Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Board #476: China Cabinet

I love the perfect blue found in traditional blue and white china, and that, along with the blue-edged hydrangea in this centerpiece from Martha, inspired today's wedding board. Bring in calligraphy, candlesticks, and a stunning number by Reem Acra, and it's utterly classic and totally gorgeous. Everything you need for something old, something new, and something blue - now what to borrow?

Mood: classically romantic, something blue
Palette: china blue and white

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Top row from left: blue hydrangea and gardenia centerpiece from Martha Stewart Weddings, vintage book of Shakespeare from Sadie Olive, miniature angel food cakes from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: photo of chandelier and dessert table by Lisa Cohen via Automatism, photo of blue stilettos by Jose Villa
Row 3: white candies from Rebecca Thuss, blue bridesmaid dress from Martha Stewart Weddings, bust and candlesticks from Ralph Lauren Home, Reem Acra dress from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 4: patterned envelope liner and calligraphy from Mr. Boddington's Studio, white "matelasse" cake from Martha Stewart Weddings, blue and white china from Matthew Mead Style, blue and white tissue paper crackers by Rebecca Thuss

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14 Comments:

Blogger Starry Night Design Studio said...

very romantic shades of blue!

April 13, 2010 at 7:40 AM  
Blogger CAMILLE STYLES said...

So understatedly sophisticated...I love the all-white dessert display and the subtle blue floral motif throughout. The entire look is classic and gorgeous!

April 13, 2010 at 8:18 AM  
Blogger A Bryan Photo said...

That's the exact style of the wedding I shot this past weekend in Charleston!
I look forward to showing it to you.
Bj

April 13, 2010 at 10:36 AM  
Blogger Kathryn said...

Awesome Bryan - I can't wait to see it!

April 13, 2010 at 10:40 AM  
Blogger {The Perfect Palette} said...

such a pretty blue palette.

April 13, 2010 at 11:04 AM  
Blogger ever ours said...

i ADORE this shade of blue. love this inspiration board.

April 13, 2010 at 11:28 AM  
Blogger Whitney Elizabeth said...

love it Kathryn!

April 13, 2010 at 2:20 PM  
Blogger Ali said...

Absolutely drop-dead gorgeous! Everything used in my favorite MS picture is perfect, and everything you used in the inspiration board furthers that perfection.

April 13, 2010 at 5:05 PM  
Anonymous Andre said...

I love the combination of blue and white color. It looks so pure and gentle. Love designs and everything, from big to single details.

April 13, 2010 at 9:31 PM  
Blogger monologue said...

This is beautiful, Kathryn. I never get tired of blue and white. I love the idea of small angel food cakes too...great idea for a birthday party I'm planning. Thanks! :)

Martha B.

April 14, 2010 at 8:04 AM  
Anonymous Jolette said...

I'm such a fan of Reem Acra dresses - she's one of my favourite designers. The envelope liner and calligraphy are also fantastic. Beautiful collage!

April 14, 2010 at 8:36 AM  
Anonymous elaine said...

love love love the blue & white! :)

April 15, 2010 at 2:24 AM  
Anonymous Astrid Mueller said...

Understated and timelessly gorgeous. Fabulous inspiration, thanks for sharing!

April 15, 2010 at 6:52 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

wow...love the combination...!

April 21, 2010 at 8:12 AM  

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