits (clockwise from top):
Union Photography, Jim Hjelm, Merriment Design via The Knot, Oh. Hello Friend

Bright orange + lime green.

I recently put together a custom monogram, favor tags, booklet-style programs and thank you cards for Susan & Todd. They chose bright, fun colors for their September wedding: orange + lime green. Pairing these two looked great together—energetic and season appropriate. Thanks again, Susan & Todd... and congrats!

The Perfect Palette.

Have you seen The Perfect Palette? It's a great blog dedicated to color combination inspiration, so pop on over and take a gander. In today's Etsy Wednesday post, our Bloom invitation was featured. Thanks to Chrissy for including it! =)

Color Combo: Black + Goldenrod.

Thought I'd end the week the same way I started it... with a fun color combo! Anyhow, you might not see me early next week as I'm off entertaining a visitor, so here's hoping for a wonderful weekend!



Credits (clockwise from top):
Martha Stewart, Artfool, The Knot, Thread