Romantic Pink, Blush, and Gold Inspiration

 

I had a little free time at the beginning of July and created 4 (!) romantic, golden themed wedding inspiration boards. This is obviously a passion for me because I take time that I deem valuable and create these boards. It's entertaining and relaxing. 

The gold and pink theme jumps out at me this time of year. If you look back a year ago  I have the same inclination towards celebrating with pink and gold. It's romantic, trendy yet definitely classic, it all depends on the accessories and accents used to define the celebration. 

However trendy or classic you go with this theme it will be a memorable, sparkly  occasion. 

Happy Planning! 

Caroline

Sources: 

1. Dahlias   2. Sequin Table Cloth  3. Pink Clutch

4. Table Setting  5. Invitation   6. Peony Bouquet 

7. Cut-out Detail Invitations  8. Gold Shoes  9. Sequin Table Setting

10. Pink Table Decor  11. Earrings and Heels  12. Chargers & Silverware 

13. Wedding Party Style  14. Golden Apple  15. Reception Decor

16. Floral Inspiration  17. Ceremony Decor Close-up   18. Ceremony Decor

Romantic Gold & Blush Celebration

Gold & Blush Wedding Inspiration Board created for WV Weddings

See Original Post at WV Weddings Blog 

July is a month known for it's warm weather celebrations and my inspiration comes from the latest wedding trend: sequins. They are at once romantic, trendy and very celebratory. 

The gorgeous sequin gown in spot #2, would be an elegant, yet nontraditional wedding dress for the bride wishing to shine all night. 

Continue the sequins theme through to a table cloth for accent as in images #1 & #5 and in image #7, a cake baker has abstracted sequins for a delicious looking sweet treat. 

Roses, peonies, and babies breath would be the perfect simple bouquet accompaniment to a shiny dress and table setting.

Sources: 

1. Place Setting 2. Gold Dress 3. Drapery
4. Altar 5. Table 6. Table Decor
7. Cake 8. Reception Venue
9. Blush Table Setting
10. Ribbon Banner
11. Bridesmaids

Classic Navy and Peony Pink - More on the Pattern Play Theme

As seen on the bridebook Wedding Inspiration Blog 

Want to have a classic affair but not seem stuffy? This distinguished color palette is elegant with a playful twist: the incorporation of prints and patterns of polka dots, chevrons, and stripes.

Keep the theme subtle for the ceremony with a demure polka dot pattern in your wedding dress (#1), clothe your ‘maids in elegant lace (#7) with a stripped ribbon on the bouquet  (#5) and have your groom wear a fun, but gentlemanly bow tie with stripes (#4).

Kick the fun up a notch at the reception with chevron napkins (#8), flags (#6), and details on your cake that match your dress or bouquet. In this cake’s case (#11) peonies are in season and a simple navy blue ribbon surround the outside.

Send guests home with salt water taffy in your wedding colors, a fun summer-time treat!

Sources:

1. Wedding gown 2. Bridesmaid Dress 3. Colors 4. Neckwear 5. Bouquet

6. Decor 7. The Girls 8. Table Settings 9. Invitations 10. Centerpiece 11. Cake

Peonies and Pattern Play

Navy, pink, stripes, and polka dots come together with sophistication and flair.

As Seen on WV Weddings Blog 

Love stripes and polka dots but don't want an overly vintage affair? 

Make it modern by choosing a bold base color (navy, in this case) and a bright, modern color (magenta) and incorporate plenty of white into your palette. 

Don't be afraid to mix and match patterns: the invitations in this board incorporate dots and stripes in a pleasing manner. Pick a dress with a very fine dotted fabric for a fun, romantic, yet modern dress and incorporate your beautiful dress design into the cake. Need more pattern ideas? To not overwhelm the decorations, keep the prints to accessories. Think ribbons on place settings, dots on ties for your groom, and funky stripes on your own heels. 

Incorporate large blooms of peonies into your theme for an in-season, simple addition to your fun-loving affair. 

Have fun planning!

Sources

1. Polka Dot Dress 2. Navy Bridesmaid 3. Polka Dot Cake
4. Invitations 5. Pink & Navy Decor 6. Sign
7. Ties 8. Navy Striped Shoes

A little bit late, Pink Ombre Valentine's Inspiration

This inspiration board was design for a Valentine's Day Blog Post on the WV Weddings Planner's Palette Blog. Better late than never when it comes to a Pretty Pink Ombre Inspiration board.

Since this is late I am going to share what fun I had preparing this set of inspiration boards. I now do two a month, one for WV Weddings (my native state) and one for bridebook, the new wedding publication I am a founding member of at Leisure Publishing in Roanoke, Va. I am living out a dream working on an official wedding magazine and these inspiration boards are the proverbial icing on the cake.  Speaking of cake, can I please have a taste of #5 on this board, gosh, it's so perfect looking! 

Now on to the original text:

What's the perfect Valentine's Day wedding trend? A pink or red ombre color scheme. The cascading colors from red to pink to blush to ivory blend for a romantic, trendy Valentine's wedding celebration.

Your options with an ombre palette are limitless. For a very creative take, one DIY bride painted bottles in various pinks, peaches, and creams for a fun budget and environmentally friendly center piece (#6). And the ombre theme doesn't just have to start at the reception—a series of cream, pink, and dark pink ribbons can be layered (#7) for an incredible backdrop to your vows.
Of course, the fun part of an ombre palette is picking out a cake with cascading color layers and a matching candy bar for guests to take home lots of fun Valentine's inspired goodies.

Sources: 

1. Floral Centerpiece  2. Stationery Set   3. Bridal Party
4. Dessert Bar   5. Layered Cake   6. Painted Bottles
7. Ribbon Backdrop  8. Wedding Gown  9. Ombre Centerpieces

Red Ombre Valentine's Day Celebration as seen on the bridebook Blog

 

Original bridebook Blog Post 

What’s the perfect Valentine’s Day wedding trend? A red ombre color scheme. You get beautiful deep reds, pretty pinks, blushes, and lush ivories in one romantic, fun, energetic palette.

Your options with an ombre palette are limitless. You can do a subtle inclusion of the cascading color in just your bouquet (#2) and invitations (#5) or it can extend from a Gwen Stefani Style gown to your bridemaids’ dresses (#1), to your cake (#9, it’s red velvet!)

You can do also an ombre theme with almost any color and any flower, so if you aren’t celebrating a Valentine’s Day wedding or don’t have a rose and champagne budget, that’s ok! You can go with a blue ombre palette in the spring and use a large bloom like a hydrangea, which is in season and requires less blooms to fill a space.

Sources: 

1. Bridesmaids 2. Bouquet 3. Table Decor 4. White Table Decor  

5. Invitations 6. Bouquet 7. Down the Aisle 8. Wedding Cake 9. Table Settings

Lace & Burlap as Seen on the WV Weddings Blog

WV Wedding's Planner's Palette Post 

Celebrate with rustic burlap and luxurious lace. The contrasting textures make for a whimsical and chic pairing. Colors in ivory, cream, tan, brown, and pink build the perfect backdrop for a romantic evening. 

Put your maids in modern, lacy party dresses and carry fall blooms such as dahlias, ranunculus, marigolds, and hypericum berries.

Sources: 

1. Burlap Table Setting   2. Dessert Table  3. White Lace Bridesmaid Dress
4. Wedding Cake  5. Wedding Gown  6. Lace Tablecloth 7. Lace Keyhole Dress  

8. Brown Lace Bridesmaid Dress 9. Lace Invitations  10. Burlap Bouquet

Starstruck as seen on the WV Weddings Blog

Starstruck on the Planner's Palette Blog

This board was inspired by the antithesis of red, white, and blue—not that I don't want to celebrate Independence Day but sometimes July weddings are overwhelmed by such intense colors. I kept the "star" struck theme but see a more toned-down, romantic July celebration in the works.

