Wedding Inspiration Board | Halloween Chic – Part 3

Happy Wednesday!

You can’t have a Halloween Inspired Week without voodoo.  And I have to be honest, reading up on the history of Voodoo, had me a little spooked…which is the opposite of what a wedding should evoke.  So instead of going the “bloody goat” route, I think it’s safe to say that we’ll have to keep things implied and VERY SUBTLE…otherwise, you might have some vengeful guests.

Inspiration: Swamp Voodoo

Dream Palette #33: ENCHANTED BAYOU

Colors: Earth Brown, Coffee, Sunset Yellow and Forrest Green

(All Images ©.  Swamp Sunrise photo by Nola Nate; Bride photo by Carl Bengtsson; Bar Shack photo by Black Doll Photography via here; Gothic Southern Home photo by Linda Plaisted via here; Skull and Potion photo by Crafty Cuppa Coffee; Bonfire; Earrings by Viv and Ingrid; Chocolate rose; Pearl Voodoo Doll Necklace by Simply Chacha; Sitting Male photo by Geoff Barrenger; Sofa and Shed photo by James Merrell; Sandals by Anthropologie [Photo by Sivan Lewin]; Jar Centerpiece by Martha Stewart; Blue Flowers Photo by Denise Grunstein Via CameraLink; Skull Pendant by BillyBlue22; Rustic Gate photo by Donna *Deestea*)

Challenge: How do you create a Voodoo-Inspired wedding that’s enchanting?

How you can do it: 1) Keep all actual voodoo dolls out:-)  I know it’s tempting for entertainment, but resist the urge. 2) Outdoor, Rustic Barns, Lodges and Sheds would make ideal venues  3) To evoke the Bayou swamp spirit, stick to earth/water tones.  4) A live jazz band or Speak easy set up would work perfectly. 5) Go for Hanging tea lights, instead of ornate centerpieces.  6) Sandals, paired with a flowing gown would go well in this rustic environment.  7) Your groom can have a more casual look.  8) Subtle incorporation of skulls are acceptable, such as in necklaces, background decor.  9) Let the candlelit environment work for you.  10) Instead of literally recreating a voodoo temple, evoke more charming elements that speak to the idea of seduction, potions, irresistability and vices: such as chocolate, music, perfume, flowers, Sexy bridal gown, wine, etc.

Spicyhugs,

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