8 Wedding Color Palettes You Need to Know — From The Classics to The Trendy

Everyone knows that your wedding color scheme serves as the blueprint for the look and feel of your entire celebration. What’s not so easy? Selecting the colors. With endless options, finding the perfect palette can be overwhelming — and for good reason. The hues you select will make an appearance in almost every detail of your celebration, from your invitations to your wedding party’s day-of attire. To go beyond that, your palette might just be the element that ties everything together — all while communicating your style and personality. Unsure where to start? You’ve come to the right place for inspiration.

At our all-inclusive wedding venues across Texas and Georgia, our wedding-planning experts have helped many couples make important aesthetic decisions about their big days. “To balance personal style with seasonal color trends when choosing a wedding palette, start by selecting colors that truly reflect your personality and the vibe you want for your day — using trends as inspiration rather than strict rules,” a Walters Wedding Planner explains. Ahead, you will find the time-tested classics that never go out of style — plus some of-the-moment, trendy newcomers like mocha mousse, burgundies, and butter yellows.

The Classic: Black and White

It’s no secret that the black-and-white combination has an enduring quality — and that’s largely because of its versatility. Based on how you style it, the palette can be both modern and timeless, simple and sophisticated, minimalist and full of personality. At this couple’s reception at The Olana, for example, a mostly black-and-white palette informed the tablescapes. Crisp-white, pared-back place cards and black envelopes offered a modern interpretation of an effortlessly minimalist setup by Lyons Paperie. White taper candles and clusters of baby’s breath further brightened up this light-filled celebration.

The Trendy: Butter Yellows

From runways to interior design, butter yellow has been making an appearance everywhere lately. This creamy shade falls somewhere between the warmth of egg-yolk yellow and the neutrality of beige — which is why it resonates with so many couples who want something fun but muted. At this striking ceremony, white and butter-yellow florals trailed down either side of the aisle before culminating in a showstopping arch. At another wedding, butter-yellow was the color of choice for the bridesmaids’ attire, creating a soft, sunny atmosphere that perfectly complemented the garden setting at Aristide, Mansfield.

The Classic: Blush Pinks, Peaches, and Lilacs

These unmistakably romantic pastel hues have a timeless quality that keeps them relevant year after year. They pair beautifully with flowers, complement a wide variety of skin tones, and work across seasons — making them a go-to for many couples. Inside The Jolie Room at The Olana Design Center, pink and peach roses came together to form eye-catching sculptural centerpieces at this wedding. The Jenny Layne Bakery’s talented team created an elegant four-tiered cake to match, complete with delicate blooms.

The Trendy: Rich Burgundies

Burgundy, wine, oxblood, bordeaux — whatever you want to call it, this deep reddish-brown shade has had a hold on everyone since last fall, and the color trend is showing no signs of slowing down. If you’re looking to lean into this rich, wine red for your big day, take a page out of this couple’s wedding at Chapel at Palacios. The reception made a compelling case for burgundy with dark and moody floral arrangements that added an extra dose of romantic sophistication to the celebration. Alternatively, if you’re more interested in subtle pops of color, quietly weave burgundy into simple aisle florals, like this ceremony setup at The Milestone, Georgetown.

The Classic: Sage Green and Ivory

You can’t go wrong with this color combination, which is why it’s a perennial favorite that works beautifully year-round. It’s neutral enough to appeal to most tastes — yet rich enough to stand out. The easiest way to adopt this palette is by focusing on natural foliage and organic textures. Think: simple clusters of eucalyptus, olive branches, or ferns, mixed in with ivory-colored roses. This couple’s wedding at the Iron Manor, The Milestone Montgomery, achieved exactly that with a whimsical bouquet and aisle florals. Pops of gold are always an elegant addition, just like this reception’s tablescape at the Wildwood Inn. Another way to utilize the palette is through your bridesmaids’ attire, just like these sage-green dresses, worn in different styles and fabrics. As for your wedding cake, subtle green brushstrokes can add a refined touch to a simple white cake — take a look at this creation by The Jenny Layne Bakery.   

The Trendy: Mocha Mousse

Mocha Mousse, which was declared Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2025, “nurtures with its suggestion of the delectable quality of cacao, chocolate and coffee, appealing to our desire for comfort,” the company stated. For those reasons, it makes for a perfect wedding color — especially for couples who want to create an atmosphere of cozy elegance. Naturally, the shade lends itself to indulgent desserts, like this dark-chocolate espresso cake by The Jenny Layne Bakery.

The Classic: Coastal Baby Blues

While soft blues have recently become a prominent trend in fashion and design, this wispy shade has long been a timeless favorite in the wedding industry — and it’s easy to see why. Baby blue has a gentle, calming vibe that makes it universally appealing. Case in point: These wedding invitations, created by Lyons Paperie, which incorporate touches of light blues throughout. At another wedding, each bridesmaid showed up in a unique blue dress — some in airy sky-blue chiffon and others in delicate floral prints. Even more blues were cast into stunning floral installations, welcome and bar signage, and a multi-tiered confection for this celebration at the Chapel at Riverwalk, Flower Mound.

The Trendy: Tomato Reds

Tomato red — a juicy, vibrant red with the slightest hint of orange — packs lots of energy, which is why it’s becoming a trending shade for couples who want something a little more expressive than the standard-issue red. Word to the wise: Tomato red can be overpowering, but when it’s thoughtfully balanced with softer tones, it can create head-turning focal points — without overwhelming the overall aesthetic. This couple, for example, wove the orangey-red shade into the bride’s bouquet and the groom’s boutonniere. At another wedding, tomato red florals (interspersed with classic reds) adorned a grand staircase. Whether you’re looking to follow suit and incorporate trendy hues or prefer to stick with the tried-and-true, our standout vendors are here to help bring your color vision to life at Walters Wedding Estates.