21 Nov
Board #541: Coral and Storm

I’ve been thinking lots about unexpected color schemes for fall, and when I came across this painting, I fell in love with the idea of gray and coral, especially with some bay leaf garland accents. It would work wonderfully in almost any season, but I think with the orange blush of the coral, it is a sophisticated take on an autumn palette. Also, as a neutral, I don’t think that gray is going anywhere (calling it trendy would be a bit like calling basic black a fad). It’s wonderfully subtle and can range from sleek modern to softly romantic like it is here to dark and moody, and I really just love it in all its forms.

Mood: sweet, romantic
Palette: storm gray, faded coral

Top row from left: Sappho on the Leucadian Cliff by Pierre-Narcisse Guerin, photo of bouquet with dusty miller by Elizabeth Messina, escort cards on peach ribbons and Versailles backdrop both from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: peach and gold cake and gray calligraphy by from Martha Stewart Weddings, cameo via My Heart’s Song
Row 3: napkins with orange wreath print by Linea Carta, photo with gray puff sleeve dress by Elizabeth Messina, peach cocktail and bar with garland both from Martha Stewart Weddings

 

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Board #258: Grapefruit & Gray
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Board #481: Nude & Gray
Board #515: Sidewalk at Sunset

 

 

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15 Nov
Board #540: Gingerbread & Pear

With Thanksgiving fast approaching, I find myself thinking of family and feasts, which I think would be an excellent theme for a wedding. For today’s inspiration board, using seasonal colors (flavors) of gingerbread and pear, I imagined an intimate wedding dinner at a favorite restaurant. Since my own reception was held at a restaurant, I’ve seen what a wonderful choice it can be for a wedding celebration, especially if it’s a chance to share one of your favorite places with your closest family and friends. Decorations would be simple here, just candles and fresh pears. And menus would be perfectly designed (Cynthia Warren comes to mind), with each guest’s name at the top of the menu at his or her seat.

Mood: rich, intimate
Palette: molasses and chocolate browns, pear and olive leaf greens, gold

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Top row from left: wreath chandelier from Camino via Food Gal, I Do Films business card with wreath by Two Paperdolls via Design Work Life, photo of Swedenborgian Church interior by Q Weddings
Row 2: bowl of quince (thought they were pears, but apparently they’re quince) from Coty Farquhar, bouquet by Ariella Chezar for Brides
Row 3: brown Burberry plaid, pear and napkin photo by Rikki Snyder, photo of chocolate silk dress by Rodney Smith, gingerbread bundt cake from Smitten Kitchen

 

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Board #317: The Bride’s Cafe
Board #251: Perfect Pear
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31 Oct
Board #539: Pink Pierrot

When I was brainstorming inspiration board ideas for Halloween, I kept thinking of Pierrot and Harlequin, and was inspired to created something from that. Pierrot’s costume was the main inspiration here. His ruffled collar and cuffs inspired a dramatic ruffled wedding gown. The black-and-white palette made me think of whimsical chalkboard typography and calligraphy, but I also added some pale pink for a little romance. Pierrot’s pom poms made me think of this dark chocolate truffle-studded wedding cake, and his painted face translates to real life in the form of black wing-tip liquid eyeliner.

So what do you think? Could you pull inspiration from such an unexpected source?

Mood: dramatic whimsy
Palette: black, white, baby doll pink


Top row from left: chalkboard art by Dana Tanamachi, vintage Pierrot with mandolin, chocolate truffle cake by April Reed, anemone bouquet by Matthew Robbins for Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: bar cart from Lonny, ruffle neck dress by Bill Blass, black and white harlequin wallpaper from Better Homes & Gardens via Apartment Therapy
Row 3: pierrot photo by Tim Walker, white on black calligraphy by Maybelle Imasa-Stukuls, vintage Pierrot photo, harlequin photo by Tim Walker
Row 4: black flats with ankle bows via Man Repeller, pink cocktails via Camille Styles, black wing tip eyeliner via A Cup of Jo

 

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Board #538: Black and White Ball
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26 Oct
Board #538: Black and White Ball

Every year I try to come up with a new way of imagining a Halloween wedding, and this year I was inspired by the idea of a masquerade ball (I can’t tell you how badly I want to attend a formal masquerade party!). Instead of anything overtly Halloween-y, I opted for a black and white palette and couture masks (I couldn’t resist the skull-and-crossbones bow tie). Candelabra centerpieces, gorgeous gowns, and a parade of sparkling cakes all play into the drama of an event like this. Really, there’s no reason this inspiration board has to be limited to a wedding – if anyone decides to throw a black tie masquerade ball, just say the word…

Mood: dramatic elegance
Palette: white silk, black lace

Top row from left: masquerade party from Vogue December 1997, chocolate cake with coconut cream from Woman’s Day, black lace half mask from Valentino
Row 2: photo of black bow tie with skulls via Ritzy Bee, white bouquet with black ribbon from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 3: tulle gown with black opera gloves by Vera Wang via This is Glamorous, black tulle party dress by Oscar de la Renta via A White Carousel, white calligraphy on black paper by Bernard Maisner
Row 4: Mia Farrow and Frank Sinatra at Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball, miniature wedding cakes with sparklers from Fete NY

 

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Board #449: Modern Vintage Circus
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18 Oct
Board #537: Gold and Moody Blue

Navy blue is an unexpected choice for a fall wedding, but together with gold, it works perfectly for the season (it would also be lovely in winter). Materials like velvet, gold leaf, and silk jacquard add even more richness to the already luxe palette. Without being too literal, there’s sort of an Art Nouveau vibe here, too, don’t you think?

Mood: richly romantic, moody
Palette: navy blue velvet, gold leaf, warm white

Top row from left: navy blue room with gold frame from Martha Stewart via The City Sage, photo of place setting with blue velvet ribbon by Abby Ross, photo of Champagne bottles by Aaron Delesie, plate of figs from Desserts for Breakfast
Row 2: gold Grecian style headband by Louis Mariette from Net-a-Porter, Dinah wedding dress with sleeves from J.Crew, fruit and cheese display from Martha Stewart Weddings, bouquet with gold orchids and roses from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 3: photo of warehouse venue with chandelier by Jason Durnin, gold and navy blue eye makeup from The Makeup Bee, navy blue blouse with sheer sleeves via Phosphene
Row 4: gold calligraphy on blue paper by Betsy Dunlap, gold leaves centerpiece from Martha Stewart Weddings, Blue Willow china pattern via Between Naps on the Porch, buttercream cake with gold leaves from Martha Stewart Weddings

 

If you like this inspiration board, you might also like:

Board #315: Navy & Yellow
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Board #437: Autumn Blue

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