Trending Wedding Colour Themes
Couples are embracing bold contrasts and unexpected colour combinations.
Here are the biggest colour trends we’re seeing for weddings:
Bold Colour Blocking
Couples are picking bright, contrasting colours like emerald green with pink or cobalt blue with tangerine. These bold pairings look great in decorations and bridesmaids’ dresses.
Modern Pastels
Pastel colours are still in style, but now people are mixing them in new ways. For example, lilac with lemon yellow or pistachio green with soft peach.
Unexpected Pairings
Couples are experimenting with warm and cool tones, light and dark hues, or even mixing colours from different seasons. Consider combinations such as burgundy with blush or teal and coral.
Monochrome Moments
Single-colour weddings remain popular but are now more sophisticated by incorporating varied tones and textures. Consider an all-white wedding featuring varied materials and florals, or a green palette using mint, sage, and forest green.
Dopamine Brights
Inspired by colour’s mood-boosting effect, these feel-good shades spark instant joy. Think sunny yellows, vibrant oranges, fuchsia pinks, and sky blues.
Choosing the Right Colour Scheme for You
With so many colours on offer, it can be challenging to choose a palette. Start by considering these questions:
- What season are you getting married in? Each season offers its own natural palette. You can use these colours for a classic look or choose to contrast them for something more striking.
- What does your venue look like? At Hatfield Park, you’ll find a mix of classic and contemporary spaces that suit both rich, dramatic tones and light, pastel colour palettes.
- What atmosphere would you like to create? Soft pastels create a romantic feel, while bold brights add a joyful touch, and neutrals can feel chic and elegant.
- What flowers are in season? Using seasonal blooms makes your arrangements more sustainable (and often more affordable).
- Do you have a favourite colour or style? For inspiration, look at your wardrobe, home, or Pinterest boards.
Tip: Create a mood board with swatches and images to visualise your ideas. Don’t hesitate to mix unexpected shades – you may discover some beautiful combinations.
Our Favourite Wedding Colour Schemes by Season
For inspiration, here are some classic colour combinations for each season, along with a few modern twists.
Spring
Soft, fresh and full of promise, spring is the season of new beginnings and gentle hues.
- Blush, sage and lavender – soft, romantic and elegant
- Fresh green and white – crisp, whimsical and timeless
- Peach and coral – adds a playful energy
Summer
Brighter days call for vibrant shades and bold contrasts.
- Fuchsia, turquoise and yellow – a joyful, sunny palette
- Coastal blues and whites – perfect for Mediterranean-inspired celebrations
- Pink and green OR blue and yellow – garden party favourites
- Citrus yellow with mint or peach – fresh with a pretty, retro feel
Autumn
An autumnal celebration can be enhanced by a rich, refined palette.
- Emerald, burgundy, and gold – these luxurious colours add drama
- Terracotta, burnt orange, and mustard – this warm palette can feel bohemian and earthy
- Navy and blush – a beautiful contrast of light and dark
- Dark berry and red wine tones – these warm shades can create a romantic feel
Winter
Embrace the festive season with a winter wedding that has drama, elegance, and a touch of sparkle.
- Deep red and forest green accents – a festive palette can be perfect for intimate celebrations
- Ice blue and silver – a dreamy, frosted combination
- Gold, champagne and copper – warm, luxurious, and timeless shades
Discover how to have a magical winter wedding.
Photography by ©Laura Hinski Photography
How to Use Your Wedding Colour Scheme
Once you’ve chosen your wedding’s colour palette, you can integrate it throughout your celebration.
Stationery
Save-the-date cards may be the first glimpse guests get of the theme you’ve chosen for your wedding.
Set the tone from the beginning with stationery that ties into your chosen palette, and create a cohesive feel with complementary invitations, menus and place cards on the big day.
Flowers
Reflect your chosen colours in the flowers used for bouquets, ceremony arches, and table centrepieces.
For example, white baby’s breath (Gypsophilia) can soften spring bouquets, while red roses enhance winter romance.
Table Styling and Decor
Incorporating your chosen colours into the table styling, such as napkins, candles, linens, and tinted glassware, can be an effective way of weaving your colour scheme throughout your wedding decor.
Wedding Party Outfits
Your colour scheme can also influence the wedding party outfits.
When it comes to the bridesmaids, you might choose tonal shades for a modern feel, or use a single colour for a more traditional look.
For the groomsmen, accessories and waistcoats can be a smart way to add subtle, matching pops of colour.
Lighting and Draping
Coloured lighting or draped fabrics can alter a room’s atmosphere, making it feel either airy and bright or cosy and intimate.
Bringing Your Wedding Colour Palette to Life at Hatfield Park
Choosing a colour scheme is one of the most enjoyable aspects of planning your wedding.
Whether you opt for seasonal favourites, 2025 trends, or unique combinations, your colours help set the scene for a memorable celebration.
Here at Hatfield Park, we offer a variety of spaces that provide a versatile backdrop for any wedding colour scheme.
Whether you’re using beautiful jewel tones in the Old Palace or elegant florals in the Riding School, our spaces adapt beautifully to your vision.
Discover how Hatfield House could be your ideal indoor or outdoor wedding venue.
Our team can help you explore creative ideas and connect you with trusted suppliers to bring your colour palette to life.
For more inspiration, explore our venue gallery and download our events brochure to discover all the wedding features and services we provide. Contact us today to enquire for further details.
