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Heirloom Gray

04 Tuesday Mar 2014

Posted by melissaoconnor in Color Inspiration, Invites & Save the Dates, Shop Gray Star Design, Weddings

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bride and groom, classic, elegant, grand, gray, gray star design, gray wedding decor, heirloom gray, traditional, wedding day, wedding invitation

A new addition to my Elegant Collection, the Heirloom Gray Wedding Invitation Suite features a classic and modern design with elegant text. It’s formal and graceful look is perfect for any traditional wedding as well as a more alternative event that isn’t held in a church. It’s fully customizable, like all my items, and celebrates the color gray with clean lines, simple design elements, and an overall grand appeal.

Heirloom Gray Wedding Invitation Suite by Gray Star Design

Heirloom Gray Wedding Invitation Suite by Gray Star Design

Heirloom Gray Wedding Invitation Suite by Gray Star Design

Here are a few inspiration images on how to showcase gray throughout your wedding decor. It works with so many other colors, pink being one of my favorites, and can bring elegance as well as a touch of whimsy to your event. Enjoy!

Heirloom Gray
Photo Credits Clockwise: Every Last Detail | Weddbook | Ritzy Bee Blog | Loverly

Heirloom Gray
Photo Credits Clockwise: Hostess with the Mostess | Daily Sip Studios | Weddingbee | Weddbook

Shop Newsies

27 Wednesday Mar 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Invites & Save the Dates, Shop Gray Star Design, Wedding Decor Ideas, Weddings

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antique, bird, Country Quilt Save the Date, farm, graystardesign, invitations, nature, romantic, Rustic Farm Inspired Wedding Invitation Suite, Rustic Leaves Table Numbers, save the date, table card, table numbers, vintage, wedding decor, wedding invites, Whimsy Bird Save the Date, Whimsy Bird Table Card

I’ve had some time to work on new designs lately and wanted to share. Check out these few items that are now up in my shop for sale.

Rustic Farm Inspired Wedding Invitation Suite
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Country Quilt Save the Date
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Shop Newsies - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Whimsy Bird Save the Date
Shop Newsies - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Shop Newsies - © Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Rustic Leaves Table Numbers
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Whimsy Bird Table Card
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New Items in the Shop

10 Thursday Jan 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Invites & Save the Dates, Shop Gray Star Design, Weddings

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bridal shower, classy, Creamy Damask Bridal Shower Invite, Creamy Damask Thank You Card, Deco Inspired Save the Date, fall, fancy, flowers, forma, garden, gray, gray star design, leaves, modern, Modern Gray Flourish Wedding Invitation Suite, nature, rustic, Rustic Leaves Wedding Invitation Suite, table numbers, traditiona, vintage, Vintage Rose Table Numbers, wedding, wedding decor, wedding invites, woodland

I just wanted to share some of the newest items I now offer in my shop. I try to incorporate different styles into my designs so they can appeal to everyone so I hope these newbies are liked among many. Feel free to click on the images to view the item in my shop for purchase.

My Rustic Leaves Wedding Invitation Suite is the first square invite I designed. Although simple and clean, they have a rustic feel that is perfect for a nature inspired wedding. If you are planning a fall event, these would really be nice. It’s available in brown and gray.New Items in the Shop

New Items in the Shop

New Items in the Shop

My Modern Gray Flourish Wedding Invitation Suite is modern and classy. Perfect for any traditional style event or a wedding that is simply grand.
New Items in the Shop

New Items in the Shop

New Items in the Shop

New Items in the Shop

This super fancy and modern Deco Inspired Save the Date will certainly impress your guests and get them prepared for the event of the year. With a beautiful chandelier design on the front and decorative elements on the back, they bring a nice touch to your special day.
New Items in the Shop

My new Creamy Damask Thank You Card is a pretty way to say thank to all your guests who shared thoughtful gifts. Perfect for a bridal shower and wedding. By using a flat card you also save trees. They also match my Creamy Damask Bridal Shower Invites.
New Items in the Shop

Perfect for a garden wedding or rustic styled event, my new Vintage Rose Table Numbers would make a beautiful addition to your guests tables. Instead of numbers, they feature a different flower on each. Of course they can be customized to whatever you would like them to say but the unique touch of these nature lovelies will make everyone smile.
New Items in the Shop

 

Invite Inspirations

02 Wednesday Jan 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Art & Design, Color Inspiration, Invites & Save the Dates

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anchor me, antique, chalkboard floral, floral, invitations, lively bouquet, nature, nautical, neutrals, peacock plume, sparrows and arrows, vintage, wedding paper divas, weddings

Invite Inspirations

Usually when planning a wedding, you figure out your theme and color palette before sending out invitations, which is the best way to do it. Well, I teamed up with Wedding Paper Divas to create some colorful inspiration from a few of their wedding invitation designs. So working backwards for a moment, take a look into some beautiful invites I’ve chosen to feature and hopefully they can spark many great ideas for your own event.

{You can click on each palette to visit that particular design}

I love the rich blues and greens in this design. They are balanced with vintage neutrals of creams and browns and accented with lighter tones. The design as a whole is soft, feminine and artsy. A great inspiration for a wedding or any event.
Invite Inspirations: Peacock Plume

Here are a few examples of how to use this color palette:
Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Leboxboutique

Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Martha Stewart Weddings

Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Frosted Cake

This color palette is fun and whimsy without being too childlike. The dark gray is a beautiful backdrop for spring’s soft peachy tones and with touches of mustard and white, the design stays fresh and modern.
Invite Inspirations: Chalkboard Floral

Here are a few examples of how to use this color palette:
Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Southern Weddings

Invite Inspirations

Invite Inspirations

Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Brides

Although this palette is simple, its strong and to the point. You can take these three colors anywhere and it would be successful. The style of the invite is somewhat traditional in its text but the layout of the design is fun and cleverly organized. Mixing hard lines and flowy elements always work nicely if done right, balance is key here. The muted blue, rich brown and faded beige make a perfect trio of color inspiration.
Invite Inspirations: Sparrows and Arrows

Here are a few examples of how to use this color palette:
Invite Inspirations

Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Style Me Pretty

Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Slice at a Time

Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Sweet Designs

I couldn’t resist featuring this design. The colors pop and immediately scream “happy” which is appropriate for a wedding invite, for sure. The soft watercolor illustrations present the bright color palette beautifully. With different tones of pink and yellow layered like a piece of art, they really make an impression. The gray text helps balance out the design and give it weight and focus. This is a brilliant palette for a wedding.
Invite Inspirations: Lively Bouquet

Here are a few examples of how to use this color palette:
Invite Inspirations

Invite Inspirations

Invite Inspirations

Not everyone loves nautical style but I certainly do. With different shades of blue that are reminiscent of the open sea and pops of red and white, this design is truly successful. You can create a beautiful ombre effect with these colors and even bring in some creams that would really make it come alive. So if red isn’t your color of choice, you can pick any other color and it would work.
Invite Inspirations: Anchor Me

Here are a few examples of how to use this color palette:
Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Elizabeth Anne Designs

Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: The Little Canopy

Invite Inspirations
Photo Credit: Martha Stewart

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