Choosing your wedding colours can feel like one of those deceptively simple decisions — until you realise those colours will influence almost everything, from the flowers and bridesmaids’ dresses to the invitations, table settings, cake details, signage, and even the mood of the day.
While there are always fresh trends popping up in the wedding world, some colour schemes never really disappear. They simply come back in softer, bolder, more modern, or more personal ways. Classic wedding colour combinations are popular for a reason: they photograph beautifully, suit a wide range of venues, and can be adapted for rustic barn weddings, elegant garden ceremonies, beach celebrations, vintage receptions, or simple backyard weddings.
If you are planning your wedding and feeling overwhelmed by colour choices, it might be worth taking a second look at some of the tried-and-true palettes you may have dismissed as too traditional. With the right flowers, textures, handmade details, and a few thoughtful DIY touches, these classic wedding colour schemes can feel fresh, stylish, and completely your own.
From soft blush and ivory to navy and gold, sage green, dusty blue, lavender, champagne, and timeless black-and-white, these wedding colour ideas are worth reconsidering before you lock in your final theme.
Terracotta
Rustic and elegant, a terracotta wedding style is perfect for fall weddings or any other time of the year.
2. Sage + Blush
Chic and pastel, a sage + blush wedding style is perfect for spring weddings or any other time of the year.
3. Burgundy + Green
Contrasting and elegant, a burgundy + green wedding style has a rustic boho look.
4. Dusty Blue
Dusty blue can be paired with so many other colours to make your own unique wedding color scheme. Why not try our favourites, sage green, dusty pink, or burgundy?
5. Silver + Gold
Elegant silver and gold looks great with white florals.
6. Greenery + Champagne
A trend rediscovered in 2020, greenery and champagne is pretty and basic.
7. Brown + Greenery
Brown + greenery is the ultimate boho style.
8. Lavender
Lavender looks excellent paired with navy blue, pinks, or even a bright yellow.
9. Hot Pink
Tropical and bright, hot pink is perfect for summer weddings or any other time of year.
10. Yellow + Green
Perfect for sunny weddings and those who love sunflowers.
