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Colour Schemes For Your Summer Wedding

Colour Schemes For Your Summer Wedding


Amy
Amy Updated:
8th of March 2023

When it comes to colour schemes for your summer wedding, you essentially have the entire rainbow to enjoy! After versatility? We give the colour wheel a spin and run through our favourite pick of the combinations - chosen to add something unique to your wedding day celebration!

 #1 Shades of Coral 

Some words on coral: It's the perfect shade for the summer! Undoubtedly one of the most unique wedding colours, coral is poised to create those hazy, long day, warm-weather vibes that just belong to summer weddings. 

Considering that coral is a pinkish-orange shade, think about your hues carefully! As far as colour schemes for your summer wedding go, coral ranges from highly saturated to the softest of pastel shades. Consult a colour chart to find the blend that'll work best for you! 

We love how different shades of coral can work so beautifully together, especially when paired with verdant greenery and just a dash of white. This playful colour scheme is amazingly versatile - whether your wedding day theme is tropical, romantic or backyard chic!

#2 The Summer Brights

It's the summer, so why not go for all the colours of the rainbow? If you're looking for a wedding day that'll stand out, going for the brightest shades possible for your colour scheme will give your summer the wow-factor! 

La La Land burst onto our screen with a show of vibrant colours. Your own wedding day will be a showstopper if you play around with a mix of dazzling, vivid shades! 

Start with the primary colours and then experiment with unexpected combinations for your colour scheme - think magenta, tangerine, poppy, turquoise and violet... Don't be afraid to clash your colours for the summer! 

#3 Citrus Season 

For a fresh take on your day, choose a colour scheme for your summer wedding that is full of sunshine! Providing the perfect pop of colour, citrus fruits offer zesty shades, bold accents and an entirely sunny outlook!

Our fruity favourites? lemon, burnt orange, lime, grapefruits and kumquat: Served up with sorbet, these colours will cause a sensation! Citrus colours are stylish, sassy and oh so summery! You'll bring a smile to all of your guests faces and up the fun with this choice! 

Celebrate your day with splashes of visual interest. Hints of citrus here and there create an exciting and unexpected feel - who doesn't love a pop of colour?! Citrus works to refresh, revive and add to the fun of your wedding!  

#4 Navy, White and Yellow

If you're wanting your summer wedding to be stylish, chic and timeless - you cannot go wrong with this winning trio for your colour scheme. Classic and elegant, a buttercup yellow paired with navy blue and white has a touch of the nautical about it! 

With these colours, we can't help but think of gorgeous society weddings in America! Take cues from a New England summer to style a day that is polished, sleek and unforgivably classy. You'll be holidaying in the Hamptons in no time! 

Navy and white go particular well striped, so, in creating your summer wedding's colour scheme, don't shy away from bold blocks of solid colour! Sometimes, simple can be best! 

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Amy

Amy is passionate about putting brides in touch with local businesses that will have them looking and feeling great on their wedding day. An all-rounder, Amy has the knowledge and expertise of the bridal industry to effectively recommend local businesses that brides will love! Contact Amy for recommendations from florists to venue decor.

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