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Wedding Color Inspiration: Pink and Gold

Hello readers, this is Jacqueline Weppner from Merci New York, a styling service for the busy city bride. I’m delighted to be back on StrictlyWeddings.com, discussing the hottest trends in wedding style and fashion.

Today we’re talking pink. And not just the ho-hum girly variety, but the overwhelming resurgence of lush blush pink with hints of metallic. It’s certainly become one of the most popular wedding day palettes for the fashionista bride; and if executed correctly, it can remain one of the freshest as well.

With a decided nod to the nostalgia of the 1940s and 1950s, a blush and gold palette suggests the sass and glamour of old Hollywood, yet it remains firmly nestled in a playful femininity suitable for any wedding day style. It lends itself to soft décor and tiny retro touches (think hints of tulle and a darling birdcage veil, as seen in my inspiration board above)… and it will always encourage a soft, polished calm.

Need more inspiration? Here are some tips and tricks to create a blush and gold look that is elegant without being stuffy:

• Pretty paper: Get thee to Ceci. The luxe bespoke stationer Ceci New York has NYC and all the country swarming for her gorgeous creations. And if custom designs are not in your budget, her ready-to-buy line sports a handful of pink and gold options that are equally divine, such as the Versaille and Antoinette suites.
• Inspiring cakes: Call up our favorite Manhattan confectionary master, the lovely Ruth Drennan, for a custom-made cake. Ruth’s designs are absolutely ethereal and wonderfully inspired, it’s no wonder they’ve found themselves on the pages of countless wedding magazines.
• Blushing beauty: Be sure to provide your stylist with a compact of NARS blush in Orgasm for the big day (considering she doesn’t already have it on hand, of course)! As you may know, this shade has won countless beauty awards for being the best blush on the market. Suitable for literally all complexions, it gives a pretty, yet subtle flush to your cheeks and lasts long into the night.
• Luscious gowns: Hands down, the most confectionery crème-de-la-crème of the blush-gown set hail from Vera Wang’s Spring 2010 collection.  Truly, you’ll look no further.
• Retro Accessories: In this department, famed milliner Philip Treacy is your go-to guy. I adore his sculptural bow headpiece. This exquisite finishing touch is a striking alternative to a traditional veil on your big day. How decidedly retro would it be in your get-away photos?

Inspiration board photo credits: From top: Meringue cake, Jean Tsai {pointe shoes, portrait}, Sarah Maingot {tulle, teapot, mirror images}, Anna Williams {cupcake papers}, favors, candles.

6 Comments on “Wedding Color Inspiration: Pink and Gold”

• 纺织品市场行情 November 3rd, 2011 1:41 am

  能在有生之年看见楼主的这个帖子。实在是我三生之幸啊。看完楼主的这个帖子之后，我竟产生出一种无

• Sarah Wedding April 5th, 2010 9:51 am

  I am not a big fan of pink but this setup looks incredible. The soft makeup that the bride is wearing is also beautiful. I feel like this would be perfect for a winter wedding.

• MKT April 3rd, 2010 10:21 am

  We all love these inspiration boards. Things have come a long way for a Bride to find just want suits her taste, for her big day!!

• Ali April 3rd, 2010 10:13 am

  Love Phillip Treacy’s Bow headpiece! and have heard all about Ruth Drennan Cakes, would love to have one of those:)

• Madison April 1st, 2010 1:59 pm

  Love the soft touches! I think this is how we would like to see a lot of weddings, instead of shouting bold colors.

• Dognbird April 1st, 2010 9:36 am

  I love this combination, what an elegant inspiration board!!

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