It's a bird, it's a hue, it's..

O so delicious "Emmy bracelet" Gryphon Jewelry Designs- Naples, Florida
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You've heard the expression "flavor of the month?" This flavor of sorts so rich and yummy is my monthly inspiration, but I assure you will not expire at month end. As Spring ads and retail everywhere severely, stun us with "bright" color blocked hues, my luscious shade envelops its admirer with powerful elegance like its namesake. The color Peacock Blue is my new, must have perfect pigment I'm slightly obsessed with!

Peep toe pumps my fav shoe style by the master Christian Louboutin

   I would style a bride in these peep toes with this modern, ethereal gown by Jenny Packham in less than a heartbeat! As I've mentioned repeatedly, color somewhere on a bride is so chic. I always get the question after a bride purchases her gown..What color shoes would match? Oh no, please don't match I say. Gone and good ridden are the days of dyeable shoes. Let each accessory you wear shine and make a statement of its own. This rich, color does just that with a diamond white all the way to an antique, creamy ivory gown.

You may have noticed there is a slight variation in Peacock Blue, which like the bird is unique and completely acceptable. Again, without being fanatical about matching I would pair it all together and have no qualms at all. Its also one of those colors where you'll know it if when you see it. Perhaps hard to explain when sharing with your maids that Peacock Blue is your color of choice. As seen above, grab some yard or fabric from a craft store to get your inspiration and carry it in your wedding planner to take you on a journey of fabulous details that will come from this special, color. Use a touch of it as a gorgeous, accent color. I love this dramatic bouquet with hints of Peacock Blue. The contract in color with the dark tones is magic.

You really cannot go wrong with incorporating a bit of Peacock Blue somewhere in the wedding details. I honestly say this not because SJP started the whole feather in her head craze or because one must wear a feather to be chic or because feathers are retro or because they have deep symbolism or because I just really love feathers on a bride. Those are all good reasons and nothing wrong with any of them. In fact, they are all true. I previously posted about my love of feathers. My point here is if this color came from a another planet's dirt pile, I would still be captivated. It just happens to be inspired by the majestic bird who happens to have be lucky enough to live with such color on a daily basis. Consider it for its beauty alone and then for its purpose (ie feather use).  You can extract the color and not have a single plume on your wedding day or you can use his majesty the peacock's actual plumage and let him adorn your wedding in his full regalia. Either way, your taste will speak volumes. enjoy