The Colour Inspiration Guide - Rainbow Dawn Edition — Where Light Meets Colour
- Melissa Bellefontaine
- 24 sep
- 3 minuten om te lezen
Bijgewerkt op: 25 sep
For balloon artists who design with emotion, contrast and glow.
Some people see a sunrise.
We see a palette of possibilities.
Soft gradients, shifting tones, and the quiet magic of early light, this Rainbow Dawn Edition is built around those in-between moments. The ones that aren’t loud, but still make you pause.
Each colour combination in this set was crafted with Sempertex balloons, using finishes like Satin, Fashion, Reflex and Silk to play with texture, tone and light reflection. Some are double-stuffed. Others shine on their own.All of them are sealed with a final layer of Hi-Shine, to give the colours the glow they deserve.
This edition is all about balance — of warmth and coolness, of softness and clarity, of what’s seen and what’s just hinted at.
☀️ Golden Hour
Warm • Hazy • Refined
620 Pastel Matte Yellow → 406 Satin Pearl Pearl
806 Silk Oyster White
870 Silk Gold Dust
This palette captures that soft, golden warmth you only get right after sunrise, a glow that wraps everything in calm. Think creamy yellows, sun-tinted orange, and a hint of shimmer layered through satin finishes.
It’s warm without being loud, soft without being dull. Perfect for early summer events, delicate backdrops, or neutral lovers who want something just a little more radiant.
💚 Emerald Mist
Cool • Grounded • Dreamy
126 Pastel Dusk Green Tea → 430 Satin Pearl Green
932 Reflex Aurora Green
806 Silk Oyster White
A palette that feels like a quiet breath in the forest just after sunrise, soft greens layered with subtle shine and grounded neutrals. The mix of Pastel Dusk, Satin Pearl, Reflex and Silk finishes adds depth without heaviness, creating a look that feels both airy and anchored.
It’s green, but not in a typical way. It’s elegant, misty, and full of subtle movement.
Perfect for nature-inspired installs, wellness-themed events, or clients who want something fresh and refined with a touch of glow.
🌊 Azure Sky
Crisp • Airy • Uplifting
038 Fashion Caribbean Blue → 406 Satin Pearl Pearl
806 Silk Oyster White
826 Silk Cool Mint
This palette is a breath of cool morning air — soft blues, gentle whites, and a hint of mint that gives everything just a little lift. It’s fresh without being cold, and clean without feeling sterile.
The double-stuffed Caribbean Blue is softened with pearl for a sky-washed look, while the silk finishes add calm and cohesion. This combination feels modern, serene, and crisp, like open skies on a clear morning.
Perfect for baby showers, minimal event styling, or any design that needs clarity, calm, and quiet impact.
Your Own colourbook
This is the second edition of a growing Colour Inspiration Guide — a downloadable reference for balloon artists who love building their own palettes.
Each edition adds a few more pages. Over time, it becomes your personal colour companion: Printable. Saveable. Shareable with clients.
👉 Download the guide here
More coming soon
More palettes are already in the works
Seasonal sets, Monochromes, Bolds and Neutrals with a twist.
In the meantime, let colour lead. Let curiosity guide your choices. And don’t be afraid to mix, shift, and surprise.
💬 Let’s keep the conversation going.
Which palette would you start with?
Log in and share your thoughts in the comments, or tag me @melissabellefontaine.be if you try one out!
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Melissa Bellefontaine melissabellefontaine.be Balloon Artist · Educator · Creator
