or Asian Garden, Polka Dot or 50's Retro, and South of the
Border, Rustic Country or Western.
kinds of Green, Cornflower Blue, Orange & Fuchsia, Black
& White Toile with summery accents like yellow or pink,
Aqua Blue (beach style), and the lighter purples, like or-
chid or Aubergine.
The colors alone bring this season near to the hearts of
many brides who can't imagine tying the knot any other
time of year. From russet to pumpkin orange and cinna-
mon to vanilla, the scents and farmers' market decor of
an outdoor Autumn wedding makes a setting like none
other (not to mention the awesome photos!). Another
plus: the grapes are ripe, and it's time to celebrate a
brand-new season of wine. Popular colors for this time of
year include Latte, mocha and chocolate brown, rust or-
ange and burgundy, hunter green and gold. Nature-
minded themes are all the rage right now, including New
England Harvest, Harvest Modern and Halloween,
"Perfect Pear" and Apple, Tuscan and Wine Theme,
Herbal and Rustic Country. Chocolate Brown also amounts
to a theme ... one that suits the season to a 'T'.
November's long been a sticking point for brides who
want to stay close to nature, but aren't huge fans of the
bright, brassy colors of autumn. We've try to address this
dilemma with our new "Fields of Gold" page, which pays
homage to the natural world and November's subtler pal-
ette of creams and gold's. For more urban, indoor and de-
lectably chic approach, seize on this time of year for a
1930's Retro / Art Deco Theme, with its November-
friendly palette of gold, ivory, sepia and black, and its oh-
so-apt nostalgic feel.
a romantic diversion which is why this time of year's
about making big, elegant gestures: going back in time,
playing with lighting levels, indulging in romantic fabrics
and heavy molding ... in short, transforming an ordinary
a romantic diversion. Which is why this time of year's
about making big, elegant gestures: going back in time,
playing with lighting levels, indulging in romantic fabrics
and heavy molding ... in short, transforming an ordinary
interior into a portal to another world. Favorite colors for
this time of year include ice blue, silver and white, gold,
red and green, metallic's paired with black, ivory on white
and vice versa, and all the shimmering jewel tones.
If your climate cooperates, this is a wonderful time to
celebrate spring's earliest bursts of color, flowers and
delicate life forms: Lilies of Valley and Shasta daisies,
daffodils and tulips, butterflies and dragonflies. Brides are
instinctively drawn to pastels like lavender or yellow,
whimsical and romantic pairings like red and pink, or
combos with a modern bent like pink and lime green. A
monochromatic look using all shades of pink is also totally
spring (and stunning).
fly, and Irish or St. Patrick's, to name a few. Also, popular
spring color combinations that double as themes include
Aqua Blue (Fifth Avenue Style), and Pink & Green.
Summer brides sometimes complain that they can't find
any summer themes, besides the usual beach or garden.
Not to worry though: there's more here than you might
expect. Summer also offers some of the most brightest,
most energized palettes for brides who aren't afraid to
play it modern. Contemporary picks include orange and
fuchsia, green and hot pink, black against any kind of eye-
popping-color, and chocolate brown and pink (or aqua).
just a few: Garden, Daisy, Enchanted Forest and Victorian
Garden, Beach, Starfish, Hawaiian Luau, Preppy/Nautical
you're getting married, then look no further. We've listed below the
color schemes appropriate for each season.