Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Inspiration Board: Porcelain Blue and White China

There are certain designs that are unmistakably traditional Chinese. For instance, bright red colored brocade with shiny metallic threads always relates to a customary Chinese wedding design. But here's an inspiration board that screams classic Chinese by using a traditional design element -- blue and white porcelain. Although royal blue is a popular wedding color, I've rarely seen this kind of Asian motif as a wedding theme. So take a look at these inspiration boards I've put together for a lovely and unique Chinese feel.

Asian Inspired Blue Porcelain Wedding
Using Chinese ceramics in blue and white porcelain channels your ancient Asian heritage. Yet the classic design can be versatile in many different materials and textures. Think about using a mix of blue and white flowers or using the patterns on stationery and paper things.

Asian Inspired Blue Porcelain Wedding
For couples mixing East and West cultures, this wedding theme may be a beautiful union of heritages. Porcelain wares have an ancient history in Asian cultures, yet in the early 1600s the Eastern trade brought the fine porcelain techniques to Europe. Delftware, as it is known to the Dutch, has become signature art decor treasured by Europeans.
Asian Inspired Blue Porcelain Wedding
Images credit: Floral Presentation: Carolyne Roehm / Dresses: John Galliano / Bridesmaid Dress: Donna Ricco / Porcelain Vases: Bliss Living / Shoes: Nina / Earrings: Ginfish

9 comments:

  1. oh my goodness! this is a gorgeous palette! totally stealing it :)

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  2. Thank you for sharing such an amazing ensemble of photos. This is really exactly what I was looking for as far as inspiration for a Delft-inspired wedding.

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  3. adore those dresses! and that cake... magnifique!

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  4. Absolutely fabulous! My fiance and I chose blue and white as our wedding colors and we were trying to get ideas for centerpieces. You have completely renewed my ideas about everything for our blue and white wedding. We love this idea. Thanks.

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  5. fresh new take on Asian. i likey

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  6. this is really neat. i never thought of blue as a chinese wedding color.

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  7. I love your site and your inspiration boards are my cup of tea, absolutely stunning!!! Thanks for your fresh take on Asian Inspired Weddings!

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  8. Take a look at some of the Asian inspired bridesmaid dresses from the brand Frocks London, they would totally complement your wedding themes!

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