Pink Theme Weddings
Either way, for many brides, a wedding isn't the lifelong dream it should be without a hefty dose of pink.
And while the hues we pair with it might change from year to year, pink at its core ... which says young love, playfulness and fresh-faced romance ... sends the same beloved message across the ages.
Still, even pink isn't immune to the forces that, over time, make weddings ever-more personal statements of our own individual design sensibilities ... and love stories.
So while some pink weddings hark back to fairy tales from once-upon-a-time, others are practically punk-rock (you won't see yards of tulle at your typical pink and black wedding). And then there are the unexpected pinks: the ethereal pink and silver, for example, that warm up a modern winter wonderland wedding.
In fact, while pink might not exactly be the new black, it might actually be the new 'neutral' — cozying up gorgeously with all kinds of colors, creating looks that range from demure to drama queen.
Pink on Pink, or Pink on White
This bride might have pink winking out from her engagement ring in the form of pink sapphires, or even a JLo style pink diamond. The shoes might be oh-so-traditional bridal sandals, but sporting a perky bow and a tiny diamante stone — and we'll take bets that she's tracked down a pink satin garter for that leggy moment on the chair.
Her gown? All girl, possibly with elaborate lace overlays or a full ruched skirt. And the hair? We're guessing a half-up/half-down romantic tumble of locks.
Nothing's too feminine for this color scheme, so get out the pink marabou feathers for your chair backs, centerpiece vases or flower girls, go wild with the fluffiest pink poenies your florist can rustle up, wrap everything you can in romantic pink satin ribbons (bouquet stems, waists, pew cones) and don't forget some popular spins on ultra-pink: like the cherry blossom wedding. Want more of a garden look? Carry oversized bunches of bright pink tulips.
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Pink and Black
This bride often leans toward bold graphic patterns (no fussy invites here!) ... and bold satin sashes. The bridesmaids' will probably be brightly attired, and you probably won't find her carrying a tight Cinderella posey of pastel roses, but something a little more fiery: hot pink cymbidium orchids, say, or a bouquet of Asiatic lilies. Pink anemones are eye-catching blooms, too, with their wild black centers.
Chances are, this bride's gown will belong to the Vera Wang school of slicked-down designs, and you might find some bright spots of color peeking out from under her gown: gorgeous bridal slingbacks in black or pink. Tabletop florals might be acid-bright clumps of chrysanthemums in a pavée design, or hydrangeas tipped to a deep and assertive hue. The perfect floor: a glossy black and white checkerboard pattern. (Note: black and pink brides might want to see The New Black & White Wedding.)
As for the cake? Black deco dots on a bright white canvas, or clean satin ribbons wrapped around the layers. And don't forget the bright pink signature drink: any take on Cosmos is bound to please.
A lovely spin on the pink and black look is a touch of toile: pink toile stationery topped with sleek black ribbons, or black toile table linens set off with hot pink satin napkins. Also, pink and black candy buffets serve up a sweet taste ... and a distinctively spunky look.
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More Ultra-Popular Pink Schemes
Pink and Green —
Miami Spice. Deliciously Deco. Perfectly Preppy. Or just a natural choice for your spring or summer garden theme.
Picture your bridesmaids in mint green ruffled gowns, carrying sleek bouquets of pink and white mini callas. A snowstorm of pink petals on pale green linens: gorgeous. It's no wonder that that wonder that's pink and green is just starting to rev all the way up, with more brides finding themselves fans by the month.
Pink and Orange — Depending on where you live, pink and orange (and all its cousins, like orange and fuchsia) might be practically classic, or delightfully daring. Pink and orange says "no fuss, no frills," and it's all about whimsy, color and clean lines. Pink and orange brides have cooked up all kinds of designs, but a Gerber daisy theme's among the most popular.
Pink and Brown —
A less punky cousin of pink and black, this scheme combines two top-dog colors in today's wedding palette with gorgeous results. This is a hipster theme, calling for sassy stationery, big satin bows and grosgrain ribbons, funky polka dots or even modern paisleys.
And your flowers might be something a little left-of-center, too, like flaming pink orchids or Gerbers and bamboo. Somewhere in the process, pink and brown brides often find themselves a little torn between pink + brown or pink + aqua.
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Over to You
Tell us all about your pink-theme wedding. What inspired you? Tell all about the flowers, the gowns, the tables.
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i am getting married in the fall of 08. and i want my colors to have pink, what are the best colors that will compliment pink that is elegant. We dont want black. is chocolate brown good with that???