The beauty of a wedding like this is in the details: from the patterned invitation envelope liner, to the glitter sprinkles on the cupcakes, to the metallic star paper used for proper place settings.
What else is a July wedding for if not to celebrate love, romance, fireworks, the season, and our freedom? It's a wonderful set of memories rolled into one beautiful day.

Sources:

1. Invitation Liner  2. Gold Accessories  3. Glitter 4. Cake Pops
5. Bridesmaid Dresses  6. Roses  7. Glitter Cupcakes  8. Gold Heels
9. Floral Accents  10. Glitter Slingbacks 11. Ruffled Neckline Wedding Gown
12. Pink Centerpieces 13. Golden Garden 14. Gold Bridesmaid Dress
15. Pink and Gold Wedding Cake  16. Tablescape
17. Metallic Gold Wedding Cake  18. Place Setting
19. Ribbon Accents

Sweet Romance as seen on WV Weddings Blog

Valentine's Inspiration for WV Weddings Blog 

I've always been a fan of Valentine's Day but find the bright reds and magentas overpowering. This inspiration board was inspired by the "Hey Lady" Shoes with the pink ribbon lining.

Valentine's Day can be romantic and sincere—even the nay-sayers might have an "ahhh" moment when they see this light, airy interpretation of the love holiday. Balance the girly pinks and lace with tan, taupe, and even pale blue accents.

Use vintage valentine's as cute and unique save-the-dates and even table numbers. Send guests home with conversation heart cookies expressing your gratitude for their friendship and love.

Sources:

1. Hey Lady Shoes  2. Sweetheart Wedding Dress  3. ETSY Earrings  4. Flowers 5. Wine Sleeve 6. Cakes 7. Invitations 8. Jenny Packham Dress 9. Place Setting 10. Reception Décor 11. Portrait Pose 12. Lace and Flowers 13. ETSY Headband 14. Wedding Party 15. ETSY Pink Ring 16. Maids

Official Contributing Blogger for WV Weddings- First Post

I am supremely excited for my latest blogging adventure. I am a contributing blogger for the West Virginia Wedding Magazine's "Planners Palette". The inspiration board below is my first submission of many. 

West Virginia Late Summer Wedding Inspiration 

Cream, Dusty Rose, Sage, and Wheat

The thought of a late summer wedding in West Virginia brings images of heirloom treasures, family traditions, cool mountain breezes, and a celebration filled with the closest of friends and family. 

As summer comes to an end and gives way to cooler evenings and golden hues in the fields, celebrating outdoors will provide the perfect backdrop for an casual chic wedding. 

With a palette of cream, rose, sage, and wheat, your celebration expresses an air of country charm and understated elegance. 

Off-white and flowing the empire waist gown dances in the evening breeze. A light, effortless dress speaks to a bygone era but is made unique and modern by combining a mix of rose, cream, and ivory colors and figure-flattering styles among the ‘maids.

Bouquets and floral arrangements of antique hydrangeas and ranunculus, sage table linens, and burlap accents add the finishing touches to a simple, elegant celebration of love.  

Photo Sources:

1. Dresses

2. Table Setting

3. Invitations

4. Wreath

5. Belle Fluer Jewelry Necklace 

6. Bouquet

7. Sweet Pea Gown by Ivy & Aster

8. Cake

9. Bridesmaid Gown

10. Bride

11. Menu

12. Outdoor Ceremony Decor

13. Reception Décor

Sonoma Valley Wedding from Style Me Pretty

With this early spring winter weather, we need a pick-me up. 

This wedding from the Style Me Pretty Wedding Blog is just the thing.

Ranch Inspired Lemon and Rose

A very good friend just got engaged and she wants to have a classy, country, farm affair in late summer. She mentioned hale bales, dahlias, milk bottles, mason jars, and the colors: green, pink, and yellow. This was my take on her ideas and I am sure I will have more ideas as her wishes evolve. 

Sources:

1. http://www.whisperingpinescatalog.com/blogs/whispering-pines-wedding/2488532-favorite-weddings-part-i

2. http://www.whisperingpinescatalog.com/blogs/whispering-pines-wedding/2488532-favorite-weddings-part-i

3. http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2010/05/06/real-weddings-melissa-kyle/bride-in-cowboy-boots-3/

4. http://www.whisperingpinescatalog.com/blogs/whispering-pines-wedding/2488532-favorite-weddings-part-i

5. http://blog.bridesmaid.com/mt/mt-search.cgi?blog_id=3&tag=wedding%20backdrop&limit=20

6. http://stevenbrucedesign.blogspot.com/2010/07/july-weddings.html

7. http://www.stylelist.com/gallery/inside-jenna-bushs-wedding/800051/

8. http://www.anthologieweddings.com/adrianne-smith-floral-design-at-the-leo-carillo-ranch/

9. http://www.whisperingpinescatalog.com/blogs/whispering-pines-wedding/2488532-favorite-weddings-part-i

10. http://www.bestshoppingcenter.net/weddings/search.php?q=category%3AWedding+Centerpieces%3A&page=5&sort=relevance

11. http://bakati.com/s~q-rose%20bridesmaid%20dresses.aspx12. http://www.worldofstock.com/closeups/NPF8934.php

13. http://beautyinthemakingnews.blogspot.com/2010/11/wedding-trends-for-2011.html

14. http://media.photobucket.com/image/light%20pink%20dahlia/dieg01991/Plants/hollyhockLightPink7.jpg

15. http://www.chophotographyblog.com/2010/07/hofmann-ranch-wedding-castroville-photographers/

16. http://www.katiedisimone.com/blog/2009/06/wedding-melissa-and-anthony-santa-margarita-ranch.html

Rustic Pink and Brown August Wedding

Sources:

1 http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2009/12/01/real-weddings-cynthia-dustin/

2 http://kissthebrideguide.blogspot.com/

3 http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbfzwe-iDXLhlT4PXqKaM2lsW_qsftzGERAc3gZwrwfMGwJeYkqECFHflSytVMbDDIV677_u4Gk_zWVVI3aAOu9w0Q-AXvqeMEBpjzXtfO6PVcSveihF_cKyMVYh4avtdU4G7B35OyLul5/s400/RusticPeachTart2.jpg&imgrefurl=http://sarah-cooking.blogspot.com/2008/03/rustic-peach-tart.html&usg=__qCQOZl1c6-A2cRldo0iBduLcvdQ=&h=300&w=400&sz=42&hl=en&start=0&sig2=EUB9ZmXmHdHtJ9XMK2ATZg&tbnid=4kMw3EQQ0DtHtM:&tbnh=119&tbnw=163&ei=tyhmTM_XK5OisQOS1rCQDQ&prev=/images%3Fq%3Drustic%2Bpeach%2Bwedding%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dsafari%26rls%3Den%26biw%3D1309%26bih%3D769%26tbs%3Disch:1&um=1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=780&vpy=457&dur=587&hovh=194&hovw=259&tx=136&ty=122&oei=tyhmTM_XK5OisQOS1rCQDQ&esq=1&page=1&ndsp=31&ved=1t:429,r:20,s:0

4 http://trishadean.blogspot.com/2010/06/rustic-summer-berry-brights-pink-red.html

5 http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2009/12/01/real-weddings-cynthia-dustin/

6 http://ashleybaberweddings.blogspot.com/2010/06/qunnie-eric-on-style-me-pretty-and-in.html

7 http://ashleybaberweddings.blogspot.com/2010/06/qunnie-eric-on-style-me-pretty-and-in.html

8 http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2009/12/01/real-weddings-cynthia-dustin/

9 (3 photos) http://www.polkadotbride.com/index.php/2010/05/20/pink-and-chocolate-beach-wedding-celebration/

Peach, Orange, and Green

What could be a more iconic mid-to-late summer wedding theme? 

