I love, love, love following the design trends from around the globe! Inspired by colour, light and texture I am always looking for creative new ideas to present to clients.
Luxury and elegance define the trend for 2010. Achieved in an effortless, yet elegant style with a trendy sophisticated feel. The feeling of feminine yet sensual is combined with subdued colours. Colour trends include; beautiful muted neutrals and mineral tones, gold, copper, and silvers, including platinum which trend towards grey. Soft pinks to deep burgundies are mixed with lavender. Rich plum or aubergine is paired with fuchsia, celadon and brown overtones lightened with mocha and pearl. Reds trend towards venetian red for the fall.
Contemporary design, rich colours and textured patterns, have a strong following in the interior design industry this year. Colour, lots of colour defines the fashion industry. A lot of blues, greens and lavender. Fabrics are weightless and fluid. Accessories are hot! Add gloves, purse and shoes in an inspiring colour to complete your outfit. Mirror and light reflective materials continue to be popular adding iridescent and opalescence surfaces. These special effects are applied to fabrics, jewelry and printing.
Sustainable design is the way of the future. Naturally inspired texture and colour are still hot in 2010. Organic elements such as driftwood, berries, branches, grasses, pods and mosses have continued interest. Natures resources are paired with urban influences.
Elegant blossoms will stand out this year with orchids remaining a staple. Garden flowers such as peonies, hydrangea, daisies, dahlias, roses and tulips are still modern classics. Arrangements are simple in design with the focus on single colour schemes, using three or four interesting materials. Unexpected colour, texture and dimensions add an element of surprise or unexpected glamour in 2010. Clear glassware that show the mechanics of florals are popular and finished with stones, pebbles, acrylic ice and interesting floral wire.
Round hand tied bouquets continue to be popular with a trend towards tear-dropped shaped bouquets with a freshly picked feel. Accessorizing florals with jewels, wire, feathers and personalized ribbons are instant glam.
This season’s events are all about personalized details! Invitations that reflect your theme and carry from menus and place cards to ceremony and reception décor. Gorgeous floral centerpieces, signature cocktails, soft and subtle lighting, tailored cakes, trendy linens, napkin treatments and patterned glassware. Lounges are all the rage and a fabulous way for guests to kick back and enjoy the evening. Add a martini bar with signature drinks and let the fun begin!
Today’s bride and groom are creating their own traditions, from the Candy Station, to personalized table names in place of traditional numbers, square head tables, chocolate fountains in place of a cake, pictures before the ceremony, wish cards in place of a sign in book to mailing music requests with the invitations. Have fun with the details.
Remember……it’s your day…..your style!
Elizabeth Johnston, Creative Director
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