7 Wedding Colour Trends
We asked New Zealand fashion stylist Lulu Wilcox from Something Blue to give us the heads-up on what Bridesmaid dress colours to look out for this year.
Weddings are about more than just that little white dress. The colour palette for your big day is one of the most important things to consider when planning.
Locking in your choice of hue is one of the first steps to take as it influences everything from the invitations through to your table décor. But it’s a big choice ... so where do you start?
Here are the top 7 trending wedding colour palettes for the year ahead.
Light, Bright and Earthy
Leave those dark colours behind in 2020! After the year the world’s had, it’s no surprise we are looking for ways to brighten things up. Soft, light and earthy tones will be a big trend this coming year, replacing dark plums, navys and emerald tones. This year we will be seeing lots of light greys and pastel heavy earth tones.
Cinnamon Rose and Dusty Rose
Flowing on from our earthy tones, we have blush rose colours. This colour has been around for a few seasons now and continues to grow from strength to strength. The hue has developed from the classic millennial pink a few years back and now has a more neutral brown undertone that looks lovely on so many skin types.
Powder Blue
If you’re looking for a base colour for your special day, blue is a great place to start. Powdery hues in particular were big last season and they will only continue to grow in popularity this year. They’re soft but vibrant and pair great with greens, pinks, oranges and so many more colours if you are wanting to experiment with colour combos for your big day.
Lilac and Lavender
Move over dark berry tones! Once again the theme for 2021 is all about bright happy colours. This is a gorgeous option for your wedding colour palette. It’s whimsical and elegant, plus it will look great in photos. There are many varying degrees of lilac, so if it feels intimidating or a bit too vibrant, opt for a lilac-grey mix that’s subtle and understated.
Fruity Papaya Tones
Orange tones have been on the rise for the past few seasons, with rust colours at the forefront last year. For 2021, we’re spicing things up with a new orange shade: papaya. This hue hits the perfect combination of a punchy colour, with a touch of softness. It’s a great pastel alternative for those wanting a more subtle look.
Terracotta and Greenery
These two colour combos have been big in the interiors space and have featured on many runways across the world. Now they’re making their way into the wonderful world of weddings. The mixture of earthy brown terracotta with soft green tones is a classic and sophisticated look.
Tuscan Yellows
We can’t escape overseas right now, but we can bring a touch of Italy to New Zealand with Tuscan yellow tones. It immediately will give your wedding a bright, warm and sun-kissed feel. If yellow feels overwhelming, just try small touches like a few flowers in the bouquets or a simple table accent.
So there you have it! My top 7 colour trends for the 2021 wedding season. There are many more colour options on the market right now, but I believe these 7 are a great starting point for those in the early stages. What’s your pick of the bunch?