Trend Alert: Chevron Love

Alright, it's Monday and if your day is going anything like mine it has been crazy bananas (and you may or may not be on your um-teenth cup of coffee). Needless to say we are going to start this week off by paying a little tribute to pattern that has been a top trend over the past few months...the chevron. It's fun, a little funky, can be a little sweet or a lot of sassy! So, with that in mind find a way to incorporate it in to your cake, a table runner, the invites, some accessories...Enjoy!!

{In love with this modern, chic table display from Amy Atlas via Ruffled

{Sweet chevron streamers via Flights of Fancy}

{Adorable chevron ombre bookmarks from Etsy}

{Wedding Chicks}

{Adorable casual place setting via On To Baby}

{Table setting via Wedding Chicks} 

{Style Me Pretty}

{Plays well with other patterns via Love The Day} 

{..or can hold its own via  Erica Obrien Cake Design}

{Chevron wall art via I Heart Nap Time} 

Tangerine Tango

Pantone, the authority on color, has announced that Tangerine Tango is the 2012 Color Of The Year [to see Pantone's full Spring Color Report go here].

{Photo: Pantone}

Love it or hate it, you better get use to it since it is popping up everywhere from eyeshadow to throw pillows. And undoubtedly, it will be making an appearance at events throughout the year. Albeit, orange is not my absolute favorite color there is something about this shade that is, well...sassy! Personally, I like to see this color being used effectively in one of two ways: clean and preppy or fresh and funky.


If you're going the preppy route, I would pair it simply with a crisp white, light khaki or gray, or a navy blue. If you are looking for something slightly different take your tangerine tango and match it with say accents of bright green or aqua (NOTE: when using two bold colors make sure one is the primary color and the other an accent, too many bold colors can be visual confusing and unappealing).

{Photo: The Knot}

{Photo: The Knot}

{Photo: Project Wedding}

{Photo: The Knot}

{Photo: The Knot}

{Photo: The Knot}

Orange You Glad I Didn't Say....Orange?

Good morning ladies (and gents)!! I'm going to make an attempt at getting back on track here and squeeze one more autumn-related post in before I have to give it up and transition into winter (I'm not sure if I'm ready for that... not I'm not).  

Focusing again on color schemes and the use of color in your wedding, it is important to take the time of year into consideration when choosing certain details (i.e. attire, flowers), but at the same time don't feel pressured to let the season dictate your color scheme.

Autumn is a great example to use because people like to embrace the color ORANGE. Orange is awesome, but Fall brides, PLEASE don't feel obligated to completely drape your day in orange when there is a whole slew of fun Fall shades...reds, burgundy, gold, various shades of brown or bronze, purples and plum, and golden yellows. Think of all the beautiful colors that are in the changing foliage and don't be afraid to mix and match! Also consider some other pops of color such as lavender, green or navy blue; used in conjunction with more traditional autumn shades they can really add an unexpected surprise and touch of modern elegance to your event.

Check out the examples below of some fabulous bouquets using traditional and not so traditional color schemes. And for more fun with color and some amazing combo ideas, take a peek at The Perfect Palette blog!!  

{Photo: Martha Stewart Weddings}

{Photo: Martha Stewart Weddings} 

{Photo: Wedding Chicks via The Vine's Leaf}

{Photo: Wedding Chicks}

{Photo: Martha Stewart Weddings}

{Photo: United With Love} 

Fall-ish Thoughts

Take a break and enjoy some fun Fall ideas!!

{Photo: Martha Stewart Weddings}

 {Photo: Martha Stewart Weddings}

{Photo: Grey Likes Weddings}

{Photo: The Washingtonian}

{Photo: The Washingtonian} 

{Photo: The Bridal Bar}

Pumpkin Chic

I'm so excited for Halloween I thought I would greet October with an elegant spin on traditional pumpkin decor. Thanks to Ladies Home Journal for the inspiration! Visit the link for full article and decorating instructions.

Chalk It Up To Creativity

It's September, students and teachers have made their way back to school, so why not show off your scholastic side with a little chalkboard inspired decor!

Chalkboards come in a range of sizes and have just as many uses--- mini-labels, elaborate "welcome" signs, or menu displays. Put on your thinking cap and write a fun note; your guests will appreciate the personalized message.

{Photo Credits: Clockwise from top center- Kortnee Kate Photography, Nadine Photography, LVL Weddings & Events, Jose Villa Photography, A Perfect Event, Melissa Dunstan Photography, Emily Steffen Photography}