A Splash of Color

            When you think bridal, what is the first color you think of? If it isn’t white, you haven’t been to enough weddings.

            A common wedding stipulation that has been the trend for years is that brides must wear white. In regards to achieving bridal elegance, I would agree that white is the best color choice, but as any girl could tell you, no two brides are the same.

            Personalities, like anything, will never be one size fits all. Most brides want a wedding that reflects their personality, and for some brides white just doesn’t cover it. I understand completely, because I am one of those brides.

            If you’re anything like me, you’re into all things color. But how do you mix personality into your wedding without making it look less like a wedding and more like a Luau? Here are some areas where a little color will make a big impact:

1.      Say Yes To The Dress:

I’ve never been a believer in colored dresses. You want your wedding to say “Here Comes the Bride” not “Lady in Red”.  However, by adding one element of color, such as a sash, necklace, shoes, or a hair flower would add just the right playful touch. Remember, all things in moderation: against all that white, a little will go a long way.

2.      Strength in Numbers

Rather than having one big sea of color, you’ll pull off a softer effect with small splashes of color in multiple areas: colored napkins, and flowers add more flavor than entirely colored place settings. To add bolder color, give your bridesmaids patterned dresses instead of solid, or make your cake yellow with white flowers instead of white with yellow flowers.

            Weddings should be unique to the bride, so never be afraid to do something different. What's my point?  Don’t just live in color, get married in it too!