Inspiration: Red

Whether you’re a fashion designer, an event planner, or a romantic with an undying love of all things

plan to use it as an accent or the dominant color, red always stands out. But, in general, the further on the spectrum you get from the primary color, the more intimate or warm of an atmosphere you can create. Light reds transition well into soft pinks, and toeing the line between deeps reds and intense purples is a good way to set a specific mood. With beautiful furniture and upscale accents, you can’t go wrong either way.

Here are a few accent pieces and images of events with red décor that you might find inspiring: