Board #440 | Kumquats & Orchids

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Mood: modern elegance, winter chic
Palette: dark evergreen, white orchid, kumquat orange

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I know it’s still the middle of autumn, but I was so inspired by this orchid and kumquat and couldn’t wait to create a chic winter wedding board with it in mind. Crisp white is the perfect backdrop for this unique winter palette of evergreen and orange. Though it’s not a minimalist look, the details are simple and not over done. It balances classic and modern, for a timeless yet updated look. If you wanted to add a holiday touch to this winter wedding, without being too obvious, unembellished white crackers would be a good choice.

Row 1:  centerpiece with orchids and kumquats and green wedding invitations both from Martha Stewart / modern orchid centerpieces from Wedding Style Guide / kumquat boutonniere photo by Blonde Tulip  //  Row 2:  white bridal headband from Brides / cascading orchid and vine bouquet from Martha Stewart Weddings / floral gown by Reem Acra / escort cards with jasmine display from Michelle Rago  //  Row 3:  green and white ring pillow by Maihar Design / calligraphy favor box from Martha Stewart Weddings / kumquat arrangement and citrus desserts photo by Aya Brackett / Location 05 modern loft studios
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Board #439 | Mercury Glass and Whimsy

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Another Halloween-inspired wedding board for you today, though again I tried to keep it from being too obvious. The palette is elegantly whimsical – fitting for both a black tie affair and a Halloween soiree. Silver jack-o-lanterns set the mood, though nothing overly shiny and new – mercury glass has a tarnished look to it that’s just perfect here. Black polka dots on a white backdrop are wonderfully fun. Make table numbers key players in centerpieces, by creating number collections under a bell jar: glittered numbers, dominoes, playing cards all let guests know where to sit. I couldn’t find any great images for this, but I think that silver glittered spider webs could be a nice touch – maybe as favors for your guests.

Mood: elegantly eerie whimsy
Palette: cool white, jet black, mercury glass

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Top row from left: Tim Walker polka dot room via Oh Joy!, silver jack-o-lanterns by Carolyne Roehm, black swiss dot veil via Perfect Bound
Row 2: Elie Saab dress with butterfly sleeves from Brides, mercury glass candlesticks via Paris Parfait
Row 3: black and white cupcake photo by Victoria Pearson, silver glass glitter table number, anemone centerpieces from The Knot, silver leaf staircase via Willow Decor
Row 4: mercury glass pots via Lobster & Swan, commedia letterpress via Moontree, black and white groom suiting photo by Millie Holloman

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Board #438 | October Whimsy

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Inspiration boards are back! If you want to give a bit of Halloween flair to your October wedding, without going all the way with jack-o-lanterns and candy corn, black-and-white stripes, checks, and silhouettes are the right color and add a certain whimsy. Just the smallest touches of orange make it a truly Halloween palette. But not a pumpkin in sight!

Mood: October whimsy
Palette: black, white, hints of caramel and orange

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Top row from left: bridesmaid with black cardigan photo by Jose Villa, gourmet candied apples from Michelle Rago, black candle holders from Wedding Style Guide, JM Flora anemone bouquet with black and white ribbon photo by Kate Headley
Row 2: s’mores from Brides, favors wrapped in black gingham photo by Gabriel Ryan via Green Wedding Shoes, fabric envelope photo by Marie Labbancz
Row 3: carnation boutonniere from Martha Stewart Weddings, strapless gown with black sash photo by Bonnie Tsang, silhouette garland photo by Leigh Miller

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Board #437 | Autumn Blue

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It wouldn’t be fall without a Snippet & Ink wedding board inspired by this gorgeous barn with the cream curtains… this time, though, I wanted to challenge myself to create a unique palette, incorporating some shade of blue. Of all the colors, blue is one of the toughest to make work for autumn, but if you choose the right hue (I’ve chosen a de-saturated navy), and the right materials (wool, linen, thick paper), I think it works beautifully. Unexpected and quirky, and totally rustic.

Mood: quirky rustic
Palette: subdued navy blue, rich burgundy brown, warm cream

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Top row from left: curtained barn from Brides, gold calligraphy on navy blue envelopes by Betsy Dunlap, buttercream cake with Jennifer Murphy cake topper photo by Josh Goleman, caramel poached pear dessert from Martha Stewart
Row 2: large white flower pin on navy blue dress and small white dahlia place setting both from Emersonmade, blue patterned paper chocolate bars by Mast Brothers, hanging votive lights in jars
Row 3: plaid wool from The Red Salt Box, letterpress notecard and envelope by Austin Press, fall bouquet with oak leaves and peonies by Emily Thompson Flowers from Brides, retro getaway car by Maria McBride

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Board #436 | Peach and Flame

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After two years of making a new inspiration board almost daily, I definitely have those periods when I feel less than inspired, so I do hope you’ll forgive the lack of consistent inspiration board posts lately. I also hope you’ve been enjoying the real wedding features during the week – it’s great to have a chance to showcase more of the amazing submissions that come into my inbox. Anyway, thank you for understanding! And keep an eye out later today for the NYC Photo Shoot finalists, when you’ll be able to read their stories and vote on a winner…

Now, today’s inspiration board. I’ve been drawn to orange lately, but I don’t think I’ve ever done such a bold wedding palette. I imagine this would be an amazing – and dramatic – event to attend in the middle of autumn or winter.

Mood: bold, dramatic
Palette: flame red, vermilion orange, hints of golden peach

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Top row from left: red wine label, rose and calla lily bouquet photo by Kate Webber, table with tall candlesticks from Ariella Chezar
Row 2: vermillion and white striped tented ceiling via All Things Lovely, Vera Wang gown against ornate wallpaper from Martha Stewart Weddings, gold, orange and peach wedding invitation by Enfin La Voila
Row 3: bold orange bouquet from Martha Stewart Weddings, key with orange tassel via Style Court, peach and marigold truffles via Cake and Commerce

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