Lately, I am absolutely in love with the Damask pattern!! It is quite evident on my site since I chose it for my background. I am one who is just recently embracing vibrant colours, so until I can completely, I think the Damask pattern is a great way to add a little "spice" (so to say) to those weddings that are leaning more towards simplicity. For example, if you're all about the black and white, or just want one main colour, adding some pattern here and there is a perfect alternative to make your event stand out.
Just one tip: DON'T include Damask everywhere!!! Too much of anything is not good and you do not want your event to look like a Damask explosion or give someone a headache; patterns can be too busy =D
INVITATIONS : You want your invitation to express the style and formality of your wedding. If you want to keep it as formal and elegant as possible, one way to include Damask is by having it on the inner section of the envelope.
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RIBBON: You can purchase Damask ribbon and just use it as an accent while keeping the rest of the invitation plain and simple.
STAMPS/STICKERS: If you want to include the pattern in a subtle manner, try including it solely on the envelope
To incorporate Damask in the ceremony, you can have Damask ribbon or fabric wrapped around the stems for your bouquet.
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RING BEARER PILLOW : An adorable way of incorporating the Damask pattern is by having your Ring Bearer carry a Damask pillow down the aisle. It will really give your guests a glimpse of what to expect at the reception.
Including patterns in attire is huge right now...
DRESS : Depending on your style, a Damask wedding dress may be a bit much. But if it's YOU, why not right?
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If you do not something this loud, you can always find a dress that has a bit of Damask along the lining of the train or just along the bust line.
TIE: The groom and groomsmen can wear a Damask tie. How cute would that look on the Ring Bearer or a Junior Groomsmen!?
PURSE: The ladies know that it is all about accessories!!! You can take an old outfit and turn it into something different and glamorous every time you wear it depending on your accessories. Carrying a Damask purse with your lipstick, compact, or breath mints will unify your Damask feel even more so.
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The reception is where you will have to wrap things up and really make it all blend togehter. So, make it as memorable as possible. All your tables, no matter what shape, can have a solid colour with a Damask runner. OR you can use the Damask napkins. However, I would not recommend using both, depending on the width of the runner as it may be too much.
I would also recommend sticking to one set of colours in the Damask pattern. For example, if you choose the black and white, stick to it throughout. Switching to the brown and blue in other areas, again, will be too much.
CAKE: Regardless of how much you want to spend on your cake or how extravagant you want it, if you are going with a Damask inspired wedding, you really should use it on your cake. A cake can go from simple to elegant by adding a Damask pattern to it. Regardless of whether or not you want it all over, you can achieve this modern look by using stencils in specific areas. Speak to your cake designer and see what she/he can arrange for you.
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MONEY BOX: Your guests will not miss your money box if you go all out with Damask on your money box.
As you have seen, Damask is offered in many colours, many differents shapes and variations of details. Stand out and DO NOT BE AFRAID TO USE PATTERNS!