The celebration of fresh peaches, sweet summer love, and long warm nights!

Use heritage cabbage roses, dahlias, and Ranunculus for a beautiful mid-summer bouquet in the pallet of peach, cream and orange. 

Treat guests to a peach inspired dessert table complete with peach tarts, peach cobbler and may even a layer cake with peach filling.   

For rustic outdoor table decorations that double as favors, fill small wooden crates with fresh peaches. Tell your friends and family to take them home at the end of the night!  

Sources:

1. http://www.theswishlist.com/index.php?/site/entry/category/colour_palettes/

2. http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/categories/gray/

3. http://eventology2009.blogspot.com/2009/01/fireside-chat-with-pearls-events.html

4. http://www.weddingbycolor.com/sema84/milestones/78428

5. http://www.etsy.com/listing/40592938/peach-silk-and-white-pearls-for?ref=sr_gallery_16&ga_search_query=peach+and+orange&ga_search_type=category&category=weddings&ga_page=2&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

6. http://www.theswishlist.com/index.php?/site/entry/category/colour_palettes/

7. http://www.bridalinquirer.com/blog/tag/peach-orange-color-combo/

8. http://sugarpluminvitations.blogspot.com/2009_01_01_archive.html

9. http://snippetandink.blogspot.com/2009/08/board-417-soft-summer-sunlight.html

10. http://snippetandink.blogspot.com/2009/08/board-417-soft-summer-sunlight.html

11. http://www.girlsdressshop.com/occasion/casual-dresses/peach-eyelet-dress.html

12. http://www.designspongeonline.com/2009/09/a-strawberry-summer.html

13. http://snippetandink.blogspot.com/2007/11/board-58-i-dig-you-georgia-peaches.html

14. http://www.etsy.com/listing/48409648/harvest-sunset?ref=sr_gallery_2&ga_search_query=peach+and+orange&ga_search_type=category&category=weddings&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

15. http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/categories/gray/

16. http://www.lemonmeringue.com/frames/desserts/galette.html

Rose, Chocolate, Ivory Summer Wedding

Yesterday was my birthday so I decided to develop one of my favorite color palettes that I hadn't gotten to yet: rose, chocolate, ivory. I love the perfect deep pink color of garden roses and peonies in June. So this was my "treat" board. :) 

Sources:

1 http://www.etsy.com/listing/46059364/pink-peony-pocketfold-wedding-invitation?ref=cat1_gallery_12

2 http://www.rocknrollbride.com/2009/06/garden-rose/

3 http://mrs.allieandjosh.org/tag/flowers/

4 http://www.etsy.com/listing/29974327/guestbook-album-30-page-album-with?ref=sr_gallery_8&ga_search_query=peony&ga_search_type=category&category=weddings&ga_page=6&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

5 http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/groom-and-gm-colours-for-a-pink-and-brown-wedding

6 http://www.theknot.com/wedding-dress/alfred-angelo/2034?ctx=-1:-1:-1:-1&src=par&keep=-1

7 http://www.etsy.com/listing/47915982/wedding-bridal-birdcage-blusher-veil?ref=sr_gallery_30&ga_search_query=peony&ga_search_type=category&category=weddings&ga_page=2&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

8 http://www.flickriver.com/photos/michaelaedwards/favorites/

9 http://www.jlmcouture.com/Jim-Hjelm-Occasions/Bridesmaid/Additional/Style-5907

10 http://www.zimbio.com/Bridesmaid+Fashion/articles/253/Finding+Ideal+Bridesmaid+Dress

11 http://blog.weddingwire.com/index.php/tag/ivory-weddings/

12 http://www.cakesbylynette.co.uk/www.cakesbylynette.co.uk/info.php?p=13

13 http://www.brocadenashville.com/2009/08/ashleys-bride-guide-presents-the-brides-night-out/

Summer Picnic Wedding: Rose, Summer Leaf, Khaki

Picture No. 7, of the Country Church and table, inspired this board. I love picnics, summer, lemonade, old churches, and weddings. So why not combine the best of the season for a big, fun, comfy, casual celebration? A good game of croquet is perfect for a competitive bride and groom and will get guests loosened up to dance and party way past sunset.

