{Giveaway}: Winners Announced!

 

Hi and Happy Monday! Just popping in to make a couple of announcements. We recently hosted giveaways for both Minted and The Wedding Outlet. And we're excited to announce the winners! So without further ado, the winner of the Minted giveaway is Erika Crosby! Congrats, Erika!

And for The Wedding Outlet we chose Meredith Hill. Congrats, Meredith! Oh, and be sure to stay tuned because we're hosting a really fabulous giveaway tomorrow! *Have a product and/or service that you'd like to introduce to the readers here on The Perfect Palette? Email Chrissy for rates at chrissy@theperfectpalette.com.

Color Story | Berry Loves Burlap

Hi friends! So today my color obsession continues with this pretty little palette. I don't know about you, but for my entire life I've been drawn to berry infused hues like fuchsia and fig. They're warm, they're beautiful and they're the kind of colors that add romance to any look. Want to know which colors they look best with? Warm neutrals are the way to go! And because I'm a huge fan of handmade, why not throw a little burlap into the mix? 

{newlyweds in love | brooke schultz photography, floral design by calie rose via style me pretty, painted mason jars | theshabbychicwedding, wedding cake | arina b. photography, cake by sweet lydia's, via glamour and grace, love banner | mirtilloshop, fuchsia ribbon | cottagecraftsonline, roses burlap pouch | junberrystitches}

Burlap and twine really do have a way of adding such a charming feel. Wouldn't you agree? Also I just love how this is taking on a very elegant feel as well. Who says you can't have a elegant and handmade affair? So what do you think? Does this warm and inviting palette capture your heart the way it does mine? I hope this adds a pinch of pretty to your day! 

Party Palette | Aqua, Sea Foam, Blue + Mint

Hello, loves! And happy mid-week to you! I'm not sure what it is, but here lately I've found myself completely in love with shades of blue and green. Maybe it's the fact that I've just returned from a week away at the beach? Or maybe it's simply the calming nature that I'm drawn to? Whatever the case may be, one thing is for sure... I definitely can't get enough of these calming hues.

{floral clip | serenitycrystal, colored pencils | the colorful living project, vintage inspired statement bracelet | jewelsalem, teacups | sweetberryme}

Because what's not to love? Also I really like how this palette easily incorporates the softness of sea foam and mint and yet, still makes room for a good dose of punchy color. Like that vibrant aqua! It's this balance between softness and brightness that really captures my attention. So what do you think? Might you consider this palette for your upcoming wedding, party or project? I'd love to hear your thoughts!

{Sponsored Post}: Weddingstar!

When it comes to styling your wedding, have you ever felt overwhelmed at the thought of taking your wedding ideas and turning them into a reality? It's okay, you're not alone! I honestly can't tell you how many brides have contacted me over the years with those same fears! But not to fret! Because my friends over at Weddingstar are here to help! With over 3000 designer wedding accessories, Weddingstar boasts a gorgeous collection that makes it super easy to bring those wedding dreams of yours to life!

Recently having introduced two new bride friendly ways to shop, Weddingstar is excited to bring you 'Style Lookbooks' and their new 'Shop By Color' feature. What's a Lookbook you ask? Imagine a creative and inspirational online magazine that allows you to explore and shop complete wedding looks! Sounds pretty amazing, right? And now that you can shop by color, finding the perfect accessories for your wedding just became that much easier!

The latest edition to the lookbook series is the fifth addition, entitled 'Parisian Love Letter'.  The 'Parisian Love Letter' collection takes readers on a mini vacation through the opulence of the streets of Paris. Centering around the beauty of the “Parisian Love Letter Stationery Collection,'' just one look and you'll see that it's all about romance!

Classy tones of black and white dominate throughout as an air of elegant sophistication infuses with utter romance. What really stands out to me is the attention to detail.  Plus it just goes to show how the smallest touches can come together to create the perfect wedding design.

Looking for a way to add a special touch? Why not consider incorporating gems and jewels throughout your wedding day to add a little sparkle and shine? From the ceremony to the reception, opulence abounds from every shimmer. Also creating the majestic feeling of Paris are the many candle lit scenes. With the “Parisian Love Letter Unity Candle,” tea lights and tapers aglow, the soft lighting evokes the romanticism of Paris in every shot. 

This lookbook also features many vintage-inspired details. The old world love letter felt throughout and there are even subtle nods to days gone by. But I'm also seeing some modern touches too! Personally, I'm loving those little acrylic phantom chairs and those creative floral accents! Love what you're seeing? Well, what are you waiting for? Hustle on over to Weddingstar and start exploring and shopping their beautiful Lookbooks! And go fast because they're offering a 15% discount when you use the code: MAYBRIDE15 at checkout! Offer expires May 31st, 2013.

