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15 February 2012
I often get asked how to incorporate that tricky color called blue into an event. After all, there are endless shades and each one evokes a different emotional reaction. First thing's first...what mood ARE you trying to set? Fun? Drama? Romance? Pick a shade that will set the right tone for your celebration. Brighter blues are more playful and fun while those with more purple and red hues in them add more drama and romance to your event setting.
Next, look at how you can incorporate that color with these three elements: flowers, linens and lighting. By focusing on these basics you can create an ambiance that is just right for your celebration.
As you see, this event featured large blue hydrangea centerpieces which pop off a clean black linen while dramatic uplighting of area furniture modernize the room. The three elements merge to create a sophisticated, upscale atmosphere fit for a socialite's wedding or even a large corporate function.
Now, if you're having trouble picking a shade of blue to work with, ask your event coordinator or florist to see samples of available blue linens or flowers. This ensures that you'll be choosing from shades that are actually available to use for your event.
Happy Planning!
-Jeff
Jeff Alencastre is an event planner & designer, floral designer and artist. Jeff brings over 10 years of experience to the industry, as he began his artistic endeavors at a young age. In high school he served as a design consultant for St. Patrick School’s annual May Day celebration where he once constructed a 40 foot replica of Aloha Tower for the theme “Boat Days”. Throughout college he designed events for friends and family and after graduating began his career planning events for HONOLULU, Hawaii Business and Hawaii Home + Remodeling Magazines.
Determined to incorporate the fine details, floral design was very quickly added to his repertoire of services offered as he began designing more and more weddings. Jeff uses his eye for detail, love of style, passion for beauty, commitment to excellence and amazing work ethic to define and interpret the style of each client and then creates unforgettable celebrations that are timeless."
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