What are the best colour combinations for a wedding?

Start with the feeling you want, not a trend. If your venue is a bright barn, softer tones like sage green and cream will calm it. If it is a city hall with dark wood, navy and gold add warmth. For spring, try blush pink with butter yellow. For summer, think coral with white. For autumn, rust, burnt orange and deep green feel natural. For winter, burgundy, forest green and silver work well.

A simple rule is to pick one main colour, one secondary colour, and one neutral. That keeps the look coherent without being fussy. Use the main colour for table linen or chair covers, the secondary for flowers and napkins, and the neutral for stationery and candles. You can also echo the colours in your bridal party outfits, cake and signage.

If you are unsure, look at the venue's fixed features, such as carpets, brickwork or stained glass. Choose colours that sit happily alongside them. You do not need to match everything exactly. Slight variations in shades look natural and relaxed. Ask your florist and stationer for samples in daylight before you commit.