Be The First to Add UltraViolet, 2018’s Hottest Color, to Your Wedding

{Photo: Casa De Perrin) 

Have you heard of "millennial pink"? Chances are, even if you don't know it by that name, you've seen it popping up in your Instagram feeds. It's been the hottest color around since it was named Pantone's Color of the Year for 2016 (as Rose Quartz). This year, the new hot color on the block is UltraViolet, and it's showing signs of sticking around.

UltraViolet is a deep blue-purple, both magical and calming. And, best of all, it makes a great color to add to your wedding. If you want to be among the first to take advantage of this unique hue for your big day, here are some ways you can incorporate it.

Ultra Violet Flowers

Whether you're looking to create a more traditional bouquet, or something a little more whimsical, there are many options for you. Think purple roses or orchids for something a little more classical, or purple hydrangeas or a sweet little nosegay made of all violets for a bouquet they'll be fighting over.

Incorporating It into the Dress

If you're feeling bold, and looking for a break from tradition, you can try an all-over ultraviolet gown for your big day. If you'd rather stick to a classic white dress, there are still ways to bring the hue to you. You can add a ribbon, bow, or sash to the waist or bustle, add a touch of embroidery or lace, choose a dress with watercolor detail, or even add a crinoline under a shorter dress.   

Ultra Violet Shoes

It's always fun and flirty to see a pop of color peeking out from under a gown, and shoes are no different. Whether you opt to go for an all-over color, or just paint the sole purple, this is a great way to incorporate the color into your look. 

Add Some Accessories

Accessorizing in ultraviolet is fun, too, whether you choose to add an ultraviolet fascinator (a must if you're giving a nod to any of the royal weddings this year), jewel-toned jewelry, ties for the guys, or even just a cuff-link. A featured color doesn't have to overwhelm the big day. Little whispers of ultra violet will be effective, too. 

Ultra Violet Decor

Whether your wedding is outdoors or in, there are many ways to add a pop of color. Thanks to the richness of the hue, ultra violet makes a great option for table cloths or napkins. It's easy to add with ribbons, 

A Signature Cocktail

You can still create an ultraviolet signature drink for your big day.   Think lavender syrup, blueberries, or black currants, mint and herbs to add a little color to your beverage. We love the look of these Purple Rain insipired drinks

If you're looking for more ways to add some ultra violet to your big day, feel free to reach out to us. Our wedding planners know just what to do to make your day feel elegant and special.  

Why a Consultant Hired a Consultant

{Photo of the Met Gala from Vogue}

I'm always so excited when we take on a new client.  Meeting them for the first time, hearing all about their plans, pouring through ideas and inspiration.  Hearing them breathe a literal sigh of relief after handing over the organization, the tracking of details, the coordination of all of the vendors, permits and timing so they can enjoy the fun parts like cocktail and food tastings.  It's been a pleasure all these years to be a part of our client's successes and to see what a difference we make in planning a wedding or designing a fundraising event.  

This year I had a chance to experience it from the other side and I'm so happy to let a professional take the reigns!  I hired a college consultant for my high school senior to help us through the process.  I'm obviously organized, love a spreadsheet as much as any planner and am at my happiest when checking off my to do boxes but the idea of sifting through some 5,300 colleges and universities in the middle of a busy event season started to seem like not so much fun.  During our initial conversation she shed more light on college admissions in five minutes than I could have sussed out in probably two months of constant research on my own.

A few reasons why consultants are the best:

1.  Expertise - a consultant has a specialized skill set and the experience of years of projects like yours under their belt to give guidance every step of the way.

2.  Support - in addition to organization and design skills one of the biggest things our social clients appreciate is having a support structure in place when planning such an important event in their lives.  Having a friend, confidant, tie-breaker, sounding board, and general back-up is just as valuable.

3.  Time Saver - a consultant can accomplish in a very short time what may take others hours or days to finish.  Delegating some of all project aspects to a consultant saves you time to focus on other work and life responsibilities. 

4.  Problem Solvers - we've kind of seen it all, if we haven't we're accustomed to thinking on our feet and quickly.  There hasn't been a problem yet that we haven't found a solution to.

5.  Fresh Set of Eyes - someone looking in from the outside can often see what others have missed or look at processes in an organization from another perspective.