Another year means that Pantone has chosen a new color of the year. Be prepared to see a lot of purple this year as the 2014 color of the year is radiant orchid. Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, describes the choice of radiant orchid perfectly:
"Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination. An invitation to innovation, Radiant Orchid encourages expanded creativity and originality, which is increasingly valued in today’s society. An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm.”
For this reason, radiant orchid is sure to be a popular color choice not just for events but also for weddings in 2014. Here are some great ways that you can incorporate this vibrant hue into your wedding planning for 2014...

My first choice of integrating the color of the year into your event design is with the floral bouquets. Set against your white dress the purple bouquet will really pop. Create your bouquet using flowers in varying purple hues to make it unique like this one below.
With Radiant Orchid as your wedding color you want to look for fun ways to incorporate the shade into the wedding so as not to over-do it. Taking the color and using it for your place cards, like these from The Frosted Petticoat, or creating labels, like the ones on the wine bottles, is the perfect solution!
When it comes to choosing a color to pair with radiant orchid it is best to stick with neutral tones. Golds, silvers, grays, tans, and whites are perfect choices for weddings. A great example is this pairing of champagne and orchid from Every Last Detail
Here is another great coloring pairing example from La Fete Weddings. The use of the clear stones, mirrors and silver table accessories really lets the purple shine as the statement color without it being overwhelming.
You don't have to shy away from integrating the color into your food and beverage choices. Create a candy and dessert bar with a variety of purple, white and gold candies like this one from Style Unveiled or have your caterer create a signature cocktail in the radiant orchid hue.
And you can't forget about your bridesmaids! Radiant orchid will be found in women's fashion throughout 2014, so finding dresses for your girls will be easy to do. A great option is to have your girl's chose dresses in a variety of shades which will blend together perfectly when they are all standing by your side on your wedding day.
There are just so many options when it comes to finding ways to include the Pantone color of the year into your wedding! What is your favorite radiant orchid wedding idea?

xoxo
Megan

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