Polka dots are a great way to add a fresh modern look, as shown in Glamour’s article featuring Blake Lively, we used the inspiration in spring’s hottest colors to create these Pear green invitations. The Anjou heavyweight background card and white overlay were wrapped with a lavender grosgrain polka dot wrap for a chic look ($1.10 each with envelope, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AR-ANJO-LAVPOLK.html). Order extra polka dot ribbon for to wrap the bouquets or centerpieces for a cohesive look.

We used Pantone’s color of the year (Tangerine) and paired it with silver and goldenrod for a chic summer wedding color palette. A designers tip: use 60% of the main color, 30% of the secondary and 10% for the accent throughout your event as a rough guide. For a stunning tabletop using these colors; pair an orange tablecloth with silver chargers/plates accented with yellow napkins and flowers. For invitations, we used the Sunset orange and Goldenrod for these custom printed invitations from Formal-Invitations.com ($164/100), paired with an envelope with a silver liner. Bridesmaids wearing the vibrant orange hue, could add silver shoes and jewelry, while carrying a yellow based bouquet.

We love the relaxed, yet elegant vibe of rustic weddings and created these pretty invitations, inspired by this popular trend. Starting with the on trend gray-green Meadow card and layered with a white overlay for a luxurious heavyweight feel. The cards were then wrapped with a romantic lace wrap and satin moss green band ($1.34 for each invitation with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/ARY-MEAD-LAMO.html). The overlay was printed with a vintage flower illustration, that also could be used on place cards, menu cards, programs and favor labels ($14 for a book and cd of 417 images, also from Formal-Invitations.com at http://www.formal-invitations.com/OA-ART-PAIS.html).

I think this gorgeous silk Avalana bridal gown ($450 from Coast London) also lends the same, elegant-rustic look with a modern edge… love the high/low hemline!

Pantone, the global authority on color, announced Tangerine Tango, a vivacious, enticing orange hue, as the color of the year for 2012. ”The 2011 color of the year, Honeysuckle [pink], encouraged us to face everyday troubles with verve and vigor. Tangerine Tango, a spirited reddish orange, continues to provide the energy boost we need to recharge and move forward.”

We love this vibrant hue and used in these beautiful orange wedding invitations. The heavyweight Papaya card was layered with a white overlay, then wrapped with a fine paper fuchsia pink sash, printed in a modern orange, lime and metallic gold floral design. Only $1.18 each from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AS-PapyFant.html.

This stunning Carolina Herrara bridal gown, worn by Bella in the latest Twilight movie, is made out of crepe satin and French Chantilly lace. The dress will be available at her CHNY boutiques next year and Alfred Angelo will be selling a replica in select stores, priced at $799.

Inspired by the gorgeous lace detail, we created these beautiful custom printed wedding invitations in wisteria (though any color can be used at no extra charge). The rustic vintage border and fresh modern color was perfect match, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-RUSV-WIST.html ($164/100).

Perfect for a winery-themed wedding or event, these rich purple invitations were made using the heavyweight Eggplant card and white overlay, wrapped with a romantic lace and moss satin wrap ($1.34 each from Formal-Invitations.com). The overlay was printed with vintage grape illustration  ($14 for a book of 1268 images plus cd from Formal-Invitations.com) and would also look great printed on the program, favor labels and place cards. Order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/ARY-EGGP-LAMO.html.

Celebrate with Organic Cabernet Sauvignon ($16) from Frey Vineyards, featuring a deep purple color with black cherry, berry and herb aromas that follow through on a round, supple entry to a dry-yet-fruity full body, topped with nutmeg notes. Sip it slowly with Fair Trade organic chocolate.

For extra wedding invitations savings, visit Formal-Invitations.com this week for their annual summer sale. Take 10% off your final order of diy invitation kits, custom printed cards or invitation supplies this week only …offer expire on Friday August 5th at midnight, use code SUMMER10 when checking out.

