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Sentimental Hues
It’s said to bring good luck to a marriage when a bride wears something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence in her shoe. To embrace the tradition of something blue, brides only need to open their eyes and call upon the vibrant colors of the Caribbean, where blue is always the backdrop.
Your something blue should be personal. Maybe it’s a meaningful gift from your fiancé, a favorite memento, a vacation souvenir, or a family keepsake like a powder blue clutch or a handkerchief with periwinkle embroidery. When seeking that perfect blue bit of good luck, the comfort of family might be just what you need by your side.
Blue's The Muse
For a modern spin, invite everyone in the wedding party to participate. Consider a bridal party in dresses that match the colors of the sea, sky, and island flora.
You can ask moms and bridesmaids to coordinate or offer them the freedom to choose a blue best suited to their personal style. Even the little ones can make a big impact with the ring bearer donning a turquoise bowtie or the flower girl wearing cerulean ribbons in her hair.
Coastal Cool
Don’t forget that the men in the group can dress the part, too. Cobalt tuxedo jackets, pale blue-toned suits, or a subtle nod to the sea with an aqua tie can all make a splash. Whether the wedding is in a chapel on a resort or barefoot on the beach, you can find a versatile blue that fits the look you want to create.
Before & After the Big Day
Who says you can’t incorporate something blue beyond your wedding day? Forgo the expected white bikini or board shorts and opt for blue swimsuits. Before you walk down the aisle, gift your gals pajamas, robes, or sarongs in a shade of blue that sets the color scheme for your wedding week. Plus, it will forever be a reminder of your destination wedding.
Blue-tiful Accessories
Accessorizing is an easy way to add a touch of your favorite shade. From turquoise or sapphire jewelry to an azure pocket square or matching blue shoes, this is the time and place to have fun with color. Consider a bridal bouquet wrapped in pastel blue or a pair of aquamarine earrings for the walk down the aisle.
Wearing a jacket? How about a seashell pin on the lapel, finished with a navy ribbon? Every detail is a perfect opportunity to weave in the beauty of the Caribbean.
Chic Subtleties
Your blue can also be a private sentiment no one can see. Sew a robin’s-egg blue bow into the hem of your wedding dress. Slip into a custom aquamarine garter. Shop for dancing shoes with cyan soles. Even a baby blue heart painted on a fingernail is a perfect way to weave in tradition on your big day.
No matter how you choose to honor something blue, incorporating hints of the Caribbean’s spectacular color palette ensures your destination wedding is full of personal meaning, luck on your big day, and for all the years to follow.
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