The planning of the wedding and the wedding that was scheduled for May 2020 was quite unclear. The wedding dates were moved, there were changes in the organization of the wedding, the number of people changed and it was quite a stressful time due to the pandemic. Almost 40 percent of couples who planned a wedding in 2020 have postponed their wedding planning to 2021. What are 2021 wedding color trends ? We have collected trends from various wedding planners and forecasts at the Pantone Color Institute.
2021 colors – Gray ( PANTONE 17-5104 Ultimate Gray ) and yellow ( PANTONE 13-0647 Illuminating ). Choosing two colors for only the second time in 22 years, the Pantone Color Institute the chosen yellow and gray colors are described as independent but complementary, representing unity and mutuality coherence theme.
Wedding decorative compositions, which are also visible in the 2020 wedding color trends, will also appear in 2021. The real one a choice for couples who prefer simplicity, with minimalistic and natural details. They are also popular this year fairy tale wedding themes in soft colors with laconic and elegant details. Minimalism, bohemian, earth tones, ivory and dusty pink. These soft hues will be an extremely popular trend in wedding decorations, stationery and in floristry.
Neutral colors will definitely be the core of an elegant atmosphere.

In pastel and minimalist weddings, the combination of different textures and materials will be extremely important to would add visual impact and meaning to a neutral color palette. The use of flowers and greenery are just two of the ways to achieve the appropriate contrast or effect. If the wedding decorations are mostly white and ivory, details such as sandalwood, bleached greenery, metallic decorations and luxurious textiles (velvet, silk, artificial fur) will protect the aesthetics from monotony.
Of course, you can also include some color for the accent, for example black, which can give the wedding a more sophisticated or formal look appearance.

All colors are your colors! The global pandemic has shown us more than ever that we need to spend more time the closest ones. The dominant motto of wedding planners in 2021 is "Personalization". Personalization will appear often in wedding trends, harmonious concept details, color selection.
In other words, the definition of wedding decoration will include specific colors and details. Menu, table cards, stationery, wedding favors and more. Given the details, priority will be given to to make every guest who attends the wedding feel special.

So, this bright color range, which is unique in 2021, enters wedding decorations. Fuchsia, yellow, teal, bright red and cobalt are some of the new wedding colors that can be expected at weddings in 2021. It is important to remember that for this type of wedding, a combination of these colors, rather than just one of them, will create a bold and unconventional look palette. This color range was developed based on data from The Knot 2019 Real Weddings Study because the average currently the age of those who want to get married is 32, which corresponds to the childhood colors of this age group (80s, 90s) and gives a small dose of nostalgia.
In this case – the more, the better!

From colorful, decorative tableware to rainbow flower arrangements, neon lights. Anything that goes with this theme, will help revive 2021 wedding color trends . Also this year's decorative graphics drawings, curved lines, triangles, will be a great idea for decorating wedding invitations, for example.
Yellow color has always been popular in wedding decorations, which can be seen more in spring weddings, where yellow shades are preferred. Yellow is also in the 2021 wedding color trends . In yellow color is a great color for energetic and cheerful wedding decorations. If you dream of a lush yellow wedding the concept of colors related to nature can also be combined with green plants and supplemented with various flowers. Bright, sunny yellow is a shade that is also popular in the new year 2021, and to achieve the desired effect, there is no need to use too much of this color.

The most effective way to use this color is to complement an existing neutral white color palette. It can be done use in tablecloths or candles, complementing with gold tableware. In floristry – sunflowers, roses, citrus fruits, which can also be used in illustrative motifs.
It is definitely expected that in 2021 you will be able to see shades of green in many places, from greenery to whole for color palettes where the main or accent color will be green. In recent years, the color green has become extremely popular, thanks to the tropical wedding theme trend, but as one of the main wedding colors of 2021, green will gain a lot a more eclectic and almost retro atmosphere.

Various greens for decoration will be popular, such as olive, pistachio, avocado branches and various dried materials (like tea!). Of course, due to geographical differences, different countries are found interpretations that can just as easily be blackcurrant leaves or a wedding among the beautiful branches of willows.
Green is not just green, it has many different shades


One of the ways to make your 2021 wedding elegant, following the trends of 2021, is to use green in color accents - highlight as the main one. This color is one of the most universally flattering colors. It can be done effectively can also be used in a wedding dress, bridesmaids' dresses or for the new couple themselves - in subtle accents. Also green engagement rings, is a way to complement the wedding with this trendy color. And, of course, in flower compositions - various ferns, hanging plants, ivy.

As one of the most classic wedding colors, blue has always been a part of many couples' wedding decorations and attire. In the new one In 2021, dark shades, such as sapphire, will be less common, as light blue shades will be popular in 2021 weddings.
The great news is that light blue is one of the easiest colors to adapt to any season or for style.
And it looks elegant with other pastel colors (such as pink and lilac). Light blue also compliments burgundy, reddish, or brick-colored, orange and other colors that are usually seen in autumn or winter weddings. Can include light blue in your 2021 wedding color trend using details such as silk bouquet ribbons, colored glassware and of course flowers such as anemones, hydrangeas, peonies, forget-me-nots, and many more of these delicate color flowers.
Light purple shades are returning as the most popular wedding colors in 2021. But unlike ethereal wedding colors trends in past years, these are not the usual pastel shades. The goal is to use many pastel colors together to would achieve the desired effect. Lilacs and lavenders are used together with colors such as pale yellow, pink and mint green. The end result: a pastel rainbow effect that's fun and quirky, refreshing compared to previous year and its events.
These colors can be successfully used as central decorative elements, in floristry, in various colored cakes and cupcakes, they can be pressed flowers, cotton candy.

This wedding color can be perceived as a combination of coral and peach, papaya and orange. It is slightly more saturated than its pastels but not as saturated and vibrant as tangerine or rust, making this shade much lighter incorporated into wedding aesthetics.

This color scheme can be used in a bohemian and artistic wedding concept or tropical and cheerful. Color can pair with other cheerful bright tones and hues such as magenta and turquoise if you have wedding on the beach. Or using it as an accent color for an earth tone and neutral palette.




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