Select from unique papers and embellishments, including these 100% recycled heavyweight cards printed with beautiful blooms for a fresh modern look, great for bridal showers and garden weddings. The printed translucent vellum overlay is a attached to the cards with a crystal jewel brad for some sparkle ($1.04 for heavyweight card, vellum, crystal brad and envelope from Formal-Invitations.com). Checkout the entire collection of layered invitations with modern and vintage prints at http://www.formal-invitations.com/wedding-invitations-prints.html.

Celebrate July 4th with savings from Formal-Invitations.com, a leading provider of unique invitations. Take $15 OFF orders over $100, use code 15JULY4 when checking out, offer expires at midnight on July 4th 2011.

Elegantly patriotic, these distictive red, white and blue invitations feature a heavyweight scarlet red background card and crisp white overlay wrapped with a rice-paper unryu sash and royal blue grosgrain band for texture and dimension… not your typical flat card ($114/100 diy or printed for $164/100). The overlay was printed with a vintage flag illustration ($14 for a book and cd of 556 holiday images from Formal-Invitations.com), which could also be printed on menu cards, programs and more for a unified look. Order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AYU-SCAR-COBA.html.

Perfect for table favors, this White Favor Box from Lake Champlain features their all natural, made in Vermont gourmet chocolates. Customize your favors by choosing among 20 different ribbon colors to coordinate with your event’s color scheme, and by selecting your favorite combination of chocolates, including truffles… white raspberry would be a great choice for a patriotic theme.

These metallic blue wedding invitations feature vintage artwork and a ruby crystal brad, perfect for a July 4th, military, patriotic wedding or political event. The 100% recycled overlay was printed with a vintage stars and stripes illustration ($14 from Formal-Invitations.com), which could be used throughout your event on place cards, menu cards and programs for a cohesive look. We used a sparkling ruby red crystal brad to attach the overlay to the metallic blue heavy weight card (78¢ each with 100% recycled envelope from Formal-Invitations.com, a family owned and operated boutique), order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AD-NAVY-RUBY.html.

We also love these all natural, bio-degradable freeze dried rose petals from Flyboynaturals.com for a splash of red, …the perfect eco-friendly choice for corporate events, rose petal walkways, table decorations and plane fly overs. They are non-staining, not slippery and grown in the USA.

Perfect for a late summer or autumn wedding, these unique fall wedding invitations feature a 100% recycled rich yellow heavyweight background card and white overlay wrapped with luxe gold metallic cording that was strung with black, brown and amber glass beads, for truly distinctive announcements that stand out from the rest. The overlay was custom printed with vintage sunflower image  ($164 for 100 from Formal-Invitations.com), and ships with mail protector and 100% recycled premium envelopes, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AG-GROD-EART.html.

Also checkout Fiftyflowers.com for another great value, they offer six “Sunflowers and Gerbera Daisies Bridal Centerpieces” for $129 including shipping… this package features an assortment of yellows and oranges that truly captivate the colors of fall, fresh from their farm to your doorstep.

Inspired by the fresh summer colors of green and yellow, we created these chic pear green invitations using the heavyweight Anjou green background card, white overlay, delicate unryu sash and Daffodil yellow grosgrain band, adorned with a sparkling Peridot crystal brad. The overlay was printed with vintage floral clip art ($12 from Formal-Invitations.com) and can be used throughout your event for a cohesive look. Order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/AYD-ANJO-LEPD.html ($1.22 each from Formal-Invitations.com).

We also love these cute lip balm spheres, perfect for a shower favors. EOS lip balm is 95% organic, 100% natural, and paraben and petrolatum free. Select from summer fruit, lemon drop, honeysuckle honeydew, tangerine and sweet mint.

Do you like these colors for a summer wedding or shower?

We used the same invitation from Formal-Invitations.com in a previous post and swapped out the colors for Pantone’s other fall fashion picks. The honeysuckle pink was specified for the background, the vintage cherubic artwork in bamboo and emberglow orange was used for the text background. Mixing vintage illustrations with a modern color palette provides a beautiful look with a contemporary edge.

Formal-Invitations.com allows you to change colors at no charge and is a great value at only $164 for 100 for a custom printed invitation card. Order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-ORNA-CHER.html