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Feather Trends and Color Forecasting

Feathers have become one of the most popular trends seen in weddings right now. From dramatic

decorative elements, to subtle details, feathers can add a touch of elegance to any wedding. Zucker Feather products has created a photo journal of images found on the world wide web to show just how creative designers, decorators and stylists are getting by using feathers within the world of wedding decor. We are shown how feathers can make bold and luxurious statements for event decor, garments & accessories, bouquets & boutonnieres, and gift wrap & stationary.

Because feathers come in so many varieties of style and size in either natural or dyed colors, their are endless possibilities for how they can be incorporated within wedding themes. Based on current trends, we have selected a color collection from our library and have provided a list of feather styles available to help identify what feather items are best to achieve the look you want.

Designing With FeathersBouquets & BoutonniersCurrent bridal trends have shown us just how fantastic feathers can look as bridal bouquets and boutonnieres. When used in combination with other flowers, feathers are a great way to add contrast and texture to any floral arrangement. What’s great is that using feathers can also extend the longevity of a bouquet, helping it look good throughout the entire event.

Event DecorWith a little imagination, feathers can be included within the decor of any wedding color scheme. For a bigger, more elaborate impact, Ostrich, Peacock or Pheasant feathers work well for centerpiece arrangements for both the ceremony and reception site. These styles of feathers can be used to decorate aisle ways, tables, chairs, and even cakes. Feather boas are also great to use as garland for decorating large spaces, or even for a small table centerpiece.

Garments & AccessoriesFrom literally head to toe, feather are being used in the most creative ways within wedding fashions of today. Subtle detailing with

feathers can accentuate a bridal veil, a waist sash, hair fascinator or even a shoe clip. To give a wedding look a more sophisticated and glamorous style, feather fringes can be added to a purse, or bridal garment. Feather shrugs and shawls can also be a perfect accessory to keep the bride warm when the temperature gets cool.

Gift Wrap & StationaryFeather motifs can be as simple as gluing a single feather on your save-the-date cards, invitations, and programs. This theme can also be carried out with gift wrapping or even wedding favors. Give your guests a decadent chocolate truffle to take home inside a box topped with a small piece of marabou boa you glued on to make it a little more fancy & fun. Or for a final touch, a loose feather can be placed inside your “Thank You” notes.

Bouquets & Boutonnieres

Emplume.comGoose Biots

AsYouWish.tumbler.comPeacock Eyes and Swords

KristinDangerDesign.etsy.comOstrich & Chandelle Boas

Lucyohlucy.etsy.comPeacock Flue, Eyes & Guinea

etsy.comGuinea, Peacock Eyes, Marabou

TheHeadbandShoppe.etsy.comStripped Coque, Goose,

Hackle & Guinea

ARdesign.etsy.comDyed Hackle Feathers ChurchWedding.com

Ostrich BoaEmplume.com

Goose Biots

Styles Of Feathers To Design With

Pheasant FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

PAB14 8-14” Ringneck Tails PU, RE, SP

RN8 6-8” Ringneck NATURAL

RN10 8-10” Ringneck NATURAL

GP8 6-8” Golden NATURAL

GRT6 4-6” Golden Red Top NATURAL

Goose FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

GBSS 6-9” Strung Biots BL, PL

Guinea FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

GHPL 2-3.5” Loose Plumage PO, PU, Natural

Rooster FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

CCNSD 8-10” Strung Coque Tails PU, RE, SP

FCQNBD8 8-10” Stripped Coque Tails PU, RE, SP

Ostrich FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

OP9 5-9” Ostrich Drabs BL, PO, PU, RE, SP, VB

OP12 9-12” Ostrich Drabs BL, PO, PU, RE, SP, VB

OP15 13-16” Ostrich Drabs BL, PO, PU, RE, SP, VB

Peacock FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

P15 10-15” Dyed Peacock Eyes BL, SP, PU, RE

PS25 20-25” Dyed Swords BL, SP, PU, RE

P15B 10-15” Bleached & Dyed Eyes BL, SP, PU, RE

PS25B 20-25” Bleached & Dyed Swords BL, SP, PU, RE

Event Decor

Decorating4WeddingsTurkey Marabou Feather

Stylemepretty.comDyed Coque Tails & Ostrich Feathers

Sasha Souza & photos by Damion HamiltonOstrich Plumes

OccasionsOnline.comPeacock Eyes

Feather Suggestions for Event Decor

Pheasant FeathersItem:: Description Colors

PAB18 14-18” Assorted Pheasant Tails BL, PU, RE, SP

LP20 16-20” Lady Amherst Pheasant Tails NATURAL

LP30 20-30” Lady Amherst Pheasant Tails NATURAL

ZP35 20-30” Lady Amherst Center Tails NATURAL

B572 14-18” Assorted Pheasant Tails NATURAL

B594 20-25” Golden Pheasant Tails NATURAL

Peacock FeathersItem: Description Colors

P35 30-35” Stem Dyed Peacock Eyes BL, PU, RE, SP

PS40 35-40” Stem Dyed Peacock Swords BL, PU, RE, SP

P35B 30-35” Bleached & Dyed Peacock Eyes BL, PU, RE, SP

PS40B 35-40” Bleached & Dyed Peacock Swords BL, PU, RE, SP

Ostrich FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

OP19 17-Up” Drabs BL, PO, PU, RE, SP, VB

OSLB 18-24” Spads BL, PO, PU, RE, SP, VB

OP25” 18-30” Femina BL, PO, PU, RE, SP, VB

Due to increasing demands for Ostrich, Peacock and Pheasant feathers, resources may be limited. Using these feathers as wedding decor can be an investment for any event decorator. When stored and cared for properly, such fine quality feathers can be used as decorative elements for multiple parties.

Rooster FeathersItem: Description Colors

CCHBS 8-10” Dyed Coque Tails PO, PU, RE

CCNSD 12-14” Bleached Coque Tails PU. SP, PU, RE

CCNSD 14-16” Bleached Coque Tails PU. SP, PU, RE

CCNSD 16-18” Bleached Coque Tails PU, SP, PU, RE

Garments & Accessories

Stylehive.comOstrich Fringe

Momentvile.comMarabou Boa

WeddingChicks.comCoque Tails & Ostrich

TheHeadbandShoppe.etsy.comDyed Peacock Eyes

Dyed Peacock Flue & Eyes

Lucyohlucy.etsy.comTrimmed Peacock Eyes

TheHeadbandShoppe.etsy.comBleached & Dyed Peacock

Indigodaisywedding.co.ukOstrich Feather Fan

Sacks&Taylor.comOstrich Fringe

Our Feather Suggestions

Feather BoasItem Code: Description Colors

5/SF40 2YD Chandelle BL, PO, PL, PU, RE, SP VB

5/510 2YD Ostrich Boa BL, RE, SP

5/561 2YD Ostrich Boa BL, PL, RE, SP, VB

5/H18 2YD Marabou Boa BL, PL, RE, SP, VB

Feather Trims, Plates, Pads & FringesItem Code: Description Colors

FOO5 1 Ply 5YD Ostrich Fringe BL, SP

FM4.5 3.5” 5YD Marabou Fringe BL

FCQNBD6 4-6” 1 YD Beached StrIpped Coque BL, SP, PU, RE

FNB4.5 4-5” 1 YD Stripped Hackle Fringe BL, PO

P5117 10x5.5” Hackle Plates BL, PU, RE

P595 5-7.5” Hackle Pads BL, PO, PU, RE, SP, VBFeather Garments

Item Code: Description Colors

G6003 Marabou Shawl BL

G10 Marabou Shrug BL

G16REV Ostrich Marabou Shawl BL

Feather Fans Item Code: Description Colors

P1 11x20” Marabou Fan BL, PO, PU, RE, SP

P1P15 15x27” Marabou w/Peacock BL

P5 18x34” Ostrich Fan BL, PO

Feather Corsages, Clips & PinsItem Code: Description Colors

FBTHG Hackle w/Guinea Corsage BL/SP/N

FCGCH Hackle Corsage BL

Gift Wrap & Stationary

Weddingsofdesign.etsy.comPeacock Eyes & Swords

Mattshumatephotography.comPeacock Eyes

CloverCreek.comOstrich Feather

Site.Advantagebridal.comPeacock Eyes & Swords

Papercrave.commOstrich Drab

Shop.Hobbylobby.comPeacock Eyes

Weddingthings.infoMarabou Plumage

Cardsbybeachbombers.co.uk.comStripped Coque Tails

Weddingsofdesign.etsy.comPeacock Eyes & Swords

Our Feather Suggestions

Packaged FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

B351 0.04oz/pkg 1-4” Guinea Plumage PO, NATURAL

B458/10 10pc/pkg 30-35” Stem Dyed Peacock Eyes BL, PU, RE, SP

B458B/10 10pc/pkg 30-35” Bleached & Dyed Peacock BL,, PU, RE, SP

B460/25 25pc/pkg 20-25” Nat/Irid Peacock Swords NATURAL

B570 10pc/pkg 8-14” Assorted Pheasant Tails NATURAL

Peacock FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

P15 10-15” Stem Dyed Peacock Eyes BL, PU, SP, RE

P15B 10-15” Bleached/Dyed Peacock Eyes BL, PU, SP, RE

PS25 20-25” Stem Dyed Peacock Swords BL, PU, SP, RE

PS25B 20-25” Bleached/Dyed Peacock Swords BL, PU, SP, RE

Strung & Rolled Feathers by YDItem Code: Description Colors

CXWS4/5YD 4-5” Dyed Rooster Schlappen BL, PO, PU

CXCSR4/6YD 4-6” Dyed Red Chinchilla Schlappen VB

CXGSG6/8YD 6-8” Dyed Grey Chinchilla Schlappen SP

CCHBS1012YD 10-12” Dyed Coque Tails BL

Ostrich FeathersItem Code: Description Colors

OP9 5-9” Drabs BL, PO, PU, RE, SP, VB

OP12 9-12” Drabs BL, PO, PU, RE, SP, VB

OF/50/1 12-17” Floss BL, SP, VB

Feathers can also be used to decorate wedding ring pillows and flower girl

baskets, along with card receiving boxes, guest books and fancy pens to sign them with.

Adding ribbons and other crafting materials such as rhinestones and pearls are perfect finishing touches for these wedding essentials.

Using feather corsages, pins and clips to decorate a card or wrapped present is fast and easy if you don’t have

time to craft on your own.

If you can’t find the variety of feathers you’re looking for at your local craft store, try

shopping online at etsy.com. We have found several talented accessory designers with ready made feather

Bibliography/Photo & Design Creditspg. 1, Natural Guinea, Pink Goose & Peacock Flue, www.Radokri.com, date accessed: 6/28/12

pg. 4, Guinea, Hackle, Goose boutonniere, www.TheHeadbandShoppe.etsy.com: date accessed: 6/28/12

pg. 4, Dyed Peacock Eyes & Guinea Boutonniere, www.BatcakesCouture.etsy.com, date accessed: 6/28/12

pg. 5, Dyed goose pallates and peacock bouquet, eekdesigns.etsy.com; date accessed: 6/26/12

pg. 5, Peacock boutonniere’s & bouquet, BudgetWeddingBouquet.etsy.com http://www.etsy.com/shop/BudgetWeddingBouquet?ref=shop_sugg; date accessed: 6/26/12

pg. 9, Purple purse with Peacock feather clip, TheCluthes.etsy.com; date accessed: 6/2/12

pg. 9, Purple Peacock Hair Fascinator, TheHeadbandShoppe.etsy.com, http://www.etsy.com/shop/theheadbandshoppe; date accessed: 6/1/12