Your Wedding Color Combinations
Choosing your wedding color combinations is one of the first decisions you should make because you will then know what direction to go in when decorating the ceremony and reception hall. You will want to incorporate that color theme in your wedding decor- wedding invitations, wedding favors, 
bridal party gifts
, floral arrangements at the ceremony and reception, bridal party attendants, bouquets and possibly a splash on your wedding dress.
Wedding color combinations is all about you exploring other coordinating color schemes rather than just the traditional colors. Use the popular colors seen at many weddings but explore mixing those colors with others to create your own individual palette. Your goal is to get away from the over-used boring wedding colors and give your wedding a fresh upbeat look.
When trying to decide on your wedding color combinations, limit your choices to a total of three colors. Your goal is to keep your wedding elegant and coordinated. Once you have made a decision about what colors you want, stay with it. Try not to let others change your decision so that your choices become disjointed. The last thing you want to do is to leave your guests wondering what in the world you where trying to achieve by mixing so many colors.
Need help choosing just the right wedding color combinations? Take some of the worry out of coordinating just the right color palette with a wedding color wheel that is small enough that you can take everywhere with you. The Just Marry Color Wheel
is the perfect gift for the bride-to-be in helping her to coordinate unique color schemes with confidence.
Keep your favorite wedding color combinations in a binder or wedding planner
for easy reference as you go shopping both online and in bridal shops and stores. for easy reference as you go shopping both online and in bridal shops and stores.
Planning a wedding in the spring and need some inspiration with coordinating your wedding color combinations? Several popular wedding colors are aqua blue, pink and green. New sections have been added to expand your possibilities. Create your own spring or summer wedding color palette by pulling colors from several different categories.
Summer wedding colors can include all shades of greens and blues, black and white and also orange and fuschia. Add summer accent colors in yellow, pink, lighter shades of purple such as orchid and for the beach scene a aqua blue.
If you are planning a fall wedding, let the colors of nature be your guide. Include shades of brown, rust, orange, burgundy, hunter green and gold. Mix and match the colors with other dark colors or with beige and cream.
Winter and holiday wedding color themes can include black and white, reds, all white, golds and dark purples.
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Wedding color combinations is all about you exploring other coordinating color schemes rather than just the traditional colors. Use the popular colors seen at many weddings but explore mixing those colors with others to create your own individual palette. Your goal is to get away from the over-used boring wedding colors and give your wedding a fresh upbeat look.
When trying to decide on your wedding color combinations, limit your choices to a total of three colors. Your goal is to keep your wedding elegant and coordinated. Once you have made a decision about what colors you want, stay with it. Try not to let others change your decision so that your choices become disjointed. The last thing you want to do is to leave your guests wondering what in the world you where trying to achieve by mixing so many colors.
Need help choosing just the right wedding color combinations? Take some of the worry out of coordinating just the right color palette with a wedding color wheel that is small enough that you can take everywhere with you. The Just Marry Color Wheel
is the perfect gift for the bride-to-be in helping her to coordinate unique color schemes with confidence.Keep your favorite wedding color combinations in a binder or wedding planner
for easy reference as you go shopping both online and in bridal shops and stores. for easy reference as you go shopping both online and in bridal shops and stores.Planning a wedding in the spring and need some inspiration with coordinating your wedding color combinations? Several popular wedding colors are aqua blue, pink and green. New sections have been added to expand your possibilities. Create your own spring or summer wedding color palette by pulling colors from several different categories.
Summer wedding colors can include all shades of greens and blues, black and white and also orange and fuschia. Add summer accent colors in yellow, pink, lighter shades of purple such as orchid and for the beach scene a aqua blue.
If you are planning a fall wedding, let the colors of nature be your guide. Include shades of brown, rust, orange, burgundy, hunter green and gold. Mix and match the colors with other dark colors or with beige and cream.
Winter and holiday wedding color themes can include black and white, reds, all white, golds and dark purples.
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2010 Wedding Color Trends
Each year the wedding trend forecasters and designers try to put a new twist on what will be the hot must have colors to be seen at weddings. The 2010 wedding color trends are featuring bright bold color choices that will be seen in spring weddings and all year long.The hottest wedding color combinations will include red and black. You will see a lot of dark red or ruby red paired with light and dark colors. A vibrant shade of red could be paired with light to medium shades of yellow, coral or orange. Red and black together is always a great choice. Brides choosing red and black themes can add a splash to their wedding gowns in the bodice, along the hemline or tied around the waist in a long flowing sash. Bridesmaids could wear a solid red or black dress. These colors could also be incorporated in wedding invitations, floral arrangements, wedding favors and on reception tables.
Top Wedding Colors for 2010
Ruby Red- a vibrant deep shade of red looks great all year long but especially if you are planning a February wedding
Purple- all the shades of purple from pastel to a dark vibrant shade
Dark Blue or a lighter shade of Navy Blue- is a warm color that will look work well with tropical weddings
Coral- remains a favorite for a beach themed wedding
Light Gray- this color will look especially great with coral and pale pink
Vibrant Darker Shades to Use in Your Wedding
Orange- makes a great accent color with lighter oranges, peach, red, ivory or turquoise.
Yellow- a bright yellow could be paired with turquoise for a beach or tropical theme wedding
Pink- shades of bold or darker pink could be paired with black, red, orange, brown or gray
Green- pair shades of green with beige, violet or pink for a subdued color palette
Great Accent Wedding Colors
Shades of Blue- Tiffany Blue, Cornflower Blue, Light Blue, Aqua blue
Shades of Green- Clover Green, Lime Green, Chartreuse Green, Army Green
Where to Start for Wedding Color Inspiration
A quick stop at your local hardware store to get paint chips is a great place to start. Use the paint strips and paint chips to mix and match color combinations to see what colors coordinate the best.As an example, lets say you are planning a fall wedding. Using the fall foliage palette the following colors come to mind- orange, red, yellow, green and brown. How can you coordinate two or three of these colors to come up with your unique wedding color combination? The colors that you select will add a level of sophistication or simplicity to your wedding day.
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The Meaning of Colors
Aqua- is a favorite for beach or tropical weddings and looks great when paired with shades of browns or pinks.Black- is sophisticated and assertive and can offer a very clean graphic look when paired with white. Black as an accent color looks great with pinks, blues, yellows, greens and many other colors. Black can also be worn as an accent color on the bride or bridesmaids dresses.
Brown- the shades of brown are showing up in many weddings and looks great when paired with pink, aqua, purple, coral or mint green.
Champagne- is a more conservative, traditional color that has a vintage feel.
Coral- is found in many Latino, East Indian or Caribbean weddings. This color coordinates well with teal, rust, brown, pink or yellow.
Gray- is a modern, retro and sleek. This color has taken the lead over champagne as a very hot neutral color and looks great when paired with a wheat or heather color.
Green- has become an environmentally friendly color for the eco-conscious bride. Shades of green or lime green paired with pink or rose are sought after combinations.
Ivory- this color is considered elegant yet soft spoken and mixes great with most colors. Use pastel or rich deep colors as an accent on your gown or with table settings.
Navy- is a classic color and looks great when paired with mint green, dusty orange, cream, gray or white.
Pink- the lighter shades of pink are a happy color that is very versatile when paired as an accent color or main color paired with other pastels or vibrant colors.
Purple- is a strong color that has been associated with royalty. In modern times, it has taken a more glamorous look and works well when paired with grays, charcoals or black.
Red- is a very passionate romantic color that can be used all year long but is extremely popular for Valentine weddings.
Royal Blue- is more traditional and pairs well with yellow, blue and gold.
Yellow- is a very cheery color that brings happiness, makes people smile and brings about optimism and closeness. Shades of yellow look great with white, pastels and many primary and vibrant colors.
Save the Date Cards
Send your family and friends personalized unique Save the Date cards with or without a picture. Tell the story of your relationship, history of your engagement or share the details of your wedding weekend with Save the Date cards. These Save the Date cards are great for out-of-town friends and family who you do not see on a regular basis but who you want to share your upcoming nuptials and how you met your finace.Modern Save The Date Cards at Minted.com
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Traditional Wedding Color Combinations
Two-Color CombinationsBlack and White
Black and White, Ivory or Cream
Black and Pink
Black and Gold
White and Ivory or Cream
White and Gold
Red and Pink
Red and Black
Silver and White
Periwinkle and White
Three-Color Combinations
Black ---White ---Silver
Black ---Red ---White, Ivory or Cream
Black ---Pink ----White or Ivory
Black ---Red ---Gold
White ---Ivory ---Gold
White ---Ivory ---Black
White ---Pink ---Black
White ---Silver --- Periwinkle
Brown ---Black ---Cream or Ivory
Popular Wedding Color Combinations
With these popular wedding color combinations, you are only limited by your imagination.Shades of Pink
Burgundy and Emerald
Navy and Silver or Gray
Shades of Purple
Red and Black or Red, Black and White
Shades of Yellow
Ocean Color Tones
Spring Wedding Ideas
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Spring Wedding Color Combinations
If you are planning a spring wedding, you have a lot of choices when it comes to colors. You can use softer colors such as pastel lavender, light blue, pink, green and yellow. Hot pink and melon orange can also blend well with many spring wedding colors. Add you favorite spring colors to your wedding invitations, wedding favors, bouquets, flowers, reception table decorations and wedding party outfits or accessories.You can choose two or three color combinations to mix and match or add in another color to create your winning wedding color combinations. Be creative. Try something new. The lists below are a good starting point to help you come up with your winning wedding color combinations.
Two-Color Combination Ideas
Pink and White
Pastel Green or Lime Green and Light Blue
Orange and Pink
Brown and Pink
Brown and Light Blue or Medium Blue
Lavender and White
Ivory or Cream and White
Pastel Green and Darker Green
Pink and Pastel Green or Melon
Three-Color Combination Ideas
Pink ---White --- Ivory or Cream
Periwinkle ---White ---Ivory or Cream
Light blue ---Tan or Mocha ---White
Pink ---Lavender ---Light or Pastel Green
Lavender ---Sage ---White, Ivory or Cream
Lavender ---Pastel or Light Green ---White or Ivory
Sage ---Pink ---White, Ivory or Cream
Summer Wedding Color Combinations
One of the most popular times of the year to get married is during the summer months. You can choose to have your wedding ceremony and reception inside or outside in a garden setting or at the beach during daylight or early evening hours.You can choose your summer wedding colors around a wide variety of nature's bold colors found in blooms and foliage and use pastel colors as background accents. Some summer wedding colors to consider include pastel pink, light blue, yellow or lavender to red paired with hot pink or orange. Maybe you prefer to use the calming color of light green that can paired with a darker green, pink or lime green.
If you are having a beach or tropical island destination wedding then incorporate the colors of the surroundings in your flowers, invitations, favors, bridesmaids dresses and reception table decor. Your summer wedding colors can reflect the colors of the greenery, water, sand, plants and flowers.
Can't decide which colors to use for your summer wedding and reception? Browse through the two or three color combinations to get some ideas. Add to the list with one of your favorite colors. Make your selection of colors from the summer wedding combinations and then include them in your flowers, bouquets, bridesmaids dresses, initiations and reception tables. Include popular summer themes such as sunflowers, beach themes, sailboats and sea shells.
Two-Color Summer Wedding Combinations
Red and Bright Orange
Red and Pink
Lavender and Purple or Violet
Lavender and Sage, Light or Medium Green
Yellow and Pink
Aqua and Turquoise
Aqua and White, Off White or Cream
Turquoise and White, Off White or Cream
Three-Color Summer Wedding Combinations
Pink---Orange---Red
Pink---Orange---White or Off White
Pink---Light or Medium Green, Sage or Yellow
Purple---Lavender---White, Ivory or Cream
Hot Pink---Purple---Yellow
Hot Pink---Orange---Off White or Cream
Favorite beach wedding colors
Two-Color Beach Wedding Color Combinations
White and Turquoise
Light Turquoise and Turquoise
Periwinkle and White
Light Green or Lime and Lavender
Off White, Ivory or Cream and Taupe or Tan
Light Blue and Ivory, Off White or Cream
Three-Color Beach Wedding Color Combinations
Light Turquoise ---Turquoise ----White
Light Turquoise ---White ---Cream or Ivory
White --- Cream or Ivory ---Mocha or Tan
Cream, Ivory or Off White--- Mocha or Tan ----Gold
Coral ---Off White, Ivory or Cream ----Mocha or Tan
Dark or Navy Blue ---Light Blue ---White
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Fall Wedding Color Combinations
The colors gold and ivory incorporated into your fall wedding colors gives an elegant, classic look. The color gold creates the warmth of orange in a more subdued way. Since the ivory color is neutral, it plays off the rich color of gold.Choosing deep jewel tones such as purple, dark green, sapphire blue, burgundy or ruby look great when mixed with gold, cream or silver. The gold, cream or silver accent color will play off and make the deep rich colors standout.
You can also try a deep brown paired with a pale or neutral blue. The warmth of the brown color when paired with the coolness of the blue creates a very striking palette.
Many color combinations can work well for your fall wedding. Most colors can be paired with an accent shade to bring out that fall color scheme. For example, if pink is your main color try pairing it with gold, brown, dark green or other fall colors. If a shade of yellow is your main color, try pairing it with one of the jewel tone colors.
Best Fall Flowers- Mums, roses, dahlias, daisies, hydrangeas, gardenia, calla, fall leaves, dried berries, natural and dried wheat.
Best Bridal Dress Colors- An off white or cream dress with gold or other fall color accent
Need more inspiration in planning your fall wedding colors. Choose two or three colors, mix and match or add in another one of your favorite colors. To get you started, consider some to the color combinations below.
Two-Color Combination Ideas
Red and Brown
Red and Orange
Brown and Dark Purple or Eggplant
Rust and Olive or Dark Olive
Taupe or Mocha and Dark Olive
Dark Purple, Dark Plum or Eggplant and Olive
Three-Color Combination Ideas
Red---Brown---Orange or Burnt Orange
Brown---Taupe or Mocha---Cream or Ivory
Sapphire or Royal Blue---Wine or Burgundy---Dark Purple or Eggplant
Olive---Dark Olive---Dark Purple, Dark Plum or Eggplant
Navy---Silver---Periwinkle
Forest Green---Cream or Ivory---Cranberry or Burgundy
Dark Purple or Eggplant---Gold---Cream or Ivory
Red---Mustard Yellow---Rust
When choosing your fall color combination, remember to choose colors that you find appealing.
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Winter Wedding Color Combinations
Choose your winter wedding color combinations around silver and white, white and light or medium blues, red and green or gold with red, green or burgundy.Need more help in planning your winter wedding colors? You can choose two or three colors, mix and match or add in another one of your favorite colors. To get you started, consider some to the color combinations below.
Two-Color Combinations
Red and White
Hunter Green and White
White and Silver
Brown and Red
Brown and Hunter Green
Periwinkle and White
Three-Color Combinations
White ---Red ---Hunter Green
White ---Silver ---Periwinkle
White ---Silver ---Red
White --- Silver---Hunter Green
White --- Silver ---Burgundy
White --- Periwinkle ---Royal Blue
Brown ---Hunter Green ---Tan or Mocha
Brown ---Red ---Tan or Mocha
Christmas Wedding Color Combinations
Give your holiday or Christmas wedding a bold splash of deep shades in red, green, bold yellow or blue and pair it with gold, silver or shades of white to represent snow.Have several Christmas trees or a winter scene decorated as your main focal point. Use ornaments in many colors, reindeer in gold or silver, holiday greenery with berries or small decorated trees on your reception tables.
Christmas or Holiday Decorations for the Reception Hall or Tables- tinsel, candy canes, plain or fancy pine cones, sleighs, snowflakes, holiday plates in a Christmas pattern or solid red and green, Santas, mistletoe, holiday stockings, icicles and small wrapped boxes or actual presents.
More Christmas or Holiday Color Ideas- crimson and evergreen, silver with light blue and white
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Need More Wedding Color Inspiration?
If you are planning a wedding during the spring, summer, fall or winter season and have not decided on your wedding color combinations, then you need to checkout our other lenses below. You will see lists of the best colors for each season along with seasonal ideas for flowers, wedding favors and invitations.
- Spring Wedding Colors
- The days are getting warmer. Flowers are blooming. Find out what colors look great when planning your spring wedding and reception.
- Summer Wedding Colors
- Having a summer wedding is the number choice of brides. You can choose to have the wedding ceremony and reception inside or outdoors. Color selections range from pastel colors to bright reds and oranges.
- Fall Wedding Colors
- If you a planning a Fall/Autumn wedding, find out what colors, flowers, favors and invitations work the best for this time of the year
- Winter Wedding Colors
- Plan your wedding around the holidays with lots of red, green, blue or gold colors or a more traditional winter scene in white, shades or blue, silver and greenery.
Share Your Wedding Photos
Make your special day even more extravagant with photo books, picture frames, invitations, and so much more! Share your wonderful news with Save the Date cards. On your reception tables, include stickers and photo books for your guests to look at and to take home. Have photos of family and friends on mugs and then fill them with candy and other goodies.
Your Wedding Colors
Tell us the season you plan to get married and what color combinations you will be using.
We will do our best to feature a few of your wedding colors in flowers, cakes or reception settings and tables, etc. Check thru the wedding color combination pictures for "fan favorites".
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- maria charisma pellazo maria charisma pellazo Dec 15, 2009 @ 6:53 pm
- hi pls help me..what is the best color combination of royal blue? thankspls email me at charismapellzo@yahoo.com
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- mtw mtw Nov 9, 2009 @ 9:15 pm
- red and green color theme
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- A A Oct 13, 2009 @ 11:27 am
- Are teal, champagne and Brown good combinations?
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- vera vera Oct 6, 2009 @ 1:47 pm
- pls will mint green and orange be a good combination for my wedding
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- mary mary Sep 23, 2009 @ 12:13 pm
- Please will the colour combination pink, blue and brown work well togeather
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- dhes dhes Sep 22, 2009 @ 1:58 am
- what is the best color combination (motive for the wedding) on this coming december?
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- The_Perfect_Pear The_Perfect_Pear Jul 21, 2009 @ 2:25 pm
- Awesome Lens!! Great information!
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- Anna Anna Jul 6, 2009 @ 11:30 pm
- I thin red and gold would be a good combo for a regal feel but not too much gold or you'll get a gawdy feel...blegh!
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