We’re all familiar with the classic pastel and white color schemes that brides have preferred for centuries. But what happens if you want your wedding to be colorful and unique? Don’t let tradition stop you from creating the look of your dreams!
A great way to mix things up on your special day is by introducing a color combination that others wouldn’t usually use. This can be subtly with hints of white to keep it minimal, or you could go completely out of the ordinary and opt for something like pink and gold.
This day is all about you and your groom; so don’t feel pressured to do a color scheme or theme that abides by universal “rules”.
Why White Is So Popular For Weddings
The reasons behind the bride’s choice to wear white are rooted in some rather old-fashioned ideas. While a white wedding is undoubtedly beautiful and can take on a variety of interpretations, opting for color puts a modern spin on your special day.
Another reason white is such a popular option is because of its timelessness. We’ve all had the experience of choosing a color that’s madly popular at the time. Remember millennial pink? Trendy shades can quickly become somewhat of a cliché. Choosing a color as simple as white can have its benefits, but then it’s usually the aesthetic that grows old, as opposed to the color. If you take a dress from the 80s, the bride may have opted for a classic chiffon white, but the puffy sleeves and over-exaggerated veil are an immediate giveaway of the times.
So, choosing white isn’t always going to be your saviour. Whether or not you like it, your wedding photos will inevitably show the trends of the time, but that’s the beauty of them.
So, there’s no reason to stress about it. If you feel like your favorite color right now is speaking to you, go for it!
Unique Color Combinations That Don’t Steer Too Far From Traditionalism
Red and White
Although white may be an extremely popular color in the Western world, other countries around the globe see color at a wedding as a no-brainer. Red is a popular color in Asian countries like China, as it symbolizes luck and fertility.
This is a great color to choose from, as the many different reds can suit a variety of skin tones and hair colors and you can still include a bit of white. And it’s hard not to feel like the center of attention in a red dress!
Yellow and Green
In Morocco, the color yellow is a festive symbol of happiness and protection from the evil eye spirit. A bright yellow will be paired with the bride and groom’s choice of green. Green pays a tribute to the appreciation of nature the Moroccan people hold dearly.
A yellow and green combination can bode well at any summertime wedding. To acknowledge the culture behind the inspiration, you can always choose Moroccan as the theme for the catering, with delicious foods bright enough to match the color scheme.
Green, Red & Purple
Another country that uses the soothing qualities of green as a hero color in its wedding scheme is Korea. Many Korean brides opt for an apple green gown with embroidery of red and purple, a truly traditional and occasional piece.
A Sacramento bride in a western setting can take inspiration from the color combination of apple green and red or pink. This may sound chaotic, but using embroidery and silk is a creative way to embrace the theme. This color scheme would be great for spring when you’ll find flowers with their softer, under-ripe colors.
Black
In Spain, it’s common for brides to dress all in black. The meaning behind this is slightly morbid, but romantic too! The color black symbolizes the bride and groom’s commitment to each other until death.
If you opt for a darker color palette, you can make it more subtle by contrasting it with a daytime setting, or you can fully embrace it and host your wedding in a cathedral. There’s nothing more chic than black!
Wedding Color Combos Of The 21st Century
All That Glitters
At the turn of the century, everything was about subtle metallic. Silken fabrics with undertones of silver and gold were in vogue. Since then, history has started to repeat itself. Silvers, golds, and other metallics can look incredibly chic and ethereal at any wedding.
Match this scheme with soft, matte powder makeup for a stylish contrast. The soft shimmer “mermaid” look incorporates colors like lilac, powder blue, butter yellows, and soft pinks that have stood the test of time and still look chic.
Seasonal Hues
Many brides will opt for seasonal color tones on their wedding day, which can look great and saves the wedding planner a world of trouble. However, this is a very predictable color palette. In sticking with the theme of nature, why not try earth tones for your wedding day instead?
This color palette is great for the historical settings of Sacramento, as it perfectly complements the striking surroundings. A bride can opt to go with a brown tone for a modern look, or she can stand out in a subtle off-white amongst her bridesmaids in coffee, chocolate, or reddish-brown. This tone will also save money on flowers, as you can use locally-sourced seasonal blooms. You can even make your own bouquet from flowers that you pick.
Festive Colors
Many brides shy away from the winter season for weddings, but when planned in advance with the precautions in place, a winter wedding can be a beautiful event with none of the stress of the summer wedding season. At this time of year, your wedding will be falling close to Christmas, so a red and green color combination can bring festive warmth to the day.
There are many ways to do this theme with class and subtlety, like by incorporating fresh foliage from the season like pine tree clippings, holly, and poinsettia. Place a bunch of mistletoe above the arch for an adorable Christmas twist. Not only are Christmas weddings chic, but they will also save your planner money and time. This way, the family will already be in town for the festive season, and venues and decorations will come at a better price. It’s a win-win for everyone!
