Trend Spotting: Royal Blue and Raspberry
Royal blue hit the wedding scene hard a few years ago but faded in popularity. It's back in a big way with a lovely new partner, a raspberry shade of fuchsia. A few weeks ago, I discovered a set of cobalt and fuchsia velvet pumpkins which inspired the color palette for a Farmer's Market Harvest Brunch. This party palette of royal blue and raspberry is stunning and ready to take off.
Color Trends
Pantone rolls out predicted Fall Fashion color palettes in March, Spring Fashion color palettes in September, ultimately crowning a “color of the year” each December. The color of the year for 2017 is Greenery; a lovely fresh hue of bright green, like a blade of new grass. {Check out our Greenery party palette inspiration and Green Party Supplies} Given the title of this article, its not shocking that Royal blue and raspberry figure prominently in the color palettes for 2018.
Fashion First
Jewel tones are perfect for Fall but this versatile color pair moves into Spring and Summer with ease. No wonder it's starting to show up everywhere! If you are interested in color trends you might already know we have colors forecasted years in advance by organizations like the Color Marketing Group and Pantone.
We see colors first hit the fashion runway, like this outfit from Casely Hayford, spotted by Mood Fabrics in their 2018 trend report. Colors then trickle down to home decor, ready-to-wear fashion, and finally weddings and events. Check out some of the party fashion already in season.
How darling is this dress from Pippa and Julie? What a sweet little dress for Easter, birthday, or summer party!
Mom needs something to wear too and this maxi dress from Saved by the Dress is the perfect summer party dress!
Love these color blocked heels from Century 21. If you could stand wearing them while pregnant, this would be the perfect Wheels or Heels gender reveal party shoe choice!
Home Decor
And if you still aren't convinced….just take a look at how gorgeous it can be in your home! This Caitlin Wilson Mykonos pillow is stunning in a coastal backdrop. Caitlin Wilson has been on the cutting edge of color trends for the last 7 years! When she comes out with something new….we pay attention!
I'm in love with this floral wall covering shared by Dina Holland Interiors.
And how about this rug looking stunningly gorgeous in Royal blue and raspberry!? Rug is also by Caitlin Wilson. {See I told you!}
Party Palette
Additional Reading
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Love, love love the color combinations!
I love, love, love this color combination! It’s not the typical color palette you see these days, and I’m totally going to use it at my next party!
I think I need those raspberry pants and the raspberry throw blanket with the pom poms. Gorgeous post, as always.
Who knew these colors went together? This looks stunning..
I think this would look great as a shower or fall wedding!
Such a beautiful colour combo! It would also be gorgeous as a colour scheme for a blog/website.
Nicole | The Professional Mom Project
So pretty! I wouldn’t think of this palette, but it works really well!