:: Knottie Friday - Emerald

Just because the Christmas season is coming to a close doesn't mean that we can't still be inspired by its beautiful colors.

Bejeweled emerald green is always beautiful. It is great year round, and ideal for a Christmas or a New Year celebration. Green represents all things fresh and new. And it is said that the emerald gemstone stands for love and success. What better color to celebrate the start of a new life?







Photo Sources
glitter balls, artificial grass in metal tray and gemstones - Jamali Garden :: butterfly - Paper Source :: bouquets - Laura Novak Photography :: dress - My Shape :: cake - The Sugar Syndicate :: eternity bands - Sparkle n Dazzle Co.

~ Aisha Allene ~

:: Knottie Friday - Turquoise + Red

Christmas is a perfect time for weddings. Apart from the fact that you don't have to look far for decor inspiration, the feeling of love, romance and heart felt warmth is in the air, and this makes a welcome addition to any wedding day nuptials.

I love this wedding shot by Chenin Boutwell. Although a summer wedding, (colors courtesy of the bride, Jennifer) I think this would make a fabulous Christmas wedding too. Turquoise + Red = Yummy!

Source: Boutwell Studio Blog

Some suggested accessories for a Turquoise + Red celebration.

Photo Sources
feather-Jamali Garden :: lantern-Candles 4 Less :: bouquet-The Hidden Garden Blog :: crystal-Jamali Garden :: square vase-Ideal Favors :: invitation-Wedding Paper Divas :: gilded votive and ornament-Luna Bazaar :: set of 3 red votive holders-Jamali Garden

~Aisha Allene~

:: Knottie Friday: Purple Reign

Purple - once reserved for royalty - makes a fine and fitting color for a royal event, such as a wedding, ofcourse. Whatever member of the purple family that tickles your fancy (plum, lavender, lilac, eggplant, magenta, violet, grape . . .), when coupled with cream, white, pink, green, silver or even turquoise, the look is exquisite.

For a regal event, think damask, and paisley. These patterns can be incorporated into table linens, stationery, or decor accessories - like the damask votives found on Luna Bazaar.

~Aisha Allene~

Photos {l-r}
1st row : The Knot :: bridesmaid dress - Alfred Angelo :: handmade necklace - Bonita Fike Designs :: candles - Overstock
2nd row: Amazon :: Luna Bazaar :: The Knot :: Handmade cards - Nicole Heady
3rd row: Sugar :: The Knot :: purple gems - Jamali Gardens :: Wedding Wire
4th row: Victor Sizemore Photography :: Overstock :: votive holder - Jamali Gardens :: paper lantern - Jamali Gardens

Purple Paisley Invitation - Wedding Paper Divas

Source: Flower Fresh

Source: The Knot