Happy Fri-Style Friday!
I’m inspired today, or rather nostalgic about my early teenage years spent in cajun country – New Orleans. I remember seeing weddings in the french quarter, over dosing on powdered sugar beignets and having absolutely no clue that I was living in one of the most dynamic cities in the world…until long after I left.
Creole culture is a word commonly used today, but often taken for granted. Most people think of New Orleans, but really, it extends to many parts of the world. Heavily influenced by Portuguese, French, Spanish and West African culture, I thought it’d be fun to incorporate this gumbo of inspiration into a Wedding Dream Palette.
The holidays often bring friends and family from far and wide together, so what better overlay for our Creole Dream Palette:
Inspiration: Vintage New Orleans Memories
(ABOVE: Cafe Press)
Dream Palette# 20: CREOLE HOLIDAY
Colors: Bronze; Gold and Beige.
(All Images ©: Bridal Gown from Eden Bridal; Gold/Bronze Stair photo by © Chris Everard; Spanish Moss Reception photo by Gotham Gardens; Gumbo plate photo by Epicurean; French Quarter exterior photo by Chateau LeMoyne; Praline Desserts by Chocolate; Creole Earrings by My Pure Wedding; Love Sparkletts from ffffound on A Glamorous Little Side Project; Gold Necklace by Lanyapi; Jazz Band photo from here; Kettle Lamp by Garbage; Ivory Paper wreath by Simple Joys Paperie; Shoes & Gift box photo by © Chris Everard; bronzed nest photo from here; Mermaid Dress by David Tlale)
This creole palette has subtle touches of french inscription, cajun cuisine, southern infused decorations, Spanish-inspired beauty & couture from a South African Designer…among other details.
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I love that I learned something – I always think of Creole as New Orleans. Your collage is so warm and lovely – no doubt as a result from wonderful memories.
I love this. Makes me feel warm an fuzzy. and nostalgic as well to the big easy that I remember.
Thank you for including my paper wreath in this lovely collection!
lovely! thanks for the e-mail and link xo
Thanks for showing my coffee-pot light!