Announcing: Pantones Spring 2012 Color Report

Fall is here, and with it brings the vibrant colors of changing leaves, muted hues of the mountain sides and one of my personal fall happenings.... New York Fashion Week. It's that magical time of the year when the Designers and Fashionistas in the industry trot out their newest creations for us to LOVE, Like or Hate!

Even though fashion week has come and gone it graciously left us with a schlew of new colors and trends to drool over. At the foundation of any great and memorable fashion line are the "it" colors that you will see popping up all over.   You see, after fashion week in New York, Pantone always puts together color reports for both Spring and Autumn. Although these colors aren't meant to be wedding specific, it's fun to see what is considered the ''it'' colors for the season...especially since the "it" colors tend to trickle down to the wedding scene via clothing, linens, decor etc. So without further ado announcing the....

PANTONE COLORS for SPRING 2012

We love the inspiration boards the the masterminds at The Perfect Palette put together, and their take on the Pantone Spring 2012 colors is no exception! Here is an excerpt that (I love) from their blog about the newest "it" colors...

I'm happy to report that this time the brights are even brighter, but that's not to say they didn't round out their top 10 with a pretty pastel. Isn't Sweet Lilac dreamy? I'm also happy to report that this list is definitely very close to any list I would have put together for Spring weddings. I can't wait to play around with this palette and see what new and exciting palettes I might discover, but in the meantime take a look at this list and tell me... what's your favorite? Personally, my favorites would have to be Tangerine Tango and Driftwood. However, I must admit that I can't wait to put together a palette of Margarita, Cockatoo and Starfish.
  
.... I am right there with them! Driftwood and Starfish are going to make wonderful companion colors to the bright and cheery 2012 line-up.  Here are a few of my favorite inspiration boards that include a few of the new colors and would be fabulous palettes for an upcoming event...

The Perfect Palette BLOG is truly amazing, and a great place to find inspiration and color ideas. It is such a clean and well put together site and I would highly recommended taking a minute or two (or 20) to check it out!

We would love to here from you..... What is your favorite color combination for Spring 2012?
Thanks for stopping by!

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DIY: Paper Flower Bridal Bouquets

We have recently discovered a Wedding Blog with inspirational prints, colors and paper goodies abound!

Anastasia Marie: Hand Crafted Cards and Stationary has a breathtaking Website and Blog!!

She has a unique voice and perspective on the wedding industry as seen through her mini works of art~
Recently she posted a group of AMAZING! Paper Bridal Bouquets and we really wanted to share them with our readers.

 

{image credits:  1 Sunny & Stumpy Etsy Shop, found via Emmaline Bride 2 Sunny & Stumpy Etsy Shop, found via Emmaline Bride 3 A Field Journal 4 Style Me Pretty, image by Kim Le 5 “I Do” It Yourself, image by Kim + Phil 6 Style Me Pretty, image by Kim Le} 

Aren't those amazing?? A big thank you to Anastasia Marie for bringing us that compilation of bouquets. After I got a taste I couldn't wait to scour the "web" and find a few more paper goodies.... and Hooray, in my quick search and internet travels I founds several paper bridal and bridesmaid bouquets (from a variety of designers) to share with you... lucky day!

 

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Aren't they unique and amazing! 

Interested in making your own paper bouquet? The queen of crafts, Martha Stewart, and several DIY Websites online have amazing step-by-step tutorials that can help you  To learn how to make paper flowers with Martha Stewart here.


Have you seen an amazing bouquet or have made one yourself? 
Email Forevermore Events a photo and we might just feature it here on our blog~
Check back soon for more great tips and projects, thanks for stopping by! 

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Inspirational Wedding: Luxe & Lavish

We all love shabby chic and vintage inspired weddings, thought it would be fun to switch it up a bit. I recently came across this ultra glamorous wedding on The Wedding Chicks, and literally drooled over many of the details. The invitations were the perfect signal to the Bride and Grooms family and friends, that this would be an event to remember. Simple but SO Chic! 

 

The floral arrangements were the perfect mix of soft and textural.  I loved the mix of  "Sterling" Lavender roses, Black Calla Lilies, Safari Sunset, Orchids and fresh green Hanging Amaranthus.

