Color Inspiration: A Winter Wonderland Wedding

It may be summer, but there's nothing wrong with thinking a little ahead right? You have to after all in this industry! Today's color inspiration is all about a luscious winter wonderland. A lot of winter brides tend towards deep jewel tones (Lots of red, red, red!) but my favorite winter weddings are the ones inspired by the beautiful whites, creams and silvers you see pop up during the wintertime. If you choose pure white for your gown, put your 'maids in daring ivory and creams. Or, if you choose an ivory dress the girls can wear all sorts of shades of gray (that goes for the groomsmen too!). Ivory-hued flowers against dusty miller (Ok, any plant that can bring the color gray to a palette is alright in my book!) set in wallpaper wrapped vases. A few silver votive holders too and pretty pastries for dessert. Drape something, like the cake table or even the whole room, in airy cream colored fabrics. Present your favors in dynamic, monochromatic boxes with any and every detail you can compile. To get the true wonderland feel, layer whites creams and grays wherever you can, with whatever you can!

{1. Dresses via The Cherry Blossom Girl, 2. Dessert via The Sweetest Occasion, 3. Votive Holder via Anthropologie, 4. Boutonniere by The French Mouse, 5. Flower Girl Dress by Sweet Plume, 6. Groom Photo via Style Me Pretty, 7. Swizzle Sticks by Pink Cherry Mama, 8. Favor Box via Ritzy Bee, 9. Cabin Photo via Busy Being Fabulous, 10. Centerpieces via Martha Stewart Weddings}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Color Inspiration: Slate Blues, Mustard and Ivory

Week one at Notable Inspiration was filled with vintage, natural and romantic elements so I figured I would change things up a bit today for this week's Color Inspiration. Introducing: An affair that, to me, speaks of country club meets French Country meets a teeny touch of modern. Can you handle all that? If so, you could be in for a great, sophisticated affair with a classic country color palette- blues, in this case slate, mustard yellow and ivory.

I'm a bit head-over-heels for seersucker suits right now (Rumor has it that Club Monaco will be carrying them this spring), and this affair was PERFECT to throw them in. Blue seersucker with yellow pom flowers (officially called billy balls) and bouquets to match. Dark blue, hindering on the edge of navy, bridesmaid dresses (I adore the one pictured by Nostalgia) and a sweet, short wedding dress all with pops of mustard yellow- flats, clutches and all!

{1. Ruffled Bridesmaid Dress by Nostalgia via Etsy, 2. Flower Girl Dress via Simplesong, 3. Groom's Attire via Once Wed, 4. Bouquets shot by Stephanie Williams via Ruffled, 5. Bracelet by WristieLove via Gathering Spriggs, 6. Ring Via Wedding Bee, 7. Spectacle Necklace by Ruche, 8. Peep Toe Flats shot by Kate Headley, 9. Bride Look by Shana Faust via Simplesong}

The French Country comes out to star in the reception decor. Printed table cloths (the one from Anthropologie is ideal) topped with antique-inspired, painted yellow pails and candle holders, and what about hanging mismatched frames to showcase your place cards? This beautiful design by Sadie Olive can so easily be translated into a great place setting- printed napkins, slate blue chargers and French-inspired menu cards, all tied together and topped with a delicate sweetheart rose. Don't forget the dainty cupcakes for dessert-- check out The Nest to learn the recipe for the cupcakes pictured below! And who could resist the edition of French pastries as well? Bon Appétit!

{1. Frame Display by Christine Rudolph via Decor8, 2. Yarn Shot via Creature Comforts, 3. Yellow Pail via Apartment Therapy, 4. Tablecloth by Anthropolgie, 5. Desk Shot via Apartment Therapy, 6. Place Setting Shot by Sadie Olive via Lobster and Swan, 7. Yellow Candleholder by Anthropologie, 8. Cupcake Recipe via The Nest, 9. Invitations by Ruff House Art via Etsy, 10. Paris Shot via A View To}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly