Derby time is about bright colors – from the fireworks to the fashions and the flowers!

In fact, those intense hues of Derby all begin with Thunder Over Louisville.  Dazzling fireworks light up the night sky to mark the beginning of the Derby Festival.

Derby fashions, of course, are also about brilliant shades of every kind.  It seems that almost any vivid color

 is acceptable and encouraged.  Women, as well as men, feel free to wear even the most outrageous garb.

Flowers are no exception to the rule.  The stargazer lily, official flower of The Oaks, is one example.  All sorts of other radiant flowers are used on Derby hats.  Last, but not least, are the red roses of the garland placed on the winning horse on Derby Day.

At The Rental Depot, we have bright colored linens, napkins, and lighting to jazz up any event. So, why not use bright colors for your Derby event?  It’s a long-standing tradition in these parts!

Did you know that 2019’s color of the year is called “Living Coral?”  It was determined by a company known as Pantone, originally a manufacturer of color cards for cosmetics firms.

In 1963, they developed a system which allows designers to “color match” specific colors regardless of the equipment used to produce that color.

Living Coral is described as “an animating and life-affirming shade of orange with

a golden undertone.” Its warmth and vibrancy speaks to our “innate need for optimism and joyful pursuits,” Pantone explained in its official announcement.

Even though Pantone thinks they are the only “fish in the sea” (pun intended) with regard to color, it really just comes down to YOUR taste and preferences.  So, don’t think that your wedding will be less than spectacular if you don’t have “Living Coral.”

At The Rental Depot, we can help you translate your personal style into the event of your dreams!  We have colors for all occasions.  Our professional associates can help you with your tablescape based on our large variety of linens.

Story by Steve Kaufman

Photos by Kathryn Harrington

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