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Turquoise and Orange Color Combination

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The combination and turquoise and orange may be a bit more popular than using something like all nude colors… but I think this combination looks different every time you use it!  Turquoise and orange is fitting for many different locations and seasons.  Fall, summer, destination on a beach, or in an indoor setting…  I hope these pictures inspire you!

turquoise and orange
turquoise and orange inspiration board by sofia invitations and prints

Table settings:  http://www.merrimentdesign.com

Save the date:  http://www.zazzle.com

Invitation:  http://www.minted.com/design-rating/39060

Cake:  http://www.genuinecakes.co.uk

Bridesmaids:  http://www.theknot.com

Necklace:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/mshafran

Hair comb:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/redtruckdesigns

Corsages:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/LKWeddingBouquet

Votives:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/islandescapescandles

Turquoise and Orange Color Combination

Plum Color Wedding Inspiration

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The color plum, or rich purples, can make a fantastic statement at your wedding or party.  I love how bold and pretty this color can be.  Use just a little bit and the color will be noticed, use a lot to make a big statement.  I hope you will be inspired by my plum inspiration board!

plum inspiration board
plum inspiration board by sofia invitations and prints

Heels:  christianloutinsexyshoes.com

Bride and bridesmaids:  projectwedding.com

Flower cake topper:  koyalwholesale.com

Cake:  my-wedding-concierge.com

Hair piece:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/mammamiaeme

Necklace:  http://www.etsy.com/people/rhondajewelry

Wine glasses:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/MaryElizabethArts

Ring pillow:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/heybabestudio

Napkins:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/madderroot

Soap:  www.artrisa.com

Purse:  http://www.bcbg.com

Plum Color Wedding Inspiration

Turquoise and Peach Wedding Inspiration

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The color combination of turquoise and peach is a bit unexpected, but very elegant and modern.  Think outside the box when brainstorming what colors you want to use in your wedding.  Here are a few images that I hope get you inspired!

turquoise and peach wedding wedding inspiration
wedding inspiration board by sofia invitations and prints

Turquoise and Peach wedding

Cupcakes:  http://www.fanpop.com/spots/my-fair-wedding-with-david-tutera/image

Table setting:  http://forums.onewed.com/showthread.php?t=22769

Cake:  http://theweddingbyjen.com/tag/turquoise-wedding/

Long sleave dress:  www.matthewwilliamson.com

Clutch:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/ANGEEW

Triangle banner:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/victorianstation

Peach hair piece:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/danani4

Necklace:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/MayaHone

Thank you card:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/akimbodesign

Turquoise and Peach Wedding Inspiration

Moroccan Inspiration

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Morocco has such beautiful patterns and rich colors in their culture!  As a designer with a textile background, I simply LOVE Moroccan tiles, fabrics, and furniture.  Here is an inspiration board showing Moroccan elements that could be used for your wedding or special party.  Have fun!

Moroccan Inspiration
Moroccan Inspiration Board by Sofia Invitations and Prints

1)       Table lantern and flowers: http://roguebride.com/2011/06/03/san-diego-safari-park-inspiration/

2)      Small tables:  http://hollyhockinc.com/

3)      Cake:  http://www.amyatlas.com/

4)      Table number:  http://imbueyou.com/wedding/welcome

5)      Tea lights:  http://www.thefoundary.com

6)      Necklace:  http://www.folksy.com/items/1487561

7)      Wedding dress:  http://www.loveolio.com

8)      Pillow boxes:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/eventgraphics

9)      Clutch:  http://www.madelineweinrib.com/

10)   Bridesmaid dress:  http://www.toryburch.com/

11)   Plates:  http://www.orangeandpear.com

12)   Table décor:  http://meet-mrs-b.com/2011/08/17/color-me-fabulous/

 

 

Moroccan Inspiration

Red, Pink, and Yellow Inspiration

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The color combination of red, pink, and yellow is bright and eye-catching.  Don’t be afraid to use touches of color like this in your wedding or party.

red pink yellow inspiration
red pink yellow inspiration by Sofia Invitations and Prints

1)      Cake:  http://eatcakebemerry.com/index2.php#/home/

2)      Gerber daisy bouquet:  http://www.distinctiveflorals.net/index.php/occasions/birthday.html?dir=desc&order=position

3)      Clutch:  http://www.dscouture.com/hollywood%E2%80%99s-hottest-clutch-treesje-metro-clutch.html

4)      Banner:  http://www.etsy.com/listing/66570290/just-married-burlap-banner-with-red?ref=sr_list_9&ga_search_query=heart%2Bcake%2Btopper&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=2

5)      Invitation:  http://www.etsy.com/listing/79492766/morning-glory-floral-wedding-invitation

6)      Save the date:  http://www.etsy.com/listing/81373380/modern-floral-invitation-blossom-custom

7)      Table setting:  http://www.thayerphoto.com/lovelypictures/things/

8)      Necklace and earings:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/LovelandShadeTree

9)      High heels:  http://yourpocketstylist.blogspot.com/2010/07/wish-list.html

10)   Pink dress:  http://www.kaboodle.com/reviews/hot-pink-prom-dress-with-frills

11)   Sash:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/studiohboutique

Red, Pink, and Yellow Inspiration

Tree Inspiration, Etsy Artists: for weddings or parties

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I have always been attracted to trees as a source of inspiration in my art.  Trees can be a great theme for your wedding or party.  They represent life:  sheltering us from the sun, producing oxygen, create homes, paper products, etc.  And of course they are beautiful to look at.  There are an estimated 100,000 species of trees, and the oldest tree is approximately 4,844 years old (the Great Basin Bristlecone Pine).

