This past weekend was the Starving Artist’s fair at the Whim Plantation.  Such a great day of beautiful weather, yummy West Indian food and artists and craft vendors galore.  I bought a few presents for my family and a couple of skirts and a necklace for myself from Asha Eclectic World Design.  Asha is run by Sarah Jane who travels the world collecting great warm weather/tropical fashions and jewelery.  She sets up tables at the Twin City Coffee house at Rainbow Beach and various fairs and festivals while she is here on St Croix (usually for the winters).  I get compliments every time I wear something I purchased from her, they are cool and comfortable.

It was truly a glorious weekend and got me thinking about color (the artist in me) and themes for events and weddings.  I think one of the most important tools in deciding upon your theme/color scheme for any event, and particularly a wedding, is your own imagination. Start by truly letting your imagination go wild and then slowly tame it.  Go beyond just choosing your “favorite” colors. Here are some steps to get you going on the right path.

1. Brainstorm - Think of your favorite colors, places, memories… use the surroundings of the location to inspire you or the season. Think of the location of your first date, a favorite date or vacation spot. Look at the natural surroundings - the flora (leaves, trees, flowers, etc) and the landscape. Think broad and don’t limit yourself.  True inspiration is found through an active imagination, so don’t let yourself be constricted in this part of the process to what’s in vogue or seems safe.
2. Find inspiration - Once you’ve brainstormed, delve deeper into those thoughts.  Look at natural objects (like shells, trees, flowers, the ocean); Choose an object that you really love - maybe its the lace from grandma’s wedding gown or an old teacup pattern.  It could be your favorite painting or an accent pillow on your couch.  Just find something that speaks to you.
3. Look at the color palette.  You should choose a main color, a neutral and then one or two accent colors.  For a monochromatic theme, choose a few shades of the same color.  For something with a little more punch, choose accent colors that contrast with your main color.  There’s a great color wheel that you can use to get ideas and see what colors work together at brides.com http://www.brides.com/weddingstyle/receptions/colorstudio/ 
4. Once you’ve decided on a color palette, tie those colors in with your flowers, linens, favors and other wedding items.  Use the color palette to create your save-the-dates and invitations to give guests a taste of what’s to come…

Have fun, be daring, choose what you love!

Posted on March 12th, 2008 by Administrator
Filed under: Misc, weddings