What Wedding Colors Will You Choose?
Wedding plans usually begin with a certain theme in mind. Themes set the mood of the event, and color motifs serve as a pivot point on which the entire wedding ceremony and reception revolves upon. Choosing a motif may take some time, especially if the bride is hesitant on deciding upon an essential component which can make or break the entire theme of the event. If she is having some difficulty in visualizing a wedding concept in a certain color motif, the services of a wedding planner are of great help. In the meantime, the succeeding color motifs are popularly chosen as complements to wedding themes, due to their timeless appeal and relevant symbolism.
10. Coral is usually chosen as a motif because it suggests a different ambiance, without deviating too much from convention. This motif is perfect for weddings by the bay or the sea, as it suggests a tropical feel; this is great in combination with rust or teal, or with chocolate brown, yellow, or pink.
9. Lavender looks great especially in soft hues, and is perfect for weddings of a more conventional type. If the color is fused with the appropriate theme, the overall effect would be nostalgic and romantic. Traditional themes go well with this motif, complemented by multi-tiered cakes and simple floral arrangements.
8. Pink is youthful femininity, gaiety, and carefree attitude. This motif may be used in light hues, for a theme with a playful and whimsical mood; darker hues suggest zestful energy. This looks great with black, brown, and vibrant green accents.
7. Yellow effuses a positive vibe, a cheerfulness and playful regard with the bonds that go with friendship. This motif is pleasant and easy to the eyes in the lighter hues. It goes well with simple themes because of its clean and down-to-earth appeal. Butter-colored porcelain and ivory paper are suitable accents.
6. Royal Blue suggests a perfect fusion of grandeur and masculine elegance; it is a conventional motif which may suggest a touch of nostalgia. Paler shades of blue, yellow, and gold, are great complements to this motif.
5. Red is very passionate and dramatic in all hues, which goes well with the mixed emotions that accompany a wedding ceremony. Crisp whites and elegant black are ideal accents to this color motif.
4. Black is essentially elegant and sophisticated, also rather mysterious and assertive. This motif is usually chosen by couples with a strong inclination towards design.
3. Green is usually associated with a grounded sensibility, and is in accordance with non-traditional floral arrangements. This motif exudes a different effect with varying hues; Lime green is effective with an accent of vibrant pink; for a more elegant and current appeal, olive green goes well with black-white contrasts.
2. Ivory suggests simple elegance. This motif is very conventional and reliable, suggesting an old world appeal and a soft spoken mood.
1. The most popular color motif, Diamond White represents various positive symbolisms, from unwavering commitment to chic urbanity, from purity to elegant simplicity. This color motif goes along well with most themes, but achieves its full effect with minimalist arrangements, and simple and elegant themes.