When it comes to wedding flowers, your color palette sets the tone. It’s what makes your arrangements feel intentional, harmonious, and undeniably you. It’s easy to gravitate toward colors you love, but without a little curation, things can quickly feel disjointed — or, on the flip side, too matchy-matchy. The goal? A palette that feels cohesive, layered, and beautiful from every angle of your day.
Choosing Your Wedding Flower Color Palette
Why a Curated Palette Matters
It’s tempting to choose one set of colors and repeat them everywhere — but a thoughtful palette can transform your flowers from simply “pretty” to something striking and memorable.
Depth – Complementary shades add richness and dimension.
Harmony – The right combinations make every element feel connected.
Flow – Avoid the “polka-dot effect,” where colors feel spotty instead of blended.
Building Your Core Palette
With color, less is often more. I recommend starting with one main color and building from there — it keeps everything cohesive while still leaving room for depth and variety.
Choose your main color – Pick the shade that feels most like you. Maybe it’s the red from your grandmother’s garden or the soft blush of your first-date roses.
Add a complement – Choose a contrasting color that still feels harmonious.
Work the spectrum – Play with light, medium, and deep tones of your chosen shades.
Introduce a neutral – This could be a softer version of your main color to tie everything together.
The Big Picture
Flowers don’t exist in a vacuum. Think about how they’ll interact with:
Your wedding party’s attire
Table linens and place settings
Your venue’s existing architecture and colors
The season and natural surroundings
If Your Palette Is Very Minimal
If you’re drawn to a very tight range — say, all blush — you can still create visual interest by:
Varying the intensity of your main color
Introducing textural variety
Using foliage in different shades to add subtle depth
Palette Inspiration
Blush Palette – Light and romantic. Pair blush with lemon chiffon for brightness, then add depth with mauve or peach.
Autumn Palette – Burgundy and soft yellow, softened with peach for warmth and elegance.
Ruby Red Palette – Ruby with mauve and sand tones — bold, sophisticated, and timeless.
Citrus Palette – Peach, coral, and lemon toned down with nude for a joyful, sun-soaked feel.