When Pantone speaks, we listen. They are the kings of the color world for fashion, home decor, textiles…EVERYTHING! Their much anticipated Color of the Year announcement came recently and their 2012 Color of the Year is Tangerine Tango! I love this color for it’s energy and versatility:

 

I asked wedding coordinator Bella Janssen of Bella Bride Weddings and Events what she would pair Tangerine Tango with and here are her suggestions:

For March, April and  May, I would mix the tangerine with yellows and greens. To me it’s spring, fresh, crisp.

(Images above courtesy of: Austin Gros Photography, Floral by: Jan Dekker Designs)

For the months of June, July and August, I would do tangerine with turquoise, hot pink, a deep yellow or bright blue with touches of white. That screams summer, playful, fun.

 (Image courtesy of: Serafine Photography, Floral by: Your Event Florist)

(Image courtesy of: Emily Snitzer Photography, Floral by: Avant Garde)

(Image courtesy of: Chris Richards Photography)

 For the months of September, October and November, I would use a tangerine that is not to bright and I would mix it with a gray. If the bride would still like to keep it bright but yet not as bright as the Tangerine Tango, I would mix it with navy blue, a dark red, black maybe a touch of brown or ivory, depending on which color the bride picks.

(Image courtesy of: Artisan Photography, Floral by: White Hot Events)

(Image courtesy of: Emily Snitzer Photography, Floral by: Avant Garde)

Happy Planning from your Tucson Wedding Blog!

Kelly

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Our new issue comes out in a few days and after all the hard work, we like to relax a bit. So we do that for about 10 minutes then we get right back to work and since this next issue is AMAZING, we just want to give you a little preview. A short teaser, if you will, to whet your Tucson wedding appetite.

One of our photo shoots for the new issue was catering driven so we have a treat for you today! This is the Hacienda Corona de Guevavi where the shoot took place. It’s historic, picturesque and full of character.

I can’t give everything away but I can tempt you a bit. All of the food for this photo shoot was done by Annette Hartman Catering whose food is both delicious and beautiful!

Annette Hartman generously shared a few recipes with us!

Fiesta Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 4 cups cubed rotisserie chicken • 2 cups frozen corn, thawed or on can of corn • 1 cup chopped red or orange bell pepper • 1 cup chopped red onion • 1 small jalapeño chopped fine • 1 cup minced fresh cilantro • 1 tablespoons lime juice • 2 teaspoons ground cumin • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon chili powder • 1 teaspoon mixed pepper blend • 1 cup of name brand mayo or enough to blend until creamy

• Tortilla chips or scoops

Blend well and scoop on you favorite tortilla chip. This is an awesome and easy appetizer. Enjoy!

BLT Stuffed Tomatoes

Ingredients:  2 pints cherry tomatoes (about 32) • 6 slices of cooked bacon • 1/2 cup mayonnaise • 1/3 cup finely grated cheese • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions

Directions:

1. Cut off the stem ends of the tomatoes. Using a small paring knife, remove the seeds and place in a bowl, place the tomatoes cut side down on paper towels

2. Finely chop your bacon.

3. Stir together the mayonnaise, bacon, cheese and green onions spoon into a resealable bag. Cut off the tip of one corner.

4. Place the tomatoes cut side up on a platter and pipe mixture insides tomato. Garnish with additional chopped green onions.

 You might want to double this recipe they go fast.

 

Here’s the crew for the day!

Many warm thanks to all who participated!

Catering and Styling: Annette Hartman Catering

Photography: Amanda Rockafellow Photography

Location: Hacienda Corona de Guevavi

Videography: Beyond Video

Floral Design: Elaine Taylor Fine Flowers

Linens: Tucson Party Rentals

Stationery: A Fine Line Stationery &  Gift Boutique

Cakes and Sweets: Village Bakehouse

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