This is the most casual and whimsical style, marked by free-form design and a mix of bright colors. “There’s this whole group of consumers that love Etsy and love that hand-crafted look and feel," says Skaff. "So it’s like folk art, but in a youthful way. It’s spirited, upbeat, and quirky."
Very bright colors mark this style, including green, teal, yellow, pink, and orange. Butterfly and insect prints have also become popular in fabrics for fashion and home, and that will translate to floral design as well.
From a floral perspective, Skaff says bold choices such as alliums, Gerbera daisies, sunflowers, and even hand-dyed “rainbow roses” align with this trend.
Tablescapes featured floral arrangements in hues of burgundy with gold accents; the floral design came from Autumn Vine Design, Ron Carter, Eddie Zaratsian, and Tic-Tock Couture Florals. Candlelight accented the custom velvet table linens, and burgundy draping from Pipe Dream Events added an elegant vibe to the entire room.
“Icon Mann represents men of color who are at the top of the respective professions,” said William P. Miller, founder of W.P. Miller Special Events. “In my sixth year of producing this event, I stay creatively inspired. It is always an incredible feeling of honor to design an experience for such legends and change architects, and also to be recognized as an Icon Mann myself.”
