Colorful Ambition

There’s no better way to inspire an amazing sensory experience than to design your event space with colors that reflect your personal style and aesthetic. So long gone are the days when one or two colors represent a concept, a theme or an idea. As an event / wedding planner and designer, I always encourage my clients to implement an array of colors to present a well- crafted palette of modern sophistication.

A professional event designer’s greatest resource is the creative use of color. But be assured that even for a beginner, reaching beyond color limitations is a lot simpler than it may appear. I often ask my bridal couples to describe the things that inspire them personally and spiritually. Your inspiration can be derived from art, music or nature. Once you've discovered your inspiration, select a central, signature or dominate color. Experiment with complimentary colors to complete your palette. Ideally, three to four additions to your central color will do the job.

When choosing a color palette consider the following ….

Will your event take place indoors or outdoors? Moreover, what time of the day it will be?  Don’t forget to consider the light source and how it can complement or diminish the overall look of your event-scape. Natural light can be a great asset.

How many guest will have the honor of attending your event?  The number of guest is important to consider when designing. The larger the guest list the more space you need to accommodate for. Understated colors can get lost in a grand space, where they would otherwise work magically in a smaller, more intimate space.

What season will your event take place in? Though the rules have changed, cool colors are still associated with spring and summer and warm colors are usually reserved for fall and winter.

Still need a bit more direction when considering your color palette … We've got you covered! The Best in the Business, Mr. Preston Bailey (Yes! I’m paying homage),  has a free online tool that will engage and inspire your color palette to new and wonderful heights. Visit www.prestonbailey.com and click on " the color palette picker" to get started. Discover your Colorful Ambition!

Thanks for Visiting

Happy Planning   ; )

Sincerely, LB