One trend I'm loving right now (and really have for a while now) is using many shades of one color, or ombré. While still picking two or three main colors for your wedding or event, try singling out one of those hues and varying the saturation. Purple is a really great color to try this with, as is green. Below are some pictures of cakes that have incorporated this design technique, just fantastic!!
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This was the inspiration cake for this post, sort of! I saw a larger version
(4 tiers by [NineCakes.com]) in the Spring 2011 'The Knot' Mag. The one
pictured above is [Maggie Austin].
  
Try using textures with your hues. This adds a dramatic elegance.
[Martha Stewart Weddings] If you're adventurous, click source link for the recipe!  [Madly Stylish Events]
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| If you're really creative, you can even ombré the inside! [Style Me Pretty] |
Try the ombré trend for BM dresses or even florals! What color do you think this technique would look best in?
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