It is common knowledge that the wedding color does not only set the ambience for the occasion, it also affects other aspects of the wedding like photography.

Hence, you may want to be careful not to send the wrong vibe to guests. Selecting your wedding palette is not the same as picking your favorite colors, as some factors have to be considered.

Your Favorite Colors

For ideas regarding your wedding colors you may want to have a look around your home, wardrobe and favorite magazines, this exercise clarifies your mind about most preferred colors. You should ensure that a few (if not all) of these colors are part of your décor scheme.

Venue 

Now that you have identified an array of favorite colors. The next step should be a venue-hunt. You ought to choose those colors that complement your venue’s scenery. You should note that at this stage you’ll have to keep an open mind and make some concessions as not all of your favorite colors may match the venue’s setting perfectly.

Having strong attachment to colors may cause one to lose really good venues. You may embellish your wedding hall (church or otherwise) with flowers and clothing even when an all-out decoration isn’t feasible.

Experts advise that you make use of neutral colors so as not to make the palette overwhelming. Be sure to look out for those details like the tablecloth, curtains, etc. These have proven to be essentials when it comes to making an event colorful.

Seasonal Factor

Mother Nature knows best. When it comes to choosing your wedding colors it would be best not to fight with her. Even though your wedding palette shouldn’t be based strictly on the climate nature should be your guide and inspiration. Colors that complement the season should be chosen.

Special attention should also be paid not to make seasonal errors. For example, the colors green and red are usually affiliated with Christmas and would be inappropriate for a spring or summer wedding.

Community Effort

It is a norm for the groom and groomsmen to be left out of the color selection, however it should be noted that a wedding is a joint affair and no one should be left out of the picture. When it comes to color selection and even depiction, everyone should be part of the integral process.

You may want to keep the bridesmaid happy by accepting variations in shade, especially when it comes to colors that they don’t find appealing. Your wedding palette should reflect you, not just as individuals but as a couple

Wedding style

As said earlier, color is an indispensable tool when it comes to creating the right mood for your wedding. A wise decision would be to envision the type of ceremony you intend to have, then look for colors that best depict this style.

For example, if you love a royal setting, then purple is a must. Dark colors and jewel tones illustrate a fashionable ceremony. Your preferred style should be considered before making your final decision.

Obey the rules

Before you decide on the various blends of colors to use on your wedding, you should have at least a basic knowledge of colors. Pick up a magazine, browse the net, and find out the dos and don’ts when it comes to color combination. Here are a few tips about color

• Choose complementary colors: Complementary colors are those that are found opposite to each other in the color wheel. They are a pair of warm and cool colors hence they look good when combined.
• Choose analogous colors: colors next to each other on the color wheel are called analogues. They are quite similar and have a common primary color. Examples are lilac and plum.
• Colors that work well with white include: gold, silver, black, pastel pink, fuchsia pink, lilac, and blue.
• Think about texture and lighting: When it comes to wedding décor, color isn’t the only factor that should be considered. Texture and lighting should also be given adequate attention.

Combine colors carefully

Color combination can be such a complicated topic so you may want to consult a professional. It is advisable to go for shades and light touches of colors instead of using exact color matches so as not to overwhelm the event.

Cultural environment

Culture plays a prominent role in wedding color selection. You should beware of your surrounding and shouldn’t use colors that send the wrong vibes to your guests. In western society for example, black is usually associated with funerals and this can send the wrong message in a blissful ceremony.

In conclusion, your wedding palette should be more of a guideline instead of a statute because it affects a host of other items such as flowers, venues, etc. You should also make deliberate effort to lessen the number of colors you choose to add to your scheme so as to make the ceremony a cohesive one.