Monday, December 5, 2011

This Year's Unconventional Christmas Wrapping

I am completely obsessed with the color combination of blush pink and hunter green. It all started in New York when I painted my nails "Going Incognito" by Essie. Loved. Then I waltzed into Zara and left with my new favorite hunter green skinny jeans. Where the blush pink combo came in, I'm not quite certain.... I don't think I own a single blush pink item. But inspiration hit me, and I fell in love.
 
 
So, point of the story is that I found this year's unconventional Christmas wrapping color scheme! I spotted this solid green paper at Michael's, then went on a mission for pink ribbon.
Unfortunately, the pinks are slightly more bubblegum and the green is a little more kelly than I'd like, but it works. I also found this solid gold paper and realized that could only ever help, so I added it to my cart. Thus far, I am quite satisfied with this look! Thoughts?

Check out my teal + red wrappings from two years ago. That was quite pretty and unconventional, as well!
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21 comments:

  1. signature mixDecember 5, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Essie going incognito is one of my favorite nail colors! I love that it inspired this color combo. And I really like the alternative to traditional holiday gift wrap.

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  2. JackieDecember 5, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    I think it looks so pretty! Blush pink is my total obsession, I can't get enough of it!

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  3. Julia - the Urban SlantDecember 5, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    love the color scheme!! I need to invest in pretty wrapping this year -- totally makes a gift.

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  4. Alex {Things That Sparkle}December 5, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Ohhh I adore this color combo!

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  5. Bailey@ peppermintblissDecember 5, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    you are a super christmas nerd. I love it.

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  6. UnknownDecember 5, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    I adore blushy pink with EVERYTHING and kelly green is no exception- LOVE your wrapping- the solid green paper is perfection and with the pink...couldn't be better!

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  7. Lara {simply irresistible}December 5, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    So cute! Still very cheery and holiday-ish without being too traditional. Love!

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  8. Allyson [Mimosas in the Morning]December 5, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    I love the Christmas wrapping! usually I'm a classic red and green while the bf always wants to switch it up with blue or silver. Maybe I'll just shock his pants off with something like this!

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  9. One Stylish Day at a TimeDecember 5, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Very cute! I think blush pink is my favorite color. I end up wearing it and decorating with it year round. Truly a go-to neutral!

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  10. AnonymousDecember 5, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Super cute :)

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  11. samantha ramageDecember 5, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    what an unexpected color combo- so preppy.

    xo
    sami

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  12. Kate {domestikatedlife}December 5, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Great color combo!

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  13. Gaby [The Vault Files]December 5, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    I've been on a blush crush for a while, LOVE it! And I love pairing it with army green, is kind of soft and pretty meets though girl ;)

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  14. BrittanyDecember 5, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Hi Alaina! I noticed you used burlap as your tree skirt. I love that look! Where did you buy the burlap and what size did you use?

    Thanks!
    Brittany

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  15. TinaDecember 5, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    omg how gorgeous!! i love how those colors look together, so you!!

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  16. bevyDecember 5, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Green and pink are a great combo! and the gold adds a nice shine for the season!

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  17. Megan@TwoDelightedDecember 5, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    I love these colors together. This is actually what I want to go for in my bedroom. Looks great with the tree!

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  18. Maureen StevensDecember 6, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    love the color combo! it's still festive without being too traditional

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  19. MeredithDecember 8, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    I love doing something unexpected! This year I went with brown, teal, red and gold.

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  20. LindsBDecember 15, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    I've got to get my wraping on this weekend- I love the pink, green and gold you did! I think I need to add some more pink into my wrapping this year- love it!

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  21. ChrissaDecember 22, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Dude. I feel so much better, Alaina.

    I thought I was the only one that colored themed my wrapping every year.

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