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“Paisley print is an easily recognized pattern that resembles a crooked tear drop or half of a yin-yang. A very popular print on all sorts of clothing and fashion accessories during the 1960s, paisley print is commonly found today on men’s ties and handkerchiefs. It has also recently resurfaced on women’s skirts and handbags. Though paisley print became popular when it appeared in the shops of London’s Carnaby Street during the mod fashion frenzy, its origin can be traced back to India.”

Courtesy WiseGeek.com

Somewhat inexplicably, I’ve lately been drawn to all things paisley. I’ve never been a big fan of paisley in the past, at least not more so than any other prints out there. But then Mr. Magnolia and I began the registry process, and everything changed.

When we were picking out china, we knew that wanted something simple yet distinctive, something that will be complementary to a lot of colors, but not boring. Ultimately, we decided on Kate Spade’s Bonnabel Place.

And so, the obsession with paisley began.

I’ve downloaded paisley dingbats (is that not the funniest name for an electronic picture, by the way?), I’ve purchased paisley stamps and ribbons, I’ve researched paisley-accented stationery…you name it, I’ve looked it up. I know that it’s easy to go over the top with a theme/motif, so I’m definitely trying to avoid doing just that.

But look! KenzieKate does a fabulous invitation with paisley…so I must not be the only one who appreciates the design.

And, Abby Jean from Style Me Pretty featured a gorgeous paisley invitation from Demby & Solomon just last week.

I was a bit bothered by the new fascination at first, because even though the above reference calls paisley “mod,” it always seemed very preppy to me…but then I realized that Mr. Magnolia and I are kind of preppy, so I guess it works.

Are you planning to incorporate a motif throughout your wedding? Does it suit your personality as a couple, or is it just something you like? At what point does a motif become overkill?