Sunday, February 16, 2014

Bringing Out Your Inner Artist: Choosing Your Wedding Colors


 


Picking out the colors for your wedding is one of the fun things you get to plan. The task may sound daunting, but it’s really not. Just follow these three rules and you’ll be headed in the right direction.
 
Your First Color: This will be your dominant color, the one that will appear more than any other in every aspect of your wedding from invitations to tablecloths. This color will be the one that carries the most weight.
 
Your Second Color: This color is your subordinate color. It must complement the dominant color. This color should also appear along with your first color in most of your wedding aspects.
 
Your Third Color: This color serves as an accent. It should “go” well with both your first and second color choices. It will make little appearances in the details of your wedding such as flowers or accessories.
 
Because colors affect the ways people feel and evoke different responses, it’s important that you select your dominant or base color carefully. The types of responses you can expect are proven by research. Use what’s been learned about colors to make your choices. Use colors to bring out your personal taste and the kind of emotional reaction you’re looking for and, most importantly, have fun!
Bright Red: Exciting, energizing, sexy


Bright Pink: Exciting, happy, hot

Light Pink: Romantic, soft, sweet

Mauve: Soft, subdued, quiet

Burgundy: Rich, elegant, refined

Terracotta: Earthy, warm, wholesome

Orange: Fun, childlike, happy

Peach: Nurturing, soft, fuzzy

Light Yellow: Cheerful, happy, soft

Bright Yellow: Enlightening, cheerful, friendly

Cream: Smooth, rich, warm

Light Blue: Calm, quiet, peaceful

Teal Blue: Pleasing, rich, classy

Navy: Credible, basic, classic

Bright Green: Fresh, grass, lively

Dark Green: Nature, trustworthy, refreshing

Lime: Tart, acidic, refreshing

White: Pure, clean, innocent,

Black: Powerful, elegant, mysterious

Gray: Classic, cool, corporate

Silver: Classic, cool, expensive

Gold: Warm, opulent, radiant

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