Coral

Jaime + Mike are currently experimenting with alternative colour palettes (I just love this part of the planning process) and have recently expressed an interest in coral. I love coral for spring/summer weddings. It's such a fun and playful palette!

I wanted to share some images to help Jaime and Mike envision their wedding party in this palette.

Isn't the coral absolutely stunning with grey?

Photos by Jamie Delaine

Photo by Kellie Kano Photography via Ruffled

These dresses are gorgeous; I enjoy the use of varying shades of coral, as well.

Photos by Tec Petaja via Once Wed

Another option would be to have the bridal party in grey dresses with bright bouquets in shades of coral.

Photo by Evoke Studio via here + here.

This bridal party has also incorporated yellow into their bouquets adding a playful pop of colour (something to also consider, perhaps)?

An Inspiration Board for Jaime, black white + plum

{Photo Credits, clockwise from top left: Macaroon Favour, Bridal Bouquet via here, Hugo suit, Tablescape, Feather Boutonniere via here, Wine Bottle Table Numbers via here, Bridal Party via here, cake, Chalkboard Seating Arrangement, Chandelier, Louboutins}. Click to enlarge.


I am quite pleased to - finally - post Jaime and Mike's inspiration board (apologies for the delay, Jaim). The couple is dreaming of a classic and polished Spring wedding; I think this pretty palette of black, white, and deep plum works beautifully.

Jaime very much likes the idea of a black and white palette with pops of plum (versus than having a "purple wedding"). To accentuate their bold palette, I created this inspiration board out of classic and romantic details complementing the style and season of their wedding.

Jaime: I hope this gives you an idea of where this colour palette can take you. I'm eager to hear what you think of this interpretation. xo.

Flowers for Jaime, part one

While putting together an inspiration board full of plum lovelies I noticed the wide array of purple bouquet & centerpiece options. So many unique options stood out to me that I wanted to showcase them individually. Jaime is at the fun stage of hammering out a colour palette (she's leaning towards this dark shade of purple) and beginning to imagine her florals (which is one of my favourite parts).


: : Bouquets : :

Succulents: I just love that succulents are becoming so popular in wedding design and I'm particularly fond of them in bouquets. I understand this style isn't for everyone, but I wanted to share this option with Jaime as it's quite stunning and jives perfectly with her colours. {Photo found via Ritzy Bee blog; check out the blog for more succulent options}


Monochromatic Combination: the combinations of plum dahlias, eggplant mini calas, lavender ranunculas and purple tulips (for the bride's bouquet) & of plum dahlias, eggplant mini calas, and purple tulips with chocolate brown cymbidium instead of the lavender ranunculas (for the bridal party) are stunning. This style would allow you freedom with dress colours and seasonal variations of flowers. {Photos by Marianne Lozano and found at JL Designs, my new favourite hub for floral inspiration}.



The combination of calla lilies and tulips is perfect for Spring and classically beautiful. There are so many shades to choose from, again, providing a bit of freedom for the exact shade of the bridesmaids' dresses (the same bouquet in a different shades for each bridal party member would be quite stunning). {Photo via Martha Stewart Weddings}



: : Centerpieces : :

Orchids: Jaime has indicated she is interested in this option and we've talked about hurricane vases with anchored orchids and tea lights to create a simple yet elegant centrepiece. The plum table runner used here adds the needed punch of colour to juxtapose the centerpiece. {Photo via the knot}


I really enjoy this version of green submerged orchids set against the dark linens. This shade of green is so fresh and so complimentary when paired with deep plum. {Photo via Clover & Bee}


Monochromatic Combination: I adore this combination of cabbage roses, peonies (my favourite) and begonia foliage, especially arranged in the square vase. Square vases and candles look best when displayed on a square table; however, when styled appropriately, they can also be pulled of quite nicely on round tables as well. {Photo via the knot}


Another option for monochromatic (or like shaded) flowers is to bunch them individually in smaller arrangements, similar to what this option has accomplished. I love the rustic look. {Photos by Corbin Gurkin via Duet Weddings, flowers by Modern Day Design}


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Jaime: I hope this is at least a starting point to begin thinking of floral options (what do you like? what don't you like?) and that it assists in choosing the perfect shade of purple (if that ends up being your colour). As seen here, purple is very pretty with both the fresh green we spoke of but also with the lighter shade of lavender. Things to ponder...

Up Next: Your Inspiration Board

Mike & Jaime

I am so thrilled for one of my oldest and dearest friends, Jaime and her new fiance, Mike! These two are a riot; I can't wait to begin the planning process with them. {I'm tearing up just thinking about how happy I am for both Jen & Jaime}
I love you, girls. xo.