Your Wedding Colours

Getting the colour scheme right for your wedding is a big decision. It’s important for it to be right for you and your guests. Once you have made your decision, however, you can go on to plan a wedding that will be beautiful and totally fitting for you and your fiance.

There are several things to consider before you pick your colour scheme, however. There are various factors that make all the difference.

What season will your wedding be in?

There are some colours that look better in spring and summer; such as pastels and warm bright colours. The opposite is true for winter where deep colours are more appropriate.

Is the colour easy to find?

It’s not just a matter of picking a colour for the bridesmaid’s dresses. The colour may also be reflected in the tablecloths, centerpieces, flowers, favours, ties, etc. Do a little investigating and make sure the colour is widely available.

Is the wedding and reception indoors or outdoors?

Keep in mind if your reception will be outside that some colours can look washed out in the bright sun. You might want to go a shade more vibrant. If the wedding is inside, then check to see what colours are primarily used on the walls of the wedding reception hall. If they’re neutral or seem to fade into the background, you’re okay.

What time of day will the wedding be?

If the wedding is at night, darker colours may be in order to add a sense of glamour. Consider using an element of shimmer in your fabric colours.

Is the colour too popular?

Obviously you don’t want to use the same colour everyone else is using this season, especially if your good friend is using it at her wedding two weeks before your wedding. You don’t want to appear to be a copycat. Do some checking around if you have concerns.

Too much colour?

Don’t go overboard with one colour. You can use various shades of the colour, or mix in another colour with it, like silver, black, charcoal, or gold. This works especially well if your primary colour is a bold one.

Stick to one or two colours only or it will all seem a hodge podge rather than any sort of colour theme. Make sure the primary colour you choose does have a secondary colour that can be matched to it. And keep this in mind – using certain secondary colours such as silver or gold can even make your wedding look more expensive than it is.

The flower choices?

Remember your flowers. Are there flowers that go with your colour scheme? If you’re adamant about having a particular flower, consider making that colour your primary wedding colour.

Does the colour suit you?

It’s your wedding and you should pick a colour that is you. It needs to reflect your personality and style or you won’t be happy with it. Don’t be afraid to step out a little by picking a colour like hot pink if that’s what you really want.

Picking your wedding colours is just one of the important decisions you’ll make when planning your wedding. Take some time to envision what you’d like your wedding to look like and consider the above points before you make your decision.

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