“Color is all. When color is right, form is right. Color is everything. Color is vibration, like music. Everything is vibration.” -Marc Chagall
Deciding on a color scheme for your wedding? Here’s a look at fresh color combinations that will surely enhance the space of your big day…
1. Sky Blue and Deep Cocoa
Bringing in a touch of sassy class, the chemistry created between these colors is palpable.
Work into your design planning some organic textures and shapes to enhance these complimentary color components. Raw materials and soft candle light glow will create a fairy-tale wedding with a contemporary twist…
The calming nature of the sky blue can be explored in powder or even a light turquoise. The soft pastels generate a feeling of inner peace and serenity; a wonderful way to welcome in your marriage. If a deep cocoa is too rich for your color taste, you can also opt for a light and fresh sandy beige. These colors stimulate a mood of love and tranquility.
Tip: add a few subtle splashes of lavender for an element of gentle spice…
2. Exquisite Gold and Deep Emerald
These two colors are exquisite on their own, bring them together and you have yourself an exquisite rendition reminiscent of ancient royalty.
Gold is a majestic color, resembling all that is regal and luxurious. As a symbol of opulence, gold was worn by kings and queens in the days that have gone by. Aside form royal reminiscence, gold inspires a sense of confidence and radiates glamour. The deep tone of a well-chosen emerald touches base with the lushness of the earth and is a perfect accomplice to a shimmering gold.
Be bold and indulge in this palette, opting for a deeper emerald hue makes for a powerful statement. This color combination is well-suited to experimental color enthusiasts. Add a touch of enigma with subtle shimmering objects and reflective surfaces, placed delicately in well-thought out areas. The color green is nourishing, especially when a deep emerald is your main constitute. A sense of boldness and pride is created, something that will permeate your jittery nerves as you shimmy down the aisle. Additionally, evoking the power and beauty of the natural landscape is ideal for those looking to incorporate a resonating ‘down-to-earth’ feel.
Tip: Not keen on shimmery gold? Try a dash of rich chocolate instead.
3. Rich Plum and Starry silver
Inspired by the vast night time sky, this color combination hints at the enigma held therein.
Being both intriguing and fascinating, these colors work best for a night time extravaganza. The one element of caution: be aware of how much silver you bring in, as the line is easily crossed over into tackiness. Bring the silver in with elegant chandeliers, or even as motifs on the walls for decor.
Inspiring dreams and meanders of the wishful heart, transform the space into a magical arena where your guests feel safe to delve into blissful wedding fantasies. Introduce shades of lapis lazuli blue to enhance the sensuality of the color.
Tip: If silver is not your thing, try pairing it up with a splash of radiant gold.