This advice is for Shaquita I am a 21 year old Wedding and Events coordinator and I think that champagne\light gold colored gowns would be good for your bridesmaids Dresses or something like a Latte\cream color something to bring out their mocha skin tones and if you really wanted to fun you could add colored sashes or just do Solid tones and also remember you are using hot pink in your wedding and hot pink and Fushia look great on mocha and Brown skin tones if you want create a trendy stylish look.I am getting married in the summer of 2009 and we creating a Southern Fairytale wedding at southern style mansion our colors pink and black with silver accents very glamorous and stylish our decor will contain tons of roses in different shades of pink and silver sparkling swarvorski crystals to accent the flower arrangements and tables our my bridesmaids will be wearing either pink or black dresses with either pink or black sashes the groomsmen will be wearing black tuxes with pink pinstripe ties there will be a candy buffet with different shades of pink candy and black favor boxes for the guest to fill up with candy and take home as favors at my pre reception we will serving pink lemonade with fingerfoods and at the main dinner reception the guest will be seated at sparkling pink and silver table settings .I hope my advice and ideas help .email for help at tabbybrewer@yahoo.com
Norah yes pink white and silver go well together. they are my wedding colors as well
I am getting married in March 2008 and my colors are hot pink and orange. What I am so confused about is what color should the bridesmaids dresses be and what should my decor be for the reception. I am taking into consideration that I am having an afternoon wedding and it will still be cold, yet Spring time and I want to incorporate that into the wedding. I have my gown and its white, but we go for the bridesmaids dresses next week and I don’t know what color they should wear. At first I said mocha or expresso but their skins tones are already that color. So now I don’t know.
would pink,white and silver go together?
would pink, white and silver go together?
I have a June (2008) wedding planned. My colors are ivory and different shades of pink. Can anyone help with a wedding theme? The ceremony is outside and the reception is inside.
For the lady planning the pink and purple wedding…I am also thinking of having the same girls. However, I am using a medium colored purple…not lavendar and not dark , along with a rose pink that complements it. Those work nicely together as well. Pink and purple does not sounds good…but it sure looks good.
I need some major help … My wedding is August 18, 2007. I have no clue what to do … I love pink and want pink everything … My boyfriend says he will not wear pink, will just a basic black suit look ok??? I am having problems finding anything …
Beach Theme w/Pink? >>
Search under pink or brown at US Shell & you’ll find a bunch of different & very beautiful shells, starfish, etc. Looking at this site, I almost wish I was having a beach wedding!
http://www.usshell.com
Also, not that it’s pink, but this is a pretty cool candle - esp. with the different shape! And a pink/brown ribbon, bag or box would tie it in very nicely.
http://www.favorideas.com/shopping/prod/KA20008BL.htm
I got engaged in March of this year and I am not getting married till July of next year. I LOVE PINK!!! My colors are pink and brown. How do I encorporate those colors into a beach themed wedding?
For those of you looking for Black and Hot Pink wedding decor, go to a place called Garden Ridge, if you have one. I am planning an August wedding and those are my colors. They have those color schemes from plates to plastic wear. They also have a website with a store locator!
To the girl who is looking for the favor boxes go to Jean M it’s the best web site for wedding ideas. Maybe they well have something.
I am getting married in November and I am trying to find a favor box that will house a heart wine stopper (4.5H x 1.5W) and I can not find one. Any suggestions?!?!
I am getting married next June! I have been wanting a soft pink and a royal purple. I was told that they will go great together! But thats from people that will tell me anything to make me happy! Lol. I am having a military wedding and it is all outside! Any advice? Or anyone think that my colors wont go well?
SANDRA~ I am getting married next August also and I am thinking about Pink and Brown or Pink and Green. I think they are both pretty for outside weddings. I would just go with what you love….its our one special unforgettable day!
I want black and bright pink in my wedding but we’re marrying on the beach and having a garden reception. Any ideas on how to tie all these things together without it looking totally tacky?
hi, sandra.:D to help you out, I seen the chocolate brown and pink, I think that would be pretty. also you can really go either way,due to the fact that august is in the mist of summer and fall, you have a really hard choice cause both combination goes really good for a color theme. I am a wedding planner in nc, and one of my bride is crazy over pink and she is getting married in jan. of 08 and her theme is pink and plantium and touch of icy theme of blue, winter wonderland scene with light pink in the mist. anyone need any advice or need of a planner email at unforgettableoccasions@yahoo.com
I’m a girly girