After choosing on a venue, selecting colors for your wedding is one of the biggest factors in setting the tone of the event. Thus the decision cannot be made lightly. When selecting wedding colors, there are many factors to consider. Your venue, the formality of your wedding and even your funds should be considered when selecting colors. Flexibility in your color palette is also leading in saving you money and time. With all of these factors in mind, remember that personal tastes will be the most leading part of your decision.
If you have no idea where to start in selecting colors for your wedding, take a look at your venues. The existing colors of the area will give you both ideas for color schemes and ideas of colors that will clash with your chosen locales. For example, a vibrant red would look astonishing as an accent linen for a reception held in a refurbished hacienda. However, that same red may not work as well if used in a hall at a ski resort. Talk to the boss of the venue and ask about colors used by other couples. The boss may even have photos of past events to help you get started.
Another leading factor is the formality of the wedding. In truth, most colors can be used in even the most formal of celebrations. The key lies in the shade of the color(s) used. With more formal weddings, use the base-midtone-accent formula. This formula allows for more daring colors to be worked into the wedding. For example, if you have your heart set on chartreuse, consider manufacture it an accent color while providing a chocolate brown base and an ivory midtone. More casual galas allow you more room to play with color. You can pair bold colors and add sheer tones as accents. Likewise, you can use two colors that may seem to clash (such as flamingo pink and grass green) to create a consuming mood for your celebration.
