There’s something about the concept of “ethnic” that always seems to conjure up images that are heavy, dark and rather serious. The need to branch away from this, motivated my whimsical Africa board a while back. Granted “ethnic” colors may be vibrant in some cultures, but I’ve noticed in many circles, the immediate association of traditional style to safe hues such as brown, black, and green, and weighted energy, making ethnic decor… dare i say it?…Reverent! What’s with that? Let’s have some fun. After all, most modern girls today still want to be flirty and feminine/
In rebellion, I’ve decided to follow up on the Dream in Color/ Dream in Culture series with a shade that’s the absolute opposite of reverent: Pink.
Inspiration: Which Christian Louboutin are you?
(Above: Shoes by Christian Louboutin, via here and here)
Dream Palette #41: YOU MAKE ME HOT PINK
Colors: Dark Pink, Hot Pink, Tangerine and Sunset Yellow
(Above: All images ©. Lanterns by Ashley Ann Photography; Bride in pink veil by Kelly Herring via Sarah Kaye; Flowery Invitations by Ashley Ann Photography; Boutonniere by Tec Petaja; Table Centerpiece by La Partie Events [Photo by Ray of Apertura]; Shoes by Vouelle via Fete a Fete; Hot Pink Invitation by Alannah Rose: Desert from Pinkberry; Pink Room via Haute Design; Pillows; Stacked cups by Pigeon Toe Ceramics; Pink & Orange dresses by Carlos Miele)
Dream Palette #42: YOU MAKE ME BLUSH PINK
Colors: Pink; Blush, Nude and Ivory
(Above: All images ©. Modern Marie via Paris Atelier; Necklace by Melissa Joy Manning; Plate setting and Woman in Mirror via Wedding Style Guide [Photo by Chris Court]; Pink Desserts via Wedding Magazine; Bridal profile gown via here; Cake by Jo Tyler via Sarah Kaye; Blush Face via Eye 4 Makeup; Wrapped gifts by Randi Brookman Harris; Invitation by Wiley Valentine Stationery; Reception by Artfool [Photo by Lilian Haidar]; Flower Centerpieces by La Partie Events; Silk blush gown by Sophie Theallet via Pomegranita)
Global Chic Bridal ideas that would work with this palette, to follow later on today. Stay tuned.
spicyhugs,
Fri
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Can’t I be both?! Your inspiration boards are gorgeous as always
Oh wow…reminds me of the episode on Sex in the City on a “Girl’s right to Shoes”. I’m definitely Feisty…sign me up for hot pink anyday:-)
Definitely feisty and love board #1!
ooooh i heart the hot pink/orange board. it makes me think of india and saris…. there is just something magical about it.
board #1 here!
I just found your blog, and I LOVE IT! In fact, I love it so much I had to blog about it, I hope you don’t mind.
Oh the eye-candy! This is awesome and some of my favorite color combinations! Your blog is wonderful. Thanks for stopping by mine. I’m not sure how you found me but I’m glad you did. I can’t wait to see what else you have here.
love love love the flower invitations in dream palette #41
how on earth do i find these?!?
jj1103…I will definitely look into that for you. Check back soon:-)
I did some major searching on Ashley Ann’s site and found them!
they’re handmade gifts! so adorable!
thank you for the fantastic inspiration boards!
Oh you beat me to it. I was going to quote Ashley on what she did. See below: “The cards were done by me. They are just basic plain white cards and envelopes from the craft store. I took petals off of silk flowers and hot glued them to the cards. Pretty simple!” – Ashley Ann – Anyway, I’m glad we’re on the same page.
I think Dream Palette #41: YOU MAKE ME HOT PINK helped me seal the deal on my color palette. Fresh and vibrant. I hope you don’t mind but I’ve blogged about your blog because there is so much good stuff here. You have an amazing eye. Thanks so much and keep it up!