Color Palettes
Color Palettes Questions - Peach or Orange?
Another reader question….I’m getting married in April 2009 and wanted to use orange and white for my wedding. However, after changing from a white dress to a different colored dress — the official name of the color is shell — I’m wondering if the bright orange is still a good choice. I was thinking perhaps a peach color might work better but I’m at a loss. Any ideas?
Here is a pic of the dress that this reader has chosen…
What do you think…does orange still work as an accent color or should she move more towards a peach hue?
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Abby’s Answer…I am going to go out on a limb here and say that I love the idea of bringing in peaches AND oranges to compliment the shell color of her gown. I do think that using just orange would be stunning, but I am also a big proponent of varying the hues within a palette to add a sense of dimension.
I will say though, that it kind of depends on the style of the wedding. If this bride is going modern, orange should be the primary hue. Clean lines using calla lilies, contemporary place settings, sleek vases and such. If she is going more romantic, I think that peach should be the hue…
Bride on Rebecca Thuss, Flowers and Centerpiece on Wiggy Flowers
Either direction is going to be gorgeous with that incredible dress!
Color Palettes Questions - Gold and…?
A question from reader, Amanda…I’m getting married at the Newton White Mansion May 9, 2009. My wedding is at 7 PM with ideally an outdoor ceremony and then we will move inside into an all glass atrium at the back of the house for the reception. I know I want to incorporate the color gold (the chivari chairs that come with the place are gold) but I’m trying to determine the rest of the look. I know I want something very classic. I like to describe the idea of my wedding as Italian meets Gone with the Wind and I want a very simple, elegant, romantic feel to it. Despite the time of the wedding, I’m not wanting it to be black-tie.
What do you guys think? Any ideas for a pretty, romantic (but not super-formal) color palette that incorporates gold?
Abby’s Answer…I found these gorgeous flowers (see below) on Modern Day Design’s site and thought that they were the perfect inspiration for this palette dilemma. I love the idea of using a mix of peaches and creams, accented with natural greens and even deeper browns. All of those hues. are a perfect compliment to gold and will only add to the elegance and richness of the venue…
Color Palettes Questions - An Accent For Navy and Sage Green
It’s been so long since we tackled color palette dilemmas…and I thought it was about time! Throughout the day, I am going to be posting questions from readers who are having some color issues with the hopes that you guys can give your feedback and advice! At the end of the day, I will update with my own tips!
Let’s get to it!
From Ashley…I have finally decided on the colors of the bridesmaid dresses, navy which is accented with a light sage green sash. Now, I really would like to include an accent color to add a little more flare to this color palette. I was thinking something along the lines of pink…but I am beginning to think that pink may be way too many colors. I am tossing around the idea of ivory or white as the third and final color for our wedding palette. Is this an appealing color palette or should I stick with the simple two color scheme of navy and sage??
Abby’s Answer…Okay, I have to agree with the comments that suggested varying the hues of the navy and sage, rather than bringing in a different color. There is just something so clean and refreshing in a navy and green palette and if you bring in different hues, the palette will seem rich and textured…
Dress by Bluefly, Flowers on Brides.com, Table Setting on Rebecca Thuss, Ribbon by Jamn Glass on Etsy, Invitations by The Lettered Olive
Wedding Invitations by Abby Jean, II
I am soooooo excited about this next invitation suite. The girls at Abby Jean partnered with one of my all time favorite Little Black Book members, calligrapher Laura Hooper, to create the most gorgeous tiffany blue and white invitation…
Invitation by Abby Jean, Cake by Lovin’ Sullivan, Dress by Jcrew, Box on Soiree Charleston, Flowers by Rosenow Floral
The suite is so unbelievably pretty to me. The combination of the calligraphy and the block font is the perfect pairing and this color palette is so charming. Laura has also designed a custom map to coordinate with the suite, which takes the whole look to another level!
Wedding Invitations by Abby Jean
Haile McCollum Parker, the new owner and head designer over at my old namesake, Abby Jean, just sent me some pictures of her newest designs. I am in love with what she is doing to the collection and feel like she brings such a beautiful perspective to the line…
Invitations by Abby Jean, Gown by Lela Rose on Brides.com, Cake Details by April Reed, Florals by Camilla Svennson Burns
This piece is all about Southern charm. That pretty monogram and grosgrain ribbon inspired detail, paired with the gorgeous color palette is sweet and yet completely sophisticated. I see this invitation being used in a traditional wedding for a more modern bride. A girl who wants to add a bit of “chic” to her beautifully traditional style. I love the deeper coral, paired with creams and a lighter terra cotta color. So warm and pretty. With that said, this design comes in lots of different color combinations!
I have another NEW Abby Jean design coming so stay tuned!
It’s time to announce the winners for our recent Color Palette Contest! And, I say winners (plural) because I have decided to feature two first place winners…one vote driven and one editor’s choice! After I reviewed all of the entries that were featured, I have chosen this board as a my pick…
Although there were so many boards that I loved, I chose this one because I felt like the designer really took the challenge to a new level. She found an image that completely inspired her and she ran with it. I love the vibrancy of the color palette, the beautifully cultural approach and the infusion of different textures and patterns. Great job!
The reader voted winner is the oh-so-blue inspired palette that you can see right here!
Congratulations to everyone that entered! I am saving those that didn’t make it up this round for our next color palette contest.
After five full days of gorgeous color palettes, it’s time to start voting for our favorites. I know, this is going to be so hard as there were so many that jumped off the page, but…I know that we can do it! You will be voting on the following criteria:
1. How well does the board reflect the actual image that inspired it?
2. How cohesive is the palette in terms of color and style?
3. Are you instantly drawn to it?
Please only vote ONCE (it’s so much easier for me to track if you only vote once), by simply writing the word “VOTE” in the comments section under the board that you like the best. All of the boards can be seen in the Contests section of our website. The winner will receive a $250 gift certificate to the online store of their choice!
Voting will end at midnight on Thursday, July 10th. I will announce the winner at the end of the day on Friday, the 11th. Good luck to everyone whose entries were featured!
PS - For those of you that sent me boards, I am going to hold on to them for our next contest! They were all great, really great and I can’t wait to show them off!
