I love a good “opposite” color combo when it comes to wedding parties. There is something about the bride carrying a colorful bouquet that just really pops against her white gown. It’s even more gorgeous when it is a dramatic combo such as black and white. Midnight callas are so pretty.
Image courtesy of Joseph + Jaime Photography via La Belle Bride
It’s no secret that purple is the color I chose as the “it” color for this year, so of course I love this palette. It’s one of those that looks great at any time of the year.
Image courtesy of Tinywater Photography via With This Ring Blog and The Bride’s Cafe
Go ahead, call me crazy on this one, but I have always loved colored wedding gowns (See: Colored Wedding Gowns).
When Jose Villa posted these pictures from a recent shoot he collaborated with Once Wed and other amazing vendors on, I had some serious big puffy heart love going on. While most of you (well, I’m assuming most of you) think this is pretty “dark,” I find the gown quite romantic and chic.
Images courtesy of Jose Villa via Once Wed
So, if you haven’t heard, Turquoise is the “it” color for 2010. While I love turquoise, I love other colors more. Namely, plum/eggplant. Jewel tones are gorgeous at ANY time of the year, and this purple can be rocked is something fun and flirty, or long and elegant (I’m talking bridesmaids dresses).
And, if you don’t want to take my word for it, see for yourself.
Image courtesy of Amelia Lyon Photography
Or this one, which I’m a huge fan of and plan on purchasing for something. It’s from Nordstrom, too, which means it’s an easy buy.
Image courtesy of Nordstrom
I have a lot of favorite colors. I’m the girl who cannot pick just one. I have an even bigger obsession with color combos. This is why during my own planning process I struggled with colors, from Yellow and Gray, to Red, Orange and Gray.
So, of course I love one of the new invites in Kenzie Kate’s collection:
Image courtesy of Kenzie Kate
There is something so fresh and modern about that navy blue and green together. Yet it has somewhat of an updated traditional feel to it.
Are there any color combos that just make you swoon?
With Christmas just 6 days away, I wanted to share this great green palette I found on Flights of Fancy – one of my favorite blogs to find great color inspiration.
Image courtesy of Flights of Fancy
This palette uses great shades of green with a hint of silver. Definitely a classic combo.
One of my favorite colors, by far.
The Perfect Palette features fun and inspiring color palettes to help you plan your wedding (or any event for that matter). I’ve plugged the site before in the past, so I cannot help but feature them again when I find great color combos (or just ones that I personally love).
Enter, Candy Apple Red and Snow White:
Collage of photos courtesy of The Perfect Palette
I love this combo for many reasons, but one of them is that they are GREAT winter colors without being too cliche. The mix of red and white adds good contrast. Now, you can overdo it with this combo, so be sure to be tasteful with your choice of elements. Use mostly white with just hints of reds here and there. It’s a chic way to add touches of fun and class.
Completely in love with the idea of brides “making a change” between the ceremony and reception. Either in the form of switching to a shorter dress, or in the form of an accessory.
This bride wore a great taupe-colored belt with her gown for her ceremony.
Image courtesy of W. Scott Chester Photography via The Brooklyn Bride
And, she changed into a black belt for her reception. It’s such a small detail, but it can really make a difference, or leave an impression on guests.
Image courtesy of W. Scott Chester PHotography via The Brooklyn Bride
This takes trash the dress to a whole new level.
(Yes, that is pink paint).
She rocked her session and props to her for doing this to her gown! I know not many brides would be game for this, but she was all in!
Images courtesy of nine photography
It’s always great when a bride takes a risk and it turns out beautifully.
Image courtesy of Simply Bloom Photography via Style Me Pretty
AND, the bride is selling the dress (which has chic white buttons down the back) to any takers!