Sources:

1 http://www.cloverandbee.com/cbdaily/tag/handmade-wedding/page/2/

2 http://mytenthousandwedding.blogspot.com/2009_06_01_archive.html

3 http://summerpicnicwedding.blogspot.com/2009/07/i-heart-garden-party-weddings.html

4 http://www.wishspecialevents.com/blog/2009/10/unique-wedding-bouquets-paper-feather-wheat/

5 http://summerpicnicwedding.blogspot.com/2009/06/loving.html

6 http://www.hanle-productions.com/wordpress/2009/01/27/wedding-color-palettes/

7 http://www.projectwedding.com/post/list/picnic-wedding-help

8 http://beautifulpaper.typepad.com/oh_so_beautiful_paper/2008/10/menu-ideas.html

9 http://elseachelsea.typepad.com/frolic/2007/08/picnic.html

10 http://www.hanle-productions.com/wordpress/2009/01/27/wedding-color-palettes/

11 http://www.hanle-productions.com/wordpress/2009/01/27/wedding-color-palettes/

12 http://www.zorgvliet.co.za/packages-amazing-race.asp

13 http://www.cloverandbee.com/cbdaily/tag/handmade-wedding/page/2/

Flower of the Day: Cherry Blossoms

This inspiration board was inspired by my brother, who lives in Washington DC, when he emailed a picture of the cherry blossoms as he and his girlfriend were zooming away the tourists but wanted to send us a snippet of the beautiful blooms. 

The blossoms for a fairy tale romance.

Sources:

1 http://eventtagious.blogspot.com/2010/03/wedding-ideas-that-use-cherry-blossoms.html

2 http://eventtagious.blogspot.com/2010/03/wedding-ideas-that-use-cherry-blossoms.html

3 http://www.pronovias.us/fotos-vestidos-novias/tetuan2010.html

4 http://www.erichegwer.com/wedding-stuff/austin-weddings/weddings-at-the-vista-on-seward-hill-from-a-photographers-perspective

5 http://eventtagious.blogspot.com/2010/03/wedding-ideas-that-use-cherry-blossoms.html

6 http://eventtagious.blogspot.com/2010/03/wedding-ideas-that-use-cherry-blossoms.html

7 http://eventtagious.blogspot.com/2010/03/wedding-ideas-that-use-cherry-blossoms.html

8 http://www.pbase.com/jwlegler/image/15099753

9 http://img96.imageshack.us/i/pinkcherrytemplate2.jpg/

10 http://www.kellyoshiroevents.com/blog/2009/05/11/inspiration-board-22-cherry-blossom-taupe/

11 http://www.etsy.com/listing/46081846/pink-cherry-blossoms-ring-bearer-pillow?ref=sr_gallery_14&ga_search_query=cherry+blossoms&ga_search_type=&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

12 http://karamata19.seesaa.net/article/141327374.html

13 http://eventtagious.blogspot.com/2010/03/wedding-ideas-that-use-cherry-blossoms.html

14 http://www.kellyoshiroevents.com/blog/2009/05/11/inspiration-board-22-cherry-blossom-taupe/

15 http://eventtagious.blogspot.com/2010/03/wedding-ideas-that-use-cherry-blossoms.html

16 http://www.etsy.com/listing/45919911/blooming-silver-cherry-blossom-with?ref=sr_gallery_14&ga_search_query=cherry+blossoms&ga_search_type=&ga_page=2&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

Rustic Summer: Wedding from Style Me Pretty Blog

Rustic Summer Wedding