• 2008-09-15T16:00:59Z Fab Blog by InvitationConsultants

    I went shopping on Saturday night before I went to see the movie I have been waiting a few weeks to see. The movie turned out bad, but the shopping turned out great. I love the fall season. Even though we live in Florida, fall fashion does have a place. Of course shades of brown and maroon were everywhere. But to my surprise so was purple; dark purple, eggplant, bright purple and any other shade of purple you can name. Purple shirts paired with black pants. Purple skirts paired with mustard shirts and the ideas go on and on. After store hopping, I realized this purplepalooza was not only limi...

  • 2010-05-25T06:00:30Z Flights of Fancy

    Here’s another pretty palette from the mind of my wonderful intern Erin. I’m really loving this unexpected combination of colors! Photo Credits: row 1: Christine Olson via The Wedding Chicks | Photogen Inc via The Wedding Chicks row 2: Melissa Johnston via Style Me Pretty | Adeline & Grace via Style Me Pretty | Belathee Photography via Once Wed © gia at betsywhite for Flights of Fancy, 2010. | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: color palettes, from the intern ...

  • 2010-04-07T06:00:15Z Flights of Fancy

    This palette was inspired by blue skies and budding spring blooms… Enjoy! Photo Credits: row 1: Lily Dove via Decor 8 | Glynis Selina Arban | Jennifer Rau via Wedding Chicks row 2: Lane Dittoe | Corrie Bond for Marie Claire ...

  • 2010-09-07T10:39:03Z Lucky in Love Wedding Planning Blog

    With the unofficial end of summer in our rear view window now, it's time to set our sights on a fabulous fall. Today's inspiration board marks the return of fall with some unexpected focal points that you can find in your local grocery store. That's right, today's board is all about artichokes and eggplants. Combining the colors of arti-green and eggplant purple, you'll create the perfect color palette for your fall wedding. Theme: Fall Into FallColors: Kelly Green and Eggplant   Top Row: Echeveria favors in pots from Martha Stewart Weddings; Bouquet by Le Bonne Fleur; Gown by JS Collection ...

  • 2009-03-18T06:00:29Z Flights of Fancy

    Spring palettes don’t always have to be light colors or pastel shades. This deep, rich,  delicious blend of purple tones could work just as well for a spring wedding as any other palette. The trick with purple is to go with a tertiary tone – not so much a ‘Purple Rain’ purple (sorry Prince!). Pairing those hues with a fresh color like leaf green makes it work for spring. The bride and bridesmaids: The bride’s bouquet could be filled with purple flowers in various shades while green Cymbidium orchids with purple ‘throats’ would look really pretty against Eggplant or Raisin colore...

  • 2011-03-09T06:28:56Z Flights of Fancy

    Aren’t those cupcakes to-die-for? I love how the spearmint adds interest to this tone on tone purple palette. - laura Photo Credits: row 1: Monique Lhuillier via La Dolce Vita | Antiquaria via Pinterest row 2:  unknown via Pinterest row 3: Natalie Norton via Jordan Ferney | BHLDN |Flickr via Pinterest © laura at betsywhite for Flights of Fancy, 2011. | Permalink | 2 comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: color palettes, dark pink, Laura, light blue, light green, light pink, purple ...

  • 2010-09-13T11:00:08Z The Brides Guide

    It's hard to believe, but fall is just around the corner. What better way to celebrate the season's bounty than with a beautiful eggplant-inspired autumnal fete. The color blends stunningly with lighter shades, like lavender and lilac, as you can see in the fuss-free bouquet below -- it looks freshly picked from the garden. It's also a vibrant fashion choice for bridesmaids and groomsmen. And it makes for an effortless table arrangement with simple linens and subtle touches of color in the menu choices (think blackberry pie and lavender bouquet centerpieces). Once the details are set, use the ...

  • 2008-11-06T15:09:30Z Wedding Invitations, Style, Planning and Inspiration

    Something about a deep, eggplant purple is so exotic and sophisticated at the same time.  Perfect for an evening wedding, this color exudes glamour and drama.  I probably could have kept browsing photos for hours, but I had to stop somewhere.  Behold! From Left to Right, Top to Bottom:  Feather from Flickr, Clutch from Blue Velvet Boutique, Solid Monogram Wedding Invitations in Amethyst from Wedding Paper Divas, Scarf from Etsy, Jessica Alba’s Emmy Dress, Amelie Purple Pump, Revlon’s Dark Pleasures Nail Polish from MyStyle.com, Wilkin & Wilkin Purple Icicle Chandelier, Rumour Lond...

  • 2011-06-13T11:44:28Z Floral design from bud to bloom and everything inbetween

    Our 5th tabletop design for the Chambers Bay Wedding Showcase played with the color palette of eggplant, lavender and mint.  American Party Place supplied the eggplant pintuck linen, lavender and mint chair ties and napkins as well as the place settings.  We created a centerpiece of manzanita branches in a glass cube of moss.  Hanging from the branches were teardrop crystals and mini pomanders of purple and lavender stock (which has an amazing fragrance).  To complete the look we potted small succulents with moss in mini glass cubes and added a few votive candles. ...

  • 2010-09-07T07:14:17Z Every Last Detail

    I just had a meeting with a bride, finalizing the decor for her October “Tuscany-style” wedding. Since she and her groom can’t get married in wine country, they decided to bring wine country to Florida! There will be wine bottles incorporated into many aspects of the decor, and the colors of wine and eggplant will create an elegant yet rustic environment. Of course since these colors were on my mind, I had to create an inspiration board to see it all come together.   Row 1: Centerpiece, Aisle decor, Table setting, Table Row 2: Escort Cards, Bridesmaids Row 3: Cake, Escort card displa...