Tree Inspiration
Tree Inspiration by Sofia Invitations and Prints
  1.  Necklace:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/GojoDesign
  2.  Earings:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/GojoDesign
  3. Tree card holders:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/MonkeysOnTheRoof
  4. Save the date:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/MonkeysOnTheRoof
  5. Wedding invitation:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/sofiainvitations
  6. Pillow box:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/theepapergirl
  7. Branch heart confetti:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/theepapergirl
  8. Wishing tree:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/thepaperynook
  9. Guestbook poster:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/sofiainvitations
  10. Muslin gift bag:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheEverlastingPosy
  11. Table number light:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/PoppySeedStation
  12. Tree clutch:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/evakatharina
Tree Inspiration, Etsy Artists: for weddings or parties

Nude Color Wedding and Party Inspiration

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The color “nude” can be elegant, sweet, romantic, vintage, and modern.  Use the nude color as a basis for the theme of your wedding or party….  setting the mood for a beautiful affair.

nude inspiration board
nude inspiration board by Sofia Invitations and Prints
  1.  Bridesmaid dresses:  http://haydenolivia.com
  2. Flowers:  http://www.beautifulblooms.com/
  3. Manolo Blahnik shoes:  neimanmarcus.com
  4. Necklace:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/alusciousthing
  5. Wedding cake:  http://weddings.divanee.com
  6. Feather clutch:  http://www.shopstyle.com/browse/Asos
  7. Bird cake topper:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/cottonbirddesigns
  8. Chandelier:  http://www.thepepperkids.com
  9. Embroidered napkins:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/HausProud
  10. Veils:  rachellarraine.com.
Nude Color Wedding and Party Inspiration

Inspiration Board: Art Nouveau

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Art nouveau has always been one of my favorite art periods.  I love the rich colors and repeating patterns (I studied textile design, so how could I not love this period in time?).  So many artists made work during this period, and so many artists today are still inspired by this period that it is easy to find beautiful images to draw for inspiration.  Here is my inspiration board for art nouveau.  I am working on an art nouveau style invitation…to be seen later..

art nouveau inspiration
Art Nouveau inspiration board by Sofia Invitations and Prints
  1.  Black and White bookplate:  Katharine Newbury (American, 1878-1973). http://www.artlex.com/ArtLex/a/artnouveau.html
  2.  4 Women:  Alphonse Mucha
  3. Stationary:  Dream Street Papers Art:  http://www.charmedcardsandcrafts.co.uk/acatalog/Dream_Street_Papers__Art_Nouveau_Collection.html
  4. 4.       Peacock poster:  Poster by Albert Angus Turbayne for Macmillan’s illustrated Standard Novels (1903). http://www.johncoulthart.com/feuilleton/2009/11/23/art-nouveau-revival-1900-1933-1966-1974/
  5. 5.       Necklace:  Mia De Rocca:  http://www.miaderoca.com/en/jewellery-1/necklaces-pendants-12/silver-art-nouveau-necklace-with-opals-katharina-87.html
  6. 6.       Art Nouveau Ring: Marlene Harris:  http://www.trocadero.com/marleneharris/items/927862/item927862.html
  7. 7.       Wedding dress:  http://www.jennypackham.com/
  8. Art nouveau cake:  http://maggieaustincake.com/
  9. http://www.modern-brides.net/?ren=7391-yf.html
  10. Art nouveau tin:  http://theartnouveaublog.blogspot.com/2011/05/art-nouveau-tin.html
  11. Bracelet:  http://theartnouveaublog.blogspot.com/2011/06/handmade-art-nouveau.html
Inspiration Board: Art Nouveau

Black and White Folk Wedding Inspiration

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Rather than simply using a black and white theme for your wedding, look at black and white folk designs and patterns for inspiration.  Your wedding will be unique, memorable, modern, and simply beautiful with this inspiration:

Black and White Folk Inspiration Board by Sofia Invitations and Prints
  1.  Folk wooden birds:  http://www.sanna-annukka.com
  2. Wedding invitations:  http://www.sofiainvations.etsy.com
  3. Handprinted table cloth:  http://www.turkishtowelstore.com
  4. Floral Dress:  Diane Von Furstenberg: http://www.thisnext.com
  5. Black and White wedding dress:  Modern Trousseau:  http://moderntrousseau.com/
  6. Black and white silhouette cake:  Cheryl Kleinman:  718-237-2271
  7. Poppy Floral bouquet:  http://www.bollea.com
  8. Black and White plate:  Marimekko. http://www.marimekko.com
  9. Cylinder vases:  http://www.thisnext.com
  10. Jewelry:  http://www.dollsofindia.com
  11. Paisley card:  http://www.kaboodle.com/reviews/black-white-paisley-a2-stationery
Sofia Invitations and Prints black and white invitation
Black and White Folk Wedding Invitation by Sofia Invitations and Prints
Black and White Folk Wedding Inspiration

Vintage Inspiration: Stamps

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Inspiration for a wedding theme, wedding invitations, or any stationary product can come from anything.  Vintage items of all sorts have great history, but also have beautiful designs.  Look at old postage stamps for inspiration….they have so many beautiful colors, compositions, and central imagery!  Take a look at these and think about how they could be applied to your wedding invitations or wedding theme.  Ask a wedding planner and a wedding invitation designer to help make your inspiration come to life.  All postage stamp images are courtesy of deposit photos:  www.deposit photos.com

vintage stamps
Vintage Stamps for Wedding Inspiration
Vintage Inspiration: Stamps