2016 WEDDING TRENDS 1 2016 trends An expert guide brought to you by HONEYMOON planning a luxury DRESSES bridesmaid Which colour will be trending in 2016? SCHEMES & THEMES Colo PE R F E C T P E R F E C T venues
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Welcome
Congratulations!
Getting engaged is one of the most exciting times of your life as you celebrate with family, friends and some bubbly and start looking ahead to your future together.
The next steps for your incredible journey include planning your dream wedding. This can seem daunting at first, but happily Country House Wedding Venues is here to help you every step of the way.
There is little our expert Wedding Venue Specialists don’t know when it comes to big day celebrations; from ladies making the most of the Leap Year to propose to their man to finding the wedding venue that bests suits you.
That’s why we’ve teamed up to put together this bespoke and handy guide to organising your 2016 wedding. Full of hints, tips, trends and inspiration, this dedicated guide will help you to plan all the most important aspects of your big day.
Throughout this guide, we explore 2016 wedding colour schemes and themes, perfect venues, the best blooms, luxurious honeymoon destinations, sensational menus, DIY hints and tips for crafty brides, the best bridesmaid dresses and the most exciting entertainment on offer.
What’s most important is that you take a deep breath and remember to enjoy seeing your wedding ideas take shape and come to life.
If you need any advice from us, just remember that our trusted Wedding Venue Specialists are never more than a phone call away.
The CHWV team x
04 THE BEST WEDDING FLOWERS The most beautiful of flower ensembles yet!
06 PERFECT VENUES Sit back and let us help you choose the perfect backdrop.
07 LUXURY HONEYMOON Ten top tips for planning your luxury honeymoon.
10 WEDDING MENU Plenty of exciting food and drink cropping up on wedding menus in 2016.
12 2016 COLOUR PALETTES Discover the hottest colours!
16 DIY HINTS AND TIPS Add a personal touch to your 2016 wedding.
18 BRIDESMAID DRESSES Which colour will be trending in 2016?
20 BEST WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT Be inspired by some of the most exciting ideas!
24 VINTAGE WEDDING The unique ambience of Mythe Barn.
26 COLOUR SCHEMES & THEMES
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Our ContributorsWe would like to say a massive thank you to our wonderful contributors, who have kindly agreed to impart their wisdom to you.
twobirds
twobirds was founded on the premise that being a bridesmaid doesnʼt have to mean forgoing style, and that a bridesmaid can not only be happy for the bride on her special day, but also happy that she looks so fabulous!
www.twobirdsbridesmaid.co.uk
Original Travel
Original Travel is a creative travel company which takes a thoughtful approach to arranging tailor-made luxury honeymoons to fulfil your needs perfectly. The team use personal insights and exceptional knowledge of destinations worldwide to craft trips.
www.originaltravel.co.uk
Galloping Gourmet
At Galloping Gourmet, our aim is to provide the best wedding food in the UK; it’s as simple as that. We’ve been to too many weddings when the food has been just ok, and we don’t think that’s good enough. After all, if you’re getting married, this is the most important meal of your life.
www.gallopinggourmet.co.uk
Lily & May
Lily & May is an award-winning Essex-based floral wedding design company owned by Claire May Sankey. They have a strong love for creating romantic, whimsical designs hugely influenced by colour and texture.
www.lilyandmay.co.uk
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wedding flowers2016 is set to see the most beautiful of flower
ensembles yet, from pretty pastels to rich, warm woodland tones. Flowers are one of the most important features of your wedding, bringing all the décor together. It’s important that they look and
feel pretty. Blossom with these 2016 floristry trends.
By Floral Wedding Design Company Lily & May
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1. Woodland Using lots of texture and foliage is a must for woodland-themed weddings, great for a relaxed look. What says woodland more than moss! 2. Pastels Soft pastel tones are perfect for an outdoor wedding. Add a mixture of different blooms for a pretty feminine style. 3. Modern Thinking of bringing the outdoors in or are you hosting your wedding in an industrial space? Why not consider hanging flowers from the ceiling to soften the venue and add a whimsical feel. 4. Rustic Think about the different containers that can be used to house your flowers. Pots wrapped in hessian and customised bark vessels are perfect for a rustic wedding. 5. Glam Mixing gold and bronze tones with a splash of glitter and sequins creates the perfect combination for a glamorous wedding. Partner these with blush-toned roses for that luxe atmosphere. www.lilyandmay.co.uk
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Make 2016 a year to remember with the wedding of your dreams at one of our most beautiful venues. Think bijou chapels, tucked away in the rolling countryside, or grand former monasteries, plus venues with secret gardens, dramatic architectural features or shrouded in local folklore. Just sit back and allow us to help you choose the perfect backdrop to create a truly unique wedding experience.
1. Morden Hall, London : : Situated in a National Trust Park, close to the banks of the River Wandle, Morden Hall is a grand city residence surrounded by mature trees and woodland and is a real hidden gem in the centre of London. Just minutes from Morden Underground Station, it exudes glamour and sophistication andis perfect for those looking for romanceand period character.
2. Wasing Park, Berkshire : : Wasing Park is a wonderful wedding venue; an enchanting collection of period buildings with historical charm set in picture-perfect Berkshire countryside. From the beautiful wedding barn and Victorian summerhouse to the 15th-century chapel and gorgeous gardens, the venue is a magnificent choice for a breathtaking day.
3. Millbridge Court, Surrey : : Modern and memorable, Millbridge Court is a fascinating new wedding venue that features two superb barns, an amazing arbour set within glorious gardens and a boutique hotel. Fusing traditional and contemporary design, the fabulous barns combine exposed brick, stone and glass with floor-to-ceiling glass walls to make the most of the magnificent views. The arbour is the perfect choice for those wishing to tie the knot outdoors.
4. Mapperton, Dorset : : Located in a plush pocket of beautiful Dorset countryside, Mapperton is a magical Jacobean manor house set in 15 acres of award-winning gardens and a very special spot for a classic country wedding. Regarded as one of the nation’s finest manor houses, it is a stylish sandstone property that is full of history, charm and character. Complementing the estate is the medieval church, ancient Garden Pavilion and Orangery offering endless options for an unforgettable day.
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HONEYMOONplanning a luxury
Planning a Luxury Honeymoon
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We all have that one best friend who’s always at the end of the phone armed with words of wisdom. When it comes to luxury honeymoons, Original Travel like to think they are 34 friends rolled into one! Over the past ten years Original Travel has
helped hundreds of happy couples. Drawn from this wealth of experience, their top ten tips for planning a honeymoon:
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1. It’s good to be differentDifference of opinion? Don’t be put off if you and your partner’s honeymoon destination ideas aren’t a matching blueprint. This is totally normal. (I can feel tense shoulders relaxing already.) Original Travel’s honeymoon planners are excellent mediators; we can piece together the most original of itineraries that swing between the wild outdoors one day and deep relaxation the next. Phew!
2. Set the pace‘Marriage is the beginning of a lifelong adventure’. Excuse the cliché but remember that a honeymoon isn’t a race. You may be spending up to three or more weeks away but too many transfers and internal flights can be daunting. Save the hightailing destination hopping for future trips. Two or three destinations will be plenty.
3. Budget firstBefore you start replaying images of a private island reached only by super yacht, complete with resident harpist and a treetop canopy suite, hit the pause button. Try and lock down a honeymoon budget. This will really help manage expectations, and we won’t leave you short on inspiration.
4. Honeymoon VIPIt might seem like an obvious thing to do, but don’t forget to tell whoever plans your honeymoon that it is just that. The team have excellent connections around the world to ensure you get the upgrades you deserve. The Original Travel honeymoon gift list is also an excellent way of adding special activities to your trip.
5. Don’t rush!Romantic visions of being swept away to the airport before your feet can touch the ground? In reality you will be 100% more exhausted than you expected. Get some rest, even if it’s just a day, before heading off on honeymoon.
6. Booking business class……isn’t a necessity if your budget has reached its peak. Memories of vast leg room will vanish far more quickly than those extra nights of blissful sundowners.
7. Pack before the weddingGirls, I think we’ll have this covered. However, a gentle reminder to those husbands-to-be might be needed. Grooms: you’ve been warned.
8. Adventure to the (relative) unknownGo somewhere completely new to both of you and discover it together.
9. Recharge, discover, restThe secret formula. Regain your energy post-wedding, but don’t forget a few days’ R&R at the end of the honeymoon too. You’ll want to delay the return to reality for as long as possible! Leaving room for the juicy bit in the middle…
10. A luxury crescendoIf you’re budget-savvy, save the best accommodation until last; the other way round and you’ll always be harking back to day one.
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A menu speaks a thousand words in our eyes, and what better way to
share with guests your favourite travel experiences as a couple than through
your food choices! Reinvented classics such as ‘Hot smoked fillet of salmon
with a spiced cauliflower purée, fennel, pickled radish and cucumber slaw’ work well to start, and fun, fruity
options like ‘Pineapple carpaccio with chilli and lime served with lemon
sorbet’ are a fantastic way to conclude your meal.
Get set to see plenty of exciting food and drink trends cropping up on wedding menus in 2016.
Below are a few of our highlights:
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The vibrant colours and wonderful fragrances of an Eastern-influenced
menu would make for an enticing evening food offering. With an
abundance of flavours to choose from, we’d opt for a Moroccan-inspired dish of ‘Spicy lamb with minted
couscous, warm pitta bread and garlic lime yoghurt’ carved to order
and devoured immediately.
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There’s an abundance of sumptuous ingredients in season during June, July and August: in particular salmon, sea bass, wild mushrooms and artichokes. We’re picturing ‘Applewood smoked salmon with pickled radish and watercress canapés’ served out on the lawn, then tucking into warm ‘Wild mushroom and leek tartlets with truffle oil and fine chives’, all served alongside the perfect summer cocktail.
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4. seriouscocktailsChampagne cocktails for weddings will remain a favourite, but this year we’ll be seeing the emergence of some seriously stylish options – think the definitive ‘Gin martini’, or a smoky version with Scotch whisky. However, our favourite would be a ‘Fig and bourbon fizz’ with mint, brown sugar and ginger ale, served perfectly chilled.
Savoury flavours will feature as a key trend for drinks too – rosemary,
sage or even jalapeño! We’d pick fresh ‘Lavender lemonade’ as a
non-alcoholic alternative for guests, alongside ‘help-yourself’
fruit infusions.
Wedding menus will consist of lighter fish dish starters followed by meaty mains. Our choice would be ‘Seared sea bass with a Cornish crab crust, vine tomato and basil fondue’ and ‘Beef two ways – Scotch blade and fillet, potato dauphinoise, butternut squash purée, crisp horseradish’ as our ultimate foodie highlights.
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There’s never a time that chocolate won’t be a popular option, but in 2016 we’ll see the addition of innovative ingredients and textures as well as exciting ways of serving these. We’d pick a ‘Dark chocolate tart and cherry sorbet on chocolate soil with a pecan salted crumb’ served to tables, or instead ditch the formalities and include a dessert station or canapés – to include mini ‘Chocolate cups of praline panna cotta with blackberries’.
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If it’s a pretty and elegant colour palette you’re looking for, opt for colours such as rose quartz, serenity sky blue or lilac grey. Blush pink and grey reigned in 2015. While these colours continue to be popular, new tone trends are emerging for 2016. Great for barn venues, minimalist settings or any hotel or manor house with a romantic vibe.
Snorkel blue is a great colour to create the look of modern charm. The brightness in its tone will add a touch of energy and excitement to your day, while still giving off an elegant and sophisticated vibe. What’s more, it’s suited to all venues, from castles to rustic barns.
ColourPALETTES
Discover the hottest colours for 2016 as we take you
through the updates from 2015’s popular palettes…
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If you’re opting for a rustic or country-inspired celebration in one of our barns or country houses, don’t forget to weave in this year’s earthy shade of iced coffee. The neutral shade will complement greens, whites and even snorkel blue, adding a natural feel to your wedding day.
Coral and fuchsia pink are classic summer colours. But, if you love your summer brights, opt for a buttercup and fiesta red colour palette instead. Ideal for couples looking for something different, and outdoor or overseas celebrations, these colours evoke pure happiness.
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Discover the hottest colours for 2016 as we take you
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Forget dressing in all white. Pastel, watercolour-inspired gowns are in for 2016.Think rose quartz or serenity sky blue to complement your chic, on-trend colour palette.
Femininity needn’t be expressed with the soft colours of pink, blue and lilac. Peach is another fantastic option for those looking to create a more vibrant and fun atmosphere. Add lots of fun touches such as peach ribbon streamers and chair ties, or even a pair of cheeky peach shoes to complete the look.
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Combine sophistication with a touch of fun by pairing deep snorkel blue with a playful peach tone. This colour palette looks great in your wedding flowers, on your wedding table and contrasted throughout your wedding décor with cute pom-poms or paper lanterns.
For beach bliss, combine the pretty tone of limpet shell with the natural hue of iced coffee to resemble sea and the surrounding land. Style with natural materials, such as shells, and don’t be afraid to incorporate the trend of watercolour. Tranquil and dreamy, this colour scheme is perfect for beach weddings, waterside weddings and celebrations outside in a garden or marquee.
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to bring to your wedding
DIY
flower power
If it’s the popular boho look you’re after, anything floral is a must. Our favourite floral DIY has to be this stylish flower chandelier.
Ideal for all venue types, you have the option of going big, with one iconic piece, or hanging multiple chandeliers around the room – just like you would with paper lanterns. Essentials for this DIY include flowers, an embroidery hoop, ribbon and a glue gun. Pretty lace also finishes off the look.
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Add a personal touch to your wedding with these
super savvy, on-trend wedding DIYs…
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Rustic weddings offer plenty of opportunities to get creative.
From twine-wrapped hanging Mason jars to quirky chalkboard signs, or even a cute hanging branch slice backdrop, all of these are super easy to make – especially the first two – making them suitable for even a DIY beginner.
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Feathers continue to be on trend in 2016 and are one of the easiest items to get creative with.
Combine with the metallic trend and you’ll be left with décor that is guaranteed to wow all your guests. We love this DIY glitter feather garland, which is great for hanging behind a dessert table, the top table or incorporating as a backdrop in a photo booth. What’s more you’ll only need feathers, spray paint, glitter and twine to create the look yourself!
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Add a fine art touch to your wedding with DIY watercolour designs – guaranteed to add a dreamy feel to your special day.
Cheap and relatively easy to make, it’s perhaps one of the most relaxing and enjoyable DIYs you’ll find.
creative cakes2016 weddings are all about getting personal – and what better way to add a personal touch to your celebration than with your very own cake topper.
From the lettered topper to the cute candy topper, there’s something for all skill levels.
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DRESSESbridesmaid
Which colour will be trending in
2016? Blush for brides and grey, silver, charcoal and ombré for
bridesmaids will be among the most popular shades
in 2016. The “industrial glam” trend shows no signs of slowing down in 2016 as platinum grey continues to be a firm favourite with
brides and their maids. This beautiful silvery
tone is easy to wear and looks amazing with pastel
flowers.
Darker tones like charcoal or pewter are also becoming popular
for 2016 weddings. Team them with bright flowers
or a bold lip for a pop of colour!
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DRESSESbridesmaid
Sage green is a perfect choice for bridesmaids
at spring or summer weddings. Wear it
with braided hair, dewy make-up and throw in a wild, bohemian bouquet
to perfect the look.
Mixing and matching bridesmaid dresses has
never been more popular and some brides are
choosing an ombré effect for their favourite ladies.
Delicate blush pink, fuchsia and everything
in between makes a dramatic statement in wedding party photos.
Bridesmaid Dresses
Think you’ve seen it all when it comes to entertainment? Be inspired by some of the most
exciting ideas for your 2016 wedding.
...Ice cream! The perfect pudding for summer weddings, invite your guests to choose their treat from a vintage ice cream van. Entertainment and dessert all in one! We love Daisy’s Ice Cream Van, www.daisyicecreamvan.co.uk, with flavours ranging from Honey & Ginger to Brownies & Cream, and retro ice lollies including Fabs and Strawberry Splits.
Serving champagne to your guests is one thing; serving it while hanging upside down is quite another. This Aerial Champagne Waitress from Zoe Ryan Artists www.zoeryanartists.com is sure to impress!
Everybody loves a funfair. Create your own wedding fair with traditional rides and serve tasty treats for evening snacks. Be sure to consider all the age ranges at your wedding.
For musical entertainment that is a visual treat, be inspired by laser violinists, Lumina www.laserviolinist.com, who are highly skilled classical performers that play the violin with a laser beam. See it to believe it!
If you’re inviting children to a summer wedding and you have plenty of outdoor space, consider setting up a small petting zoo. Provide some food for the children to feed the animals, and your younger guests will be delighted.
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Gaynes ParkStylish and contemporary barn wedding and reception venue
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Blackwell GrangeBlackwell, Shipston-on-Stour
Warwickshire, CV36 4PF
01608 698798 | www.blackwellgrange.co.uk
First to see. First to choose. First to marry.
Be the first to fall in love with Blackwell Grange, a new country wedding venue that opens itsdoors this summer. Enjoy complete privacy in our enchanting and romantic Cotswold setting
and say ‘I do’ in the lovingly restored 16th-century thatched barn before celebrating in our new barn that provides the delightful mix of character and elegance.
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WEDDING AT MYTHE BARN
Stylish
Having attended over 30 weddings
together, during the ten years they’d
been together, Emma and Lee
wanted a wedding venue that was
different from all the rest. A venue
that ‘had a real wow factor…
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After stumbling across Mythe Barn, in Warwickshire, Emma and Lee were won over. They knew their guests would have an amazing time at the venue, and it would help them leave
that lasting impression of their day. The staff were another huge factor in choosing Mythe Barn. The couple knew they’d ensure everything ran smoothly and that everyone enjoyed an unforgettable day.
GATSBY GLAMOUR Another selling point of the Warwickshire barn was its unique style. Emma and Lee wanted to channel the 1920s vintage look on their wedding day, and the venue’s style and décor was in keeping with their theme. Emma added a few extra wedding touches with candelabra centrepieces, accentuated with a pretty flower arrangement. An impressive arrangement was also made for the top table – wowing the pair’s wedding guests. “While I loved our centrepieces, I probably would have made them bigger with hindsight,” says Emma. “I recently went to a wedding where a bigger candelabra was used with big church candles and, they looked stunning,” she explains.
STATEMENT STYLE With a strong wedding theme in mind, Emma made sure to dress just right for the day. While her elegant, tight-fitting fishtail gown was relatively simple, she went all out with her floral headpiece. “For me it was all about my headwear. I wanted to make a statement,” explains Emma. Lee looked equally stylish in a one-off navy blue suit that cost almost as much as Emma’s dress!
SIMPLY PERFECT Getting ready on the morning of the wedding was easy. Emma took advantage of Mythe Barn’s facilities and got ready on location with her four bridesmaids. “I arrived early and took full advantage of what the barn had to offer,” laughs Emma. It wasn’t just the facilities that impressed the couple though; the wedding food was stunning too. “We had a selection of canapés that included goats’ cheese mousse and Parmesan crisp, and deep-fried pork belly,” says Emma. “This was followed by a three-course meal with a starter of pork and apple spring roll, roast rump of English lamb main and dessert of panna cotta and balsamic marinated strawberries.”
TRUE PERFORMERS With the hard bit of the day over, and guests well and truly satisfied after their fine feast, the evening celebrations could commence. The couple chose Bruno Mars’ Uptown Funk for their first dance – which offered a few surprises to their guests. “The first dance was a group dance with all ushers and bridesmaids. It was awesome!” smiles Emma. “Our best man had struggled with nerves during his speech and contemplated doing a runner halfway through. Thankfully this didn’t happen and he even managed to hang around for the first dance. It was perfect.”
To find out more about weddings at Mythe Barn, visit the websitewww.mythebarn-weddings.co.uk Alternatively you can call the wedding team today on 01827 217009.
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dreamywatercolour
Ombré and watercolour designs
are set to be huge in 2016.
Add a touch of watercolour to your wedding cake,
consider a chic, watercolour-inspired dress and get
creative with beautiful, ombré
place cards.
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Colour2016 WEDDING
Fall in love with the best big-day looks and décor for 2016
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Colour Schemes and Themes
Bring the boho theme up to date with a feminine rose colour palette and modern, geometric
crystal details.
Style your tables with flowers and rose quartz gems, add boho flair with ribbon streamer
bouquets and get creative with floral-infused ice cubes and backdrops.
BOHODESIGNS
Vintage VIBE
To update the vintage wedding look for 2016, why not opt for a chic colour palette of lilac grey?Combine with pretty shades of soft purple, rose or dusky
blue for a really beautiful look.
dreamywatercolour
Ombré and watercolour designs
are set to be huge in 2016.
Add a touch of watercolour to your wedding cake,
consider a chic, watercolour-inspired dress and get
creative with beautiful, ombré
place cards.
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LUXEMETALLIC
Embrace the luxe look with a
metallic colour palette enhanced
with some of this season’s
hottest colours, like serenity
blue, rose quartz and lilac grey.
While gold complements serenity
blue perfectly, rose gold works
best with pink colours and silver
is the perfect complement to lilac
grey. Bring these metallics out in
your wedding cake, tablecloths
and chair covers, and stationery.
Bring the outdoors inside
with a seasonal inspired,
woodland wedding.
Be sure to use 2016’s stunning
shade of iced coffee too
for that all-important
natural look.
When it comes to flowers, you
can never have too many!
Add the finishing touches to your
on-trend peach cake with sugar
flower creations, bring a rustic
touch to your celebrations with a
lilac grey inspired floral wallpaper
backdrop and embrace southern
charm with a fiesta red flower in
your hair.
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If you’re looking to create a casual
celebration that oozes class, opt for grey.
Do remember to team the colour with something
a little brighter to show off your personality.
Some of our favourite combinations include
buttercup yellow with grey, peach echo and grey
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Colour Schemes and Themes
In 2016 we move away from the
crisp Tuscan palette of white,
green and yellow to something
equally chic, featuring a more
vibrant shade of flash green.
Combine with white and deep blue
for a classy, outdoorsy affair.
CLASSICLOOK
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The top ten PANTONE® colours for spring 2016
feature not one but three shades of blue.
From the aqua shade of limpet shell to the dreamy
tone of serenity, and for those looking for something
modern, there’s snorkel blue...these colours alone can
provide the basis for your wedding theme.
set his heart aflutter
Set his heart aflutter by
adopting the feather trend into your attire.
You could even combine feathers with one of this
season’s hottest colours, iced coffee, for a truly
stunning look. Team with feather-inspired décor for a
look that’s feminine, delicate and a little bit couture!
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