Picking A (Wedding) Palette

I've been working with a client who is getting married in Maui this summer, but will be having her reception here in Seattle in October. Going from sunny beaches to the possibly rainy fall skies sounds like it would be a tough transition to make, but it's actually been very fun, thanks in part to the bride-to-be's open mind and whimsical ideas.

Part of the process was creating these two mood boards incorporating elements that she really loved: lots of paper and handmade details, lanterns, and a palette based on the aqua+chocolate brown that she's chosen for the wedding. I took these ideas in two directions - one above and one below - for her to base a palette and feel from.

The first board is a bit more whimsical with the addition of orange (a nice fall color) to her palette and uses more of the paper elements and lots of birdies and nests that add a cozy feel. The second board is a bit more beachy and soothing, adding some neutrals to the mix, but using more natural elements like succulents for a soft green, and seashells in soft pinks - an elegant an fresh take on the beach theme.

I actually loved them both, and am excited to work with the one she chose (incorporating some elements of both, actually!). Which would you go with?

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