Blush pink and teal green vintage garden tablescape

I've never really been a huge fan of using the colour pink in my work, I think it's because most of the weddings I've seen using pink, are not to my personal taste at all. They look too girly, as though they are fit for a princess! And that's just not my style. This year though I wanted to challenge myself to find shades and tones of pink that do work with my relaxed botanical style, and I am happy to say that I am really enjoying exploring how to incorporate this colour into my work. 

This new love of using pink, is what has inspired this tablescape design today. I wanted to use a blush pink shade with teal green to create something totally different. It even inspired new stationery pieces for the table that worked alongside everything so well. I think this combination would work really nicely for a bridal shower or for a botanical wedding. It's great for anyone who wants an alternative style, mixing modern touches with vintage styling. This design would work beautifully in a garden setting, a rustic barn or inside a magical tipi space. 

So to see how I turned all these decorations into a beautiful design, continue to read on.

Blush pink and teal table colour scheme for a botanical style

The challenge for me with this table, was to get the balance right, as I didn't want the pink additions to be the main stars of the show. I used a teal coloured table cloth to give a bold splash of colour to help emphasise the subtle pops of pink shades, but it made sure the green shades dialled them down. I added a teal chiffon table runner adding another layer down the centre for some texture. I also added teal coloured candles for some height. I added a few shades of pink to keep the design interesting, with blush pink stationery, blush hydrangeas and dusty rose pink ribbon bows. I think I got balance just right, as it still feels very much like my kind of vibe. 

Vintage table decorations & delicate flowers from the garden

I used an eclectic mix of brown stoneware, recycled green bottles, and old worn books as the centrepiece to provide a vintage style for the tablescape. I filled the unique pieces with a mixture of delicate grasses and fresh greenery. I just love a relaxed look that feels as though it was picked straight from the garden. It was very early spring so only a few things were out in bloom in my garden, but I love mixing fresh and dried elements so I didn't mind that. It just shows you don't need many sprigs in each vessel to make an eye catching display. I designed a flag shaped table number on blush pink card with rose gold foil that stood up on top of the books, I wanted it to match the style of the flags on the drink straws. It feels like a thoughtful part of the design, incorporating it within the centrepiece, instead of looking like an afterthought. 

Shop flag style folded table numbers

Relaxed place settings with an elegant touch

I wanted each place setting to feel earthy but elegant, so I styled with a wicker charger mat, scalloped plates and rose gold cutlery to tie in with the stationery pieces. The napkins were my favourite addition, adding pattern really doesn't elevate a design, it makes it look more interesting when you get it right. These pretty ones had a combination of all the colours which worked perfectly. I finished with a dusty rose chiffon ribbon bow placed on top of fun drink straws which said 'Cheers to the Newlyweds.' The slim menu with blush pink name tag I created, provided that elegant touch I was going for.

I hope you have enjoyed hearing how this table design came together. If you would love something like this for your own event that you're planning then you can get in touch with me here.