In 2020, βsomething blueβ is taking on a whole new meaning for weddings.
For more than two decades, the Pantone Color Institute has named its color of the year by using trained designers and industry experts to comb through color trends around the world. The color is meant to serve as a symbol of the new year to come, and itβs incredibly influential, driving product development and purchasing decisions in fashion, home furnishing, packaging and graphic design, and, yep, you guessed it: the wedding industry.Β
And Pantoneβs Color of the Year 2020 isnβt something borrowed or something newβ¦itβs Classic Blue!Β
This shade is a long-loved favoriteβitβs elegant and simple, representing peace and a sense of calm. It also has a bold demeanor that illustrates confidence, stability, and dependability as we enter a new decade, making Classic Blue the perfect color to symbolize the beginning of a new marriage.
From attire and decor to cakes and signature cocktails, brides and grooms are finding a number of unique ways to incorporate Classic Blue into their wedding day and weβve gathered a list of our favorites.Β
Engagement rings
In 2010, Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton with the now-iconic blue sapphire ring that took the world by storm. One decade later, the color of the year 2020 is bringing the blue-hue jewel back into popularity. Incorporate Classic Blue in your wedding from the get-go with a beautiful sapphire engagement ring. If you want the classic diamond, a blue velvet ring box is the perfect way to incorporate the color.
Invitations and other paper goods
Classic Blue looks beautiful on paper, so feel free to use it on everything from invitations and RSVPs to table cards and cocktail napkins. Itβs bold enough to use an accent against a plain canvas, but elegant enough to set it as the entire background. You donβt have to make a huge color splash to work Classic Blue into your day-of paper goodsβkeep it simple with blue typography or calligraphy.Β
Creative tip: gold metallic accents look beautiful against blue backgrounds.Β
Shoes
Add a pop of Classic Blue to your wedding day kicks! Bridesβa pair of beautiful blue shoes are the perfect touch of color against a timeless white gown. There are blue shoes out there for grooms, but even a pair of nice blue socks are a fun touch of color.
Accessories for the Bride
Brides, you donβt need an entire blue dress or dramatic accents to incorporate this color into your wedding day image. Use accessories to add pops of Classic Blueβthink jewelry, hairpieces, and subtle dress accents, like velvet or satin ribbons. Coordinate these accessories with your bridal party for a cohesive look.Β
Groomβs attire
Grooms can jump on this color trend, too. Thereβs just something about a blue suit thatβs elegant, classic, and unique. Pair it with a fun (or simple!) bowtie, and accent with a simple boutonniΓ¨re that matches your floral theme. Of course, those blue socks are always an option!
Wedding Party Attire
Let your wedding party make a statement with Classic Blue, too. Groomsmen can match the groom in blue suits, or just sport the fun statement socks. Have your bridesmaids wear blue dresses, but they donβt have to be identical. If you want a mismatched look, ask them to use the Classic Blue swatch and choose a style that fits them best. Even the littlest members of the wedding party can get in on the color theme. Add pops of blue to their accessoriesβcrowns and ribbons for the flower girls, and bowties and socks for the ring bearers.Β
Flowers
Flowers are statement pieces, and blue flowers are specifically eye-catching. You can work Classic Blue into all of your floral arrangements and accentsβbridal bouquets, boutonniΓ¨re, centerpieces, even the petals in your flower girlβs basket. There is an array of chic blue flowers to choose from, like dark blue-hued hydrangeas, delphiniums, Muscari, and brunnera. Accent with simple greenery, dusty pink roses, babyβs breath, and yes, even blueberries.
Food and cocktails
Get creative with your food and cocktailsβespecially your cake! Classic Blue looks beautiful on a tiered cake with accents of colors like gold, olive green, and dusty rose. Making a signature cocktail? Ask your bartender if there are ways to incorporate the color, even if itβs just with some sort of garnish. Try a blue martini with frozen blueberries!
Classic Blue is the color of the year and its popularity is already flooding the wedding world. But this trend doesnβt mean you canβt find your own unique ways to incorporate it into your big day. Build your inspiration using these ideas, and if you need help creating a color scheme using Classic Blue or tips for matching all the fine details, give us a call. You can reach our event coordinators by email or phone at 877-545-1002.