Color Palette: Soft ivory, champagne, burgundy, gold
Defining Design Elements: Multi-level candlescapes, pine table garland, twinkling string lights
Overall Vibe: Timeless, elegant, intimate
One of the most exciting – and often most overwhelming – parts of wedding planning is choosing your wedding theme and color palette. Since wedding themes and colors are typically influenced by the season you’re getting married in, understanding how each season shapes the look and feel of your day can make the planning process feel simpler, more intentional, and far less stressful.
Below, I’m breaking down wedding theme ideas by season, along with simple ways to make each one uniquely yours. Many of these seasonal wedding themes are inspired by living and photographing weddings in New England, where the seasons are very distinct. While some ideas may translate elsewhere, they’re primarily rooted in this region and may not apply to destination weddings in warmer or more consistent climates. Some of these ideas are trending, while others are timeless.
Winter
Candlelit romance
Color Palette: Deep green, plum, warm cream, gold
Defining Design Elements: Plush lounge seating, dim lighting, rich jewel tones, velvet bows at each place setting
Overall Vibe: Romantic, cozy, luxe
Fireside velvet
ethereal woodland
Color Palette: Brown, forest green, warm cream, cranberry
Defining Design Elements: Snow-dusted florals, heavy greenery, pinecones, wood place settings
Overall Vibe: Rustic, classic, comforting
Color Palette: Butter yellow, peach, powder blue, dusty rose
Defining Design Elements: Asymmetrical floral installations, textured linens, mismatched bridesmaid dresses, soft bistro lighting
Overall Vibe: Joyful, editorial, dreamy
Spring
whimsical pastel
Color Palette: Coral, peach, blush, apricot, marigold, citrus yellow
Defining Design Elements: Dried fruit slices, pastel taper candles, colored glassware, layered plates, abundance of bright florals
Overall Vibe: Flirty, lush, sun-kissed
Feeling fruity
secret garden
Color Palette: Deep sage, eucalyptus, olive, fern green, soft blush
Defining Design Elements: Layered china plates, floral linens, bud vases, antique gold & brass accents
Overall Vibe: Botanical, verdant, enchanted
Color Palette: Hot pink, tangerine, sunshine yellow, electric blue, silver
Defining Design Elements: Vibrant color accents, hanging disco balls, bold florals, neon signs, retro typography
Overall Vibe: Boho, colorful, fun
Summer
Let's disco
Color Palette: Navy blue, crisp white, stone beige, french blue
Defining Design Elements: White hydrangeas, soft greenery, French toile table linens, subtle ocean motifs
Overall Vibe: Classic, effortless, neutral
coastal grandmother
camp newlyweds
Color Palette: Forest green, burnt orange, mustard yellow,
Defining Design Elements: S’mores bar/bonfire, food trucks, lawn games
Overall Vibe: Playful, nostalgic, memorable
Color Palette: Olive, rust, deep purples, burgundy
Defining Design Elements: Dried florals, layered rugs, lanterns, warm café bulbs, wood accents, velvet
Overall Vibe: Warm, soulful, grounded
autumn
Moody boho
Color Palette: Warm ivory, moss, olive, rust, gold
Defining Design Elements: Outdoor wooded reception, serpentine table, tall candelabras, natural textures, hanging fairy lights
Overall Vibe: Earthy, quiet, organic
Intimate forest affair
alpine loving
Color Palette: Warm taupe, sand, caramel, rust, olive
Defining Design Elements: Golden hour, muted fall tones, wood, dried florals, flannel accents
Overall Vibe: Neutral, glowing, rooted
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