Planning your wedding begins with choosing the perfect theme, a decision that sets the stage for your special day. Long before the possibility of an engagement or even entering into a relationship, many of us find ourselves dreaming about the colors that will grace our big day! However, when the moment finally arrives and wedding planning becomes a reality, the task of selecting the perfect colors can be quite overwhelming. This is where we come in to help.
Why this Color Palette?
Spring is a season of fresh beginnings, making it the perfect time to bring color into your wedding. While soft pastels are a classic choice, you can also mix and match shades to make your palette unique. From blush pinks and greens to lilac and sky blue, your colors can be light and airy or bold and vibrant. Let your favorite flowers, sunsets, and springtime scenery inspire your wedding’s look.
You don’t have to stick to just one color theme! Spring is the perfect time to play with contrast. Warm golden tones can complement cool blues, soft pinks can pair beautifully with earthy terracotta, and a pop of citrus can add brightness to neutral shades. Whether you love soft, dreamy hues or a colorful garden feel, your palette can bring the season’s beauty to life in a way that feels just right for you.
Inspirations for Your Spring Wedding Color Palette
1. Petal Kiss
Natalie and Steven’s wedding at Vista on Steward Hill was a dreamy showcase of blush pink, proving just how effortlessly romantic this color can be in an outdoor setting. As the sunlight shifted throughout the day, it highlighted the soft hues in their florals, décor, and attire, making everything glow with warmth and elegance. Blush pink is timeless, but when paired with nature’s golden light, it creates a magical and airy feel. It guarantees an unforgettable and beautiful wedding day.
2. Lavender Sunset
Savannah and Mark’s wedding at Prospect House was a stunning showcase of color, proving that bold and soft hues can beautifully coexist. Their palette of lavender, soft purples, warm oranges, and golden yellows created a vibrant yet dreamy atmosphere, perfectly complementing the venue’s modern elegance. The blend of warm and cool tones felt effortlessly fresh— like a sunset melting into a field of wildflowers. Against the clean, minimalist backdrop of Prospect House, these colors truly popped, making every moment feel warm, romantic, and unforgettable.
3. Bright Blooms
Brandie and Jake’s wedding at Red Ridge Receptions is the perfect example of how bold and vibrant colors can still capture the essence of spring. With bright pinks, fiery oranges, and lively greens, their palette felt like a burst of fresh blooms, proving that spring-inspired weddings don’t have to be soft or muted. The bold hues popped beautifully against the natural landscape, bringing energy and warmth to every detail. It’s a reminder that spring is all about new life and color—whether you’re celebrating in the season or simply drawing inspiration from it.
3. Wildflower Whimsy
Valerie and Jason’s wedding at Ma Maison was a breathtaking celebration of color — proof that bold, wildflower-inspired palettes can be effortlessly elegant. With rich purples, deep blues, vibrant yellows, lush greens, and touches of maroon, their wedding felt like a blooming meadow in full splendor. The mix of hues created a natural, romantic charm that perfectly complemented Ma Maison’s timeless beauty. It’s a reminder that when it comes to wedding colors, embracing bold and unexpected combinations can lead to something truly magical.
4. Soft Serenity
Zhen and Patricio’s wedding at Camp Lucy was a pastel dream come to life. It was soft, romantic, and effortlessly elegant. From delicate blush and lavender to hints of mint and sky blue, every color blended seamlessly, creating a scene that was both timeless and refreshing. The natural beauty of Camp Lucy provided the perfect backdrop, with pastel florals complementing the lush greenery and warm wood tones. It was a celebration that felt light, airy, and undeniably magical. It’s proof that pastels aren’t just pretty, they’re truly unforgettable.
5. Springtide Glow
Cynthia and Ronald’s wedding at Vintage Villas was a breathtaking blend of old rose and rust, colors that felt both timeless and refreshingly unique for spring. Surrounded by the venue’s stunning hill country views, their palette embraced nature most elegantly, with soft, romantic hues that perfectly complemented the golden sunlight and lush greenery. Without leaning into dried florals or heavy rustic elements, their wedding felt airy, organic, and effortlessly beautiful. It’s a perfect balance of warmth and refinement. It was a celebration where nature and elegance came together most stunningly.
6. Morning Light
Nikki and Rick’s wedding at Barr Mansion was the perfect celebration of spring, filled with the soft elegance of blue and the warmth of light yellow. Like a clear sky meeting the first blooms of the season, their color palette felt both fresh and timeless. The gentle blues brought a sense of serenity, while the delicate yellow tones added a cheerful glow, mirroring the golden sunshine of a perfect spring day. Set against the natural beauty of Barr Mansion, every detail came together in a way that felt effortlessly romantic. It proved that Spring Weddings are so pretty when they embrace light, color, and joy.
Tip 1: Your Color Palette Should Depend on YOU
Always remember that picking the color palette for your big day should be based on what you like and what reflects your personality and style as a couple. Let go of the worries that others may not like or appreciate the theme of your wedding. This is your big day. When you are surrounded by the people who love you and support you, they will cheer for you and cry happy tears with you on your wedding day – regardless of the colors. So choose the palette that speaks to you!
Tip 2: Choose the Right Venue
Next, make sure that you have a venue that will match (or exceed) what you have in mind. Whether you want it to be indoors or outdoors, whether it be in the city or in the countryside, Texas has plenty of venues for you to choose from. PhotoHouse Films has worked in the majority of the wedding venues in Austin and memorized the in and outs of the places well, guaranteeing that we can capture every moment of your day smoothly.
Tip 3: Incorporate Spring into your Wedding
Once you have the palette picked out and the venue fixed, it is time for you to list down all the ways you can incorporate spring into your wedding! Just like what you have seen in the photos (or in wedding inspirations you probably have already seen online), each detail helps bring the whole thing together. Here are some of the elements of your wedding that will really carry your theme:
- Bridesmaids’ Dresses
- Groomsmen’s Pocket square boutonnieres
- Bouquets and Floral Arrangements
- Table Settings
- Stationery/Invitations
- Seating Plan
- The Guests’ Attire
- Cake
Tip 4: Share it with your Team!
Whatever you envision, share that with your wedding planner. They have coordinated multiple weddings with all kinds of themes – especially spring! They will introduce you to the best people for the job – your florist, cake artist, photographer, videographer, stationery designer, rental company, etc. Just like your color palette, choose vendors who are also the right fit for you!
Having a creative and thoughtful team of vendors who get your vision will help you make your fall wedding dreams come true and turn out even better than expected!