Color Story | Peach Loves Green

Hi everyone! And happy Monday! Guess what guys? I'm back from the beach. And although I really, really hated to leave, I have to say that I'm definitely happy to be back. I missed you guys! But I hope you stopped in while I was gone! A big thanks goes out to all my sweet blogger friends who were lovely enough to share some of their color palette favorites while I was away. Chandra, Kate, Emma, Sara and Chris, you girls are the best! I really love the color palettes you all came up with and I'm definitely feeling inspired! 

{wedding cake | photo by charlie and juliet, cake by sugar flower cake shop, from the minted brunch via thesweetestoccasion,  mason jars | photo by lola elise via grey likes weddings, peach dresses | joshua kane photography, merci card | akimbodesign, centerpiece and table | photo by jessica lorren organic photography, design + styling by everylastdetail and glamour and grace, floral design by the naked florist via every last detail}

That's the thing about taking vacations. I don't know about you, but I always come back feeling newly inspired, and re-energized. Speaking of inspiration, today's color palette is all about capturing a light and airy feel with subtle pops of punchy color. I find peach and green to be romantic and fresh and just bursting with feel good vibes. What do you think? Are you liking the way these colors work together? 

Guest Blogger | Postcards + Pretties | Aqua + Emerald

Greetings Perfect Palette readers! I'm Chris from Postcards & Pretties and I'm so excited to guest post while Chrissy is away on vacation. It's quite an honor to be here, so thank you for the invite. I'm quite obsessed with color and inspiration boards (as is Chrissy) and for today's inspiration board I choose a monochromatic palette of aqua and emerald. This board has me dreaming of a sweet garden wedding filled with sweetly scented blooms and casual details.

{colors} emerald, aqua and white

{photos} bottles, chair, place setting {real simple} bouquet {martha stewart weddings} zooey deschanel {through the looking glass} boutonnieres {martha stewart weddings} green house {chelsea fuss} centerpiece {martha stewart weddings} book {jose villa}  

Guest Blogger | Emmaline Bride | Coral + Gray

Hello! My name is Emma from Emmaline Bride and it is a pleasure to guest blog at The Perfect Palette today! When Chrissy asked me to pick a favorite wedding palette to share, many came to mind; however, one of my favorite wedding palettes is coral and gray. I love this palette because it's so versatile. You can plan a bold wedding with dark gray and an intense shade of coral - almost orange - or lighten it up with a soft, more delicate shade paired with light gray. This palette is perfect for spring and summer weddings and looks both chic and sophisticated. Since I'm obsessed with handmade weddings, I've incorporated plenty of handmade coral and gray wedding finds, too, along with inspiration from real weddings. I hope you enjoy this palette as much as I do! Happy Planning!


1 - wedding table | elizabeth scott photography | styled by: ashley baber weddings, | via style me pretty, 2 - drink flags | nomes whimsy, 3 - clutch | allisa jacobs, 4 - invitation suite | runk pock designs, 5 - gray dress | fleet collection, 6 - flower girl shoes | my sweetie bean, 7 - bowtie bobby pins | gwaen's shop.


8 - wedding cake | photo by elizabeth messina | cake by sweet and saucy shop |styled by: cortnie purdi of canvas and canopy, 9 - bridesmaid clutch | allisa jacobs, 10 - necklace | the blooming thread, 11 - letter | letters of wood, 12 - bridal party | michelle warren photography.


13 - journal | duryea place designs, 14 - handmade sash | love like style.

About the Author: Emma Arendoski is the Editor/CEO of EmmalineBride.com, The Handmade Wedding Guide. Check out her blog at www.EmmalineBride.com and her book, The Handcrafted Wedding in bookstores now!

Guest Blogger | Burnetts Boards | Neon + Pastels!

Aloha Perfect Palette readers! Sara from Burnetts Boards here! I have to say that I was bowled over when Chrissy asked me to guest post while she takes a very well deserved break and I couldn't be more excited! We were tasked with coming up with our favorite spring color palette - definitely a tall order for me because my favorites change every day. What I have here is a modern take on spring pastels. 

{bride with bouquet from Wedding Chicks | photographed by Laura Murray Photography, table with pastel wall from, Creature Comforts | photographed by Sam McAdam, vintage copper keys from Lupen Grainee on Etsy, bouts via This Modern Romance, for Utterly Engaged Issue #2 e-magazine | photographed by Stephanie Williams Photography, neon garlands via Brooklyn Bride | photographed by Art Beauty Life}

I love the idea of sprucing traditional pastels with bold punches of neon and some funky copper hues thrown in. It's much more fresh, modern, and fun!