One of the earliest decisions that you’ll make about how your big day looks is the choice of a color palette. It’s an important decision because it will lay the entire foundation for your wedding and dictates everything from invitations to wedding attire to your choice of floral and décor items. It also is a statement of your style and personality as a couple.
Many brides just go with their favorite colors, but it’s a good idea to take into consideration some other factors.
COLOR sets the MOOD.
Think about the overall feeling you want your wedding reception to have – whether it’s relaxed, glamorous or something in between, and choose colors that put you in that mindset. If you’re going for a fun, lively atmosphere you will want to choose colors like bright pink, turquoise, red or yellow. Want a classic, refined look – tones like navy blue, black, ivory and silver or gold will look perfect.
COLOR can be dictated by the SEASON.
Summer wedding color palettes often include ultra-saturated tones like lime green, orange and turquoise. For inspiration – look at summer fruits like lemons, mangoes, and cherries. (Not only are the colors of the fruits good for inspiration, the actual fruits make great centerpieces.)
Pumpkin Inspired orange hues mixed with browns and earthy greens are great for fall color palettes. Winter wedding color don’t necessarily mean reds and greens, as colors like blue and silver, elegant metallics, or ivory color neutrals can add elegance.
The PINK RENAISSANCE
Yes, pink has always been a favorite, and it’s extremely popular at the moment. There are many different choices that you can choose from hot pink and fuchsia to a neutral mauve pink or soft blush. And don’t forget, there are many pink color wedding flowers to choose from like peonies, roses, hydrangeas and more.
TIMELESS COLORS:
When you look back at your wedding photos in 20 years, you will be glad that you refrained from current trends, and stuck with the classics. Many of you will not remember the 80s which were filled with larger than like big hair, bright neon fashions, and baggy tops. Pick a color scheme that will last beyond the trends of today.
NEUTRAL COLORS
A great option is the popular, neutral wedding color of cream, light tan, or ivory. You can liven up the look with dried flowers, and add details with interesting textures. Mix a few of your favorites into the mix, and you have a very classic look.
CONSIDER YOUR VENUE
Are you having your wedding at a converted warehouse or refurbished loft, which is often a blank slate? No problem, a you can add as much or as little as you like to personalize the space. I love outdoor locations which are naturally beautiful, and opens up the possibility of just about any color. The most important take away here is to choose colors that will compliment your venue.
CONNECT COLOR WITH A THEME
Do you love to dance, like books, love music? Take your inspiration a step further and add another element of fun to your reception. If you love music, don’t number your tables, but give them NAMES of some of your favorite artists. Do the same for favorite movies! Love sports – play up that theme. One wedding I attended gave away SIGNED Baseballs sign with their name & wedding date as favors, and the color of course was their favorite baseball team!
And finally, do you love Fall or Winter – is that a favorite time of the year for you? Choose a date in that season and play up a Winter Wonderland or Fall Harvest Theme.
COLOR CAN REFLECT YOUR STYLE & PERSONALITY
White – Purity, Innocence and Fresh Beginnings
Yellow – Wisdom, Happiness, Intellectual Energy
Pink – Love, Beauty, Fun Personality
Red – Strength, Health, Vitality
Blue – Youth, Peace, Tranquility
Green – Harmony, Balance, Flexible & Unique
Silver – Calmness, Elegance
Gold – Wealth, Power, Tending to Extravagance
Black – Sophisticated, Controlling, Perfectionist, Dominant
So – what’s your color and theme?