When we set up a photoshoot, we make it fabulous! Today’s wedding inspiration comes from the pages of our latest issue of Tucson Bride and Groom Magazine in the Style Central article conceptualized and styled by Anne Bryan of Creative Events LLC.  This event planner seemed to have endless ideas for this photoshoot and we all ran with them! Purple is the predominant color but you can see that there are no limits when it comes to this versatile hue.

I love the happy vibe of this setting- the cupcakes from Mini’s Cupcakes are as tasty as they are lovely and the shepard’s hooks provide the perfect opportunity to dress up the ceremony space. Pink and purple are a natural pair if you want a springy mood at your event.

I love this bouquet and the light captured by photographer Chris Richards Photography is beautiful

Cocktail and reception lounges are not just a trend- they are here to stay and why wouldn’t you want to linger in this chic lounge? The white couches are modern and comfortable while the pillows invite guests to hang out, mingle and  relax. The mirrored tables add a glam factor; imagine them at night underneath twinkle lights?

This deeper tone of purple is stunning with glowing golden yellow. The centerpieces by Elaine Taylor Fine Florals strike the right balance between rustic and elegant. Artichokes? Of course! Fruits and vegetables make for fabulous design.

Light purple and mint green inspire a whimsical tone

My favorite color takes the spotlight in this citron and amethyst table. Notice how the bouquet doesn’t have purple “flowers” but still incorporates the thought of purple with the fiddlehead ferns? This is one way to avoid being too” matchy matchy” (event designers wince at the thought of everything being exactly the same color, texture and shape!). I love how the pretty necklace and bracelet from Maya Palace glow in the sun.

Museums such as the Tucson Museum of Art are hip places for weddings! Embrace the surrounding art rather than avoid it- this is a museum after all and if you choose to have your event here, you are choosing a modern design angle, which we think is way cool. The metallic pillows and sexy martinis invite your guests to chill out and have a great time.

Special Thanks to those who contributed to make our latest Style Central photoshoot our prettiest yet:

Tucson Museum of Art :: The Stillwell House and Garden:: El Charro Cafe and Rehearsal Dinners :: Copper Hall at the Historic Hotel Congress :: Creative Events LLC :: Chris Richards Photography:: Elaine Taylor Fine Flowers:: Ambrosia:: Pro Em Party Concepts:: Frostings Furniture:: A Fine Line Stationary and Gift Boutique:: Maya Palace:: Mini’s Cupcakes

I so enjoyed sharing purple with you today!

 Chatting Soon~ Kelly

One of the many surprises at the Phoenix Bride & Groom 10th Anniversary Party this past June was the most amazing activity/favor–custom made flipbooks by Flipbook Memories. Hats, feather boas and fun signs were provided and you’d be amazed how much fun seven seconds of fame can be.

Amy Wahl and her team set us up for some great memory-making with a computer that films and produces these nifty books in about ten minutes.

I can’t stop looking at the two books I made at our party and remembering what fun we had. Ours were imprinted with our 10th anniversary cover–they would look so great with your monogram and wedding date in your wedding colors.