Along with the anticipation of what the new year holds comes the excitement of discovering the new trends in fashion and decor. This year reveals a cool palette of hot new colors.  One of the hottest colors this year is a fierce jewel tone blue dubbed Cockatoo.  As with any other fashion trend, cockatoo will transition itself from the runway to the bridal world being used as a rich, classic color for 2012 nuptials.

Cockatoo, sometimes referred to as Peacock Blue, is an elegant, versatile choice for a wedding palette as it is an ultra flattering hue for all skin tones.  For all dresses, short to long, you can’t go wrong with this color choice.

Along with providing a beauty boost for your bridesmaids, Cockatoo can also work well as a counterpoint for other colors.  The classic bride might pair it with cool neutrals, such as grays or silvers. The more spirited bride might gravitate to the deep, vivid purples or warm oranges for a dramatic impact.

Not only is Cockatoo a great color to wear but it also makes quite a statement when used in the wedding decor.  Use a cockatoo ribbon accent in a great floral bouquet for a subtle touch of trend.  For the more daring, use peacock feathers in the centerpieces or floral arrangement to add a unique, memorable punch to your wedding decor.

What? You’re thinking that Cockatoo is just too bold for you? Well, don’t write it off just yet.  Here are a few Kate Aspen favors in shades of blue to complement cockatoo.

Every bride looks for her “something blue” and Cockatoo may be just perfect for that new hue of something blue!

Happy planning!

You don’t have to be Cinderella, or Kate Middleton for that matter, to have a princess-inspired wedding. In the new Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Collection by Kate Aspen, you won’t find Minnie in a wedding dress. You see, we had something a little more sophisticated in mind…wedding favors that tell your story, and that are practical and beautiful. Now that your own fairy tale awaits, be inspired!

The world-renowned carriage icon is etched in the glass of this stunning bottle stopper. Cinderella’s magical glass slipper gets the royal treatment in chrome with just the right amount of sparkle..perfectly marrying your childhood dreams with your sense of practicality!

Adventurous at heart like Ariel and Jasmine? Slightly more traditional like Cinderella and Belle? Or maybe you “color outside the lines” more like Rapunzel and Tiana.  With the new Fairy Tale Weddings Favor and Gift Collection by Kate Aspen, there are many ways to express it. Exclusive favors, each with a special message and flair, created to complement almost any wedding theme and décor. And best of all? They’re a little, elegant reminder of when you were princess for a day.

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Happy planning!