COLOR INSPIRED : SOMETHING [DEEP SEA] BLUE

It’s another very lovely summer Friday at The Cafe, and my mind has been on the ocean all week long! Between Richmond’s rainy day skies and these lazy beach day longings, I have come up with a color palette of calm, beautiful blues. You really can’t go wrong if you mix different shades of the same color. I would love to see bridesmaids all wear a different shade of blue. So pretty and perfect for summertime! For a color palette of these blues, I like the idea of adding some gold elements, but if you are more of a silver or gray person, that would work well too in tying it all together. Hope you all enjoy your weekend and get a little time to gaze out into the ocean!!! ~ A 

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2. A lovely, deep blue cake inspired by sun prints! Almost has a watercolor feel. via {OnceWed}

3. A simple, classic invitation with an intricate, blue design. via {Minted}

4. A pretty little box of garters for your ‘Something Blue,’ in an adorable blue box. via {EmmalineBride}

5. Rings displayed on an engraved keepsake plate instead of a pillow. A small blue ribbon finishes in off nicely. via {StyleMePretty}

6. A unique, lovely combination of turquoise and gold in this ‘love knotted’ necklace. via {BHLDN}

7. Well dressed groomsmen in Navy suits. via {StyleMePretty}

8. Last but not least, turquoise, gold, and polka dots! The perfect fun wedding shoe. via {BHLDN}

Also, here are some Pantone Color Swatches to help get you started: 

from left, Slate, Spa, Marine, Turquoise, Caspian