 All I can say about the Brides Brooch Bouquet is WOW! I know they are all the rage right now, but for some reason to see one that is made entirely out of silver encrusted brooches and rhinestones.

 

The table settings were gorgeous! Just the right amount of lavish & luxe details, mixed with the softness of the scalloped place-mats and variety of chair covers, and the Victorian styled centerpieces

 

 

The brides gown(s) were all amazing! What a fun idea to have more than one. I know many gals that have a hard time choosing their favorite dress, so... why not choose TWO!

 

The Raspberries and Macaroons were a delicate and delicious touch to an already fabulous event, and I LOVED the idea to serve them in vintage pink hobnail glassware. So brilliant!

 

....and the CAKE- Oh the BEAUTIFUL Cake! The details were again a nod to Olde World glamor, but executed in a way that screams clean and modern. Sometimes elegant simplicity speaks so much louder than in your face glitter and gaudy glamor. 

Beautiful! 

We hope you enjoyed today's Inspirational Wedding. If this is the direction that wedding trends are heading then I am excited for what is coming around the bend! For additional pictures from the amazing event check out The Wedding Chicks. 

Remember- for all of your wedding and event needs, Forevermore Events is a full service coordinator, planner, decorator and we can offer you a multitude of services including wedding, event and party rental!

Vendor Roll Call:
Event Design: Beth Ann Sweeney Events

Photographer: Ashley Therese Photography
Venue: Osborn Castle
Linens: Wildflower Linens
Cake: Sweet Lisa
Gowns:  Bliss Bridal, designers Lusan Mandongus & Justin Alexander
Hair & Makeup: Sara Faella
Flowers:  Bon Fleur
Brooch Bouquet:  Baubles and Brides
Jewelry:  Jewels for Hope
Bracelets: The Lucky Elephant
Logo Design:  Event Logo House
Favors: Made With Love
Macaroons:  Eastern Cookies
Table Cards:  All Things Paper
Invitation: Alexis Frankel
Tux: Bustles and Beaus
Silver: Hotel Silver
Rentals: Party Rentals

Inspirational Wedding: Married in a Vintage Garden

If you love vintage details, today’s inspirational wedding is right up your alley.
Featured in the Spring/Summer issue of Exquisite Weddings, and also recently featured on The Bridal Suite  -this wedding is surely one that you will want to bookmark or "pin" into your own inspiration board. According to The Bridal Suite...The Bride has been involved with weddings and events since she was fourteen, so you can image all of the thought and planning that went into her own "big day"











We hope you enjoyed today's Inspirational Wedding. There are definitely a few details that I will be jotting down for future events! For the full post and story behind these two love birds check out the full post on The Bridal Suite. Remember- for all of your wedding and event needs, Forevermore Events is a full service coordinator, planner, decorator and we can offer you a multitude of services including wedding, event and party rental!



GET THEIR STYLE:

Ceremony location: The Prado at Balboa Park, Reception location: private residence. Wedding coordinator: Susanne Duffy, Crown Weddings, Catering: Mia Saling & Rebecca Gaffney/Red Letter Days and Susanne Duffy. Flowers: Bride and Aileen Tran Florals. Cake: Sweet Cheeks Baking Co, Gown: Jasmine Couture, Bridal and Veil, Jewelry: Anthropologie, Hair piece: Feather and Frills, Etsy, Hair and makeup: Marisa Ramirez/the LAB. Groom’s attire: J.Crew, Bridesmaids’ dresses: J.Crew, Officiant: Steven Cooper. Guitarist: Micheal Gonzales. Silhouette artist: Randy Parrish-Bell, Silverware and china: Classic Party Rentals, Rustic tables: Platinum Pro, Photography: Bethani Lynne Photography.

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A Quick & Helpful National Wedding Budget Guide

I came across this intriguing  "wedding breakdown" on The Knot Inc.
and found it SO interesting! 

Then I thought to myself..... If I think this is interesting I bet many of our readers will also! 

It is based on national wedding averages from 2010. Some figures for the area might be high, and some a bit low.....but GOOD news for our UTAH brides, according to the chart we are the LEAST expensive state to get married in! SO next time the Fiance asks "How much is it going to cost?" Just say.... well at least we aren't getting married back east where it would cost 5 times that amount :) Enjoy!