When you are choosing wedding colors, you're setting the tone for the entire event. There are as many choices as there are colors in the rainbow (literally!) but it may be that you can automatically filter out some choices once you start to think about details.
Do you have your heart set on a particular flower? If so, you might want to base choices around that color. When picking wedding colors think about your bridesmaid dresses. Any colors that don't sound appealing, you can automatically rule out from the color scheme. If you already know where the ceremony and reception are taking place, think about what colors are used in the carpeting, drapery and decor. In making sure you don't clash with the surroundings, you may have to rule out those hues.
Colorful Invitations
Invitations are another aspect to consider. When your guests receive their invitations, it is their first clue as to what kind of wedding they'll be attending. Think about graphic elements you'll be using on your invitations. For instance, if you're planning on having a tree printed on the cards, will you want a pink background, or ivory?Seasonal Colors
Next you'll want to think about which season you're getting married. Spring suggests soft, gentle colors. Planning a summer wedding? Try bright, bold colors. Fall weddings are the perfect time to embrace harvest hues, and winter weddings are beautiful when centered around rich reds, silver, deep blues and burgundy. Another direction to go when choosing your wedding colors is to consider the meanings behind individual colors:- Red represents beauty, strength, passion, celebration and luck.
- Light blue in your wedding suggests health, happiness, patience and creativity.
- Yellow symbolizes intellect, friendship and cooperation.
- Green is the color of fertility, nature, peace and harmony.
- Pink is the hue of love and friendship.
- Orange stimulates, creates energy and is the color or knowledge.
- Purple represents royalty, mystery, spirituality and growth.
- White reflects peace, protection, purity and fairness.
If you're using related colors, you'll use colors next to each other on the color wheel. If you really like one color in particular, you might want to accent that color by using it among neutrals.
If you're still not sure, visit your local fabric store. There are so many beautiful colors and patterns that you'll surely leave with at least a few new ideas. And if you make your choice while you're there, pick up several yards of a fabric that matches your scheme. You can always make bows to tie on chairs or staircases.
