How to Pull Off a Unique Color Scheme

Posted on 14. Jul, 2010 by in unique reception ideas

Just like all of the other aspects of a wedding, the right color scheme reflects the style and personalities of the bride and groom. Choose a color scheme that is not only a reflection of yourselves, but also of your big day.

You may simply use a favorite color as inspiration, or you might pick colors which harmonize with your seasonal palette. Another great way to choose wedding colors is based on what kind of “feeling” or theme you want your wedding to emanate.

Let’s start with the easiest one – your favorite color. In order to make a huge impact on your big day, implement your chosen color as much as possible. From the flowers to the bridesmaid dresses to the food, make sure all of your guests don’t have a doubt as to which hue makes you the happiest. After you decide on your favorite color (which shouldn’t take much thought), choose an accent color that complements it. For example, let’s say your favorite color is green. A great complementary color would be brown. While it might not sound like the prettiest color combination, green and brown are natural earth tones that are especially pretty for an outdoor garden ceremony in the spring or summer.

The next method to choosing a color palette is to base it around what season your wedding will be in. Spring weddings are the most popular, so let’s use that as an example. There are so many options, from pastels to bright colors, which tend to work well together no matter which ones you choose. Let’s say you prefer bright colors, but don’t want your choices to be too overpowering. There are ways you can add pops of neon color that make a big impact but do not distract from the elegance of your big day. If you can’t choose just one, why not have a whole rainbow?

The last method is to choose colors that pop into your head when you think about the theme or vibe you would like your wedding to have. For instance, say you want to have a classic vintage wedding with a twist. Instead of choosing the ever popular powder pink, go for a peach shade instead. Add some gray accents, and you have a gorgeous vintage affair with a unique and modern twist.

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