Monochrome Wedding Palettes

02 Tuesday Apr 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Advice & Inspiration, Color Inspiration, Wedding Decor Ideas, Weddings

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There are endless possibilities to colors and decor for your wedding. It’s all a matter of what you love and your taste profile. I think people mostly pick their color scheme first and move forward from there, which isn’t a bad way to go. I always say, choose your theme first and then everything should fall into place. But you can have so much fun with color, for sure.

What if you just chose one color for your special day? It may seem boring to some and maybe even strange to most, but having a monochrome palette could be very pretty if its done right. Now, just because you are using one color, that doesn’t mean your wedding will be an abundance of black or overwhelming amount of pink. You have to look beyond the color wheel and go deeper in the color you have chosen to use. By showcasing different tones and shades and playing with texture, you could have a gorgeous array of monochrome bliss.

Here are some great examples and inspiration of successful monochrome weddings. Hopefully, it will help broaden your understanding of this palette style and allow you to have fun with all the possibilities.

White
With an all white wedding, you can play with soft hues and pale tones. There are many variations of this color, you just need to explore the possibilities. This palette can be romantic, luxurious, country, city chic, vintage & antique, shabby chic and more, depending on your theme.

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Pink
An all pink wedding can be tricky but it can be done. Play with the lighter hues of this color, pastels work well together when they are in the same family. If you decide to go with a deeper or brighter shade of pink, just use it for pops here and there or it can overpower the event. You could make pink work for a modern wedding and also a more vintage style wedding.

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Blue
The color blue works with a lot of theme and its easy to incorporate. There are so many pretty shades of it too. Whether its a nautical style wedding you are planning or a spring event, blue will definitely add class to the overall style.

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Green
Using green is super easy if you are having a nature inspired event. Your venue, if outside, can act as the main decor and all you need to incorporate are elements within your theme and palette. I would stray from using Crayola tones and stick with more natural moss, lime and pastels.

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Black
Having an all black wedding is a tough one. There have to be white elements thrown in here and there to break up the dark color or your guests will feel like they are at a night club or goth party! If that is what you are going for, than feel free, but I think most wedding decor is not going in that direction. Use various shades of black, gray tones could be really nice and classic. If done right, it can all look very chic and grand.

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Gray
This color can be used so many ways. Gray is a beautiful hue that can easily represent many styles. It’s classic and vintage at the same time.

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Spring Wedding Decor

28 Thursday Mar 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Wedding Decor Ideas, Weddings

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Having a spring wedding allows for nature to play an important role in the decor. Since you can have the event outside, its easy to let your surroundings act as decor. And why shouldn’t it? When you have such a beautiful backdrop, don’t fight it with lots of other elements, embrace it and welcome it into your special day.

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The colors of spring range from pastels and creams to vibrant hues that can easily be taken from nature. Just look around and let all the fresh blooms and plants be your guide. Your theme should only accent these colors, not bury them. Lets say you are having a rustic event, showcase shabby chic style in texture and antique items that will truly allow the Earth’s beauty to shine. Even if your event may be more farm inspired, using darker textures such as tree bark, burlap and bronze will get the point across successfully.

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Remember, its all in the details. What people will remember most are the personal touches you brought to the event. Not so much the amount of money you spent or overwhelming amount of flowers, etc. The more meaningful the event is, the more people will appreciate your special day. Always keep in mind that most weddings look the same. If you want your day to be really memorable, showcase the things you and your partner love and spread your love for each other throughout every detail. That is what will keep people talking years after the wedding.

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Centerpieces on the tables should reflect both the season and your theme as well. Keeping it simple is always my motto. You can have various items displayed but its all in how you arrange them. Although everyone feels differently about the table decor, I personally suggest you keep the height low, so your guests can get into conversation during the event. I also feel the table shouldn’t be bombarded with lots of flowers or other various items, as it may feel crowded and uncomfortable for the people sitting there. Not to mention, wasteful. Most just get thrown out after the event.

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The bride’s bouquet should accent her outfit without overwhelming her. She should be the focus. You can get very creative when it comes to flowers. I just suggest you keep them local and in season, for a few reasons. First, its more affordable and eco-concsious. And second, it simply makes more sense to use elements that are cohesive with the season of your event. Having a spring wedding with winter-esque decor might seem very out of place!

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Guest Post: Color in Unexpected Places

11 Monday Mar 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Everyday Design, Guest Posts, The Home

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Here are some ideas on how to incorporate vibrant colors in unexpected places in your home and add some pop and spice to your décor.

Living Room
Everybody expects color on the walls and ceilings but its usually painted a boring neutral color. Do the opposite and paint your ceiling a bright metallic blue. The light reflected onto the walls will give your room an ethereal look.

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For architectural interest, add a single red stripe on your wall in an otherwise neutral room. Run the stripe through the ceiling and the opposite wall. You can also paint an accent wall with chocolate brown. It will act as a perfect backdrop for your flat screen television or an art master piece.

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Fire up your living room with a single red couch.

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Make a statement with yellow, green or purple window blinds and paint your fireplace to match the blinds. Why not add a splash of color in an otherwise white room by displaying a piece of vibrantly colored modern art. Another quick way to add visual interest is by throwing in a couple of black or multi colored pillows on your couch.

Dining Room
Paint alternate chairs in your dining table-set bright green or purchase a green set.

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Add some whimsy by stenciling in a couple of interesting patterns on the walls.

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For some ways to create interest on your table create a gorgeous purple centerpiece or fill a purple bowl with colorful pebbles and water. You can also try floating a few fresh or silk flowers in it. When you have guests over include an odd colored plate in your dinner set or add a lavender desert spoon to your silver ware.

Bedroom
Make your bed more luxurious and inviting or brighten up a guest room with a multi-colored festive patchwork handmade quilt.
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Sleep like a baby by painting a soothing blue on your walls or even just an accent wall.

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To highlight your windows add a glowing golden valance above your blinds and complement it with a flaming yellow carpet on the floor.

Kitchen
Create a colorful herb garden on your window sill. Nature always adds a nice touch to any space. You can also try painting your sill violet and place two or three herb pots painted bold red, yellow, and green for a pop of color.

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Paint two random kitchen cabinet doors fuchsia and pale green respectively. The complementary colors will add an unexpected freshness to the room. For a quick pop of color, place a turquoise blue cooking pot on your stove.

Bathroom
Liven up a boring bathroom with a free standing tub in daffodil yellow or electric blue. Pick your color and make it a DIY project.

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You can also try installing a Fuchsia vanity countertop or paint the frame of your vanity mirror a slate-blue. For instant pop, place a violet-red vase with white flowers on your countertop. Why not add interest to the space and stencil in bright patterns or flowers on the window frame.

Stairwell
Paint a faux salmon colored runner on your stairs. Make it pop out by stenciling in a few flowery accents.

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Paint each railing in different shades of blue starting with the palest blue at the bottom and moving up the color spectrum as you go up the stairs. Finally, bring in fresh flowers in a riot of colors!

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Loving Neutrals

08 Friday Mar 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Color Inspiration, Everyday Design, The Home

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I have always loved a neutral palette in my home. I think color is a great but I happen to enjoy living in an environment that is relaxing and comfortable. There are so many ways to use neutral colors in your decor and it doesn’t mean just having beige and white the main characters. There are lots of tones to play with. The key is using texture, shape and light correctly so you have a cohesive and all around finished look, without any one thing contrasting too much.

Here are some great examples of how to design an interior space successfully with a neutral palette. I hope they inspire you to use more neutral colors in your home.

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