Inspired by the silk paisley tunic I wore yesterday, I thought about how much I love bright turquoise paired with bright olive green. Turquoise always brings shades of teal, sea green and aqua to mind and while not a major departure from my favorite sky blue and kelly green color combination, when paired with a bright shade of olive, it certainly exemplifies how a subtle shift in hue can make an impact on the landscape of color options.
Speaking of landscape, many years ago I had taken a quick trip from New York to the coast of Barbados for a weekend of R&R. Fondly recalling the cheerful turquoise homes dotting the beaches and the lush green environs, I was compelled to take another look at the gorgeous coastline and was instantly transported.
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After pondering surfing lessons and admiring the sea foam green hotel a little longer, I picked out a few style elements ideal for carrying the sophisticated color combination throughout the details of a summer afternoon outdoor wedding.
Some favorites began to unfold, including this rich patterned envelope liner from Spark Letterpress. Upon receipt, it would certainly unveil a hint of the festive celebration ahead.
The outdoor/afternoon factor invokes a more casual chic dress code for guests but the bride, of course, will delight in a sparkly accessory or two like Jimmy Choo's mirrored heels, Tiffany's bracelet bag or Jennifer Behr's crystal bobby pin.
I'm also a fan of these JCrew and Amsale bridesmaid dresses -- especially the bowmonde silk taffeta style. Both are good choices for making a color statement but keeping the wedding party's look simple and elegant.
Gifts for the girls and groomsmen are perfect places to show off your signature shade, too. They can range from the simple -- like Mountain & Sackett's Oliver Street bow ties -- to the sublime. Perhaps a pair of Tiffany's yellow citrine sparklers for the Maid of Honor?
A turquoise rock candy stirrer or a few of Wendy Kromer's festive fabric-inspired fondant cakes add texture to the menu mix while the Mad Mac macarons are a tasty treat to send guests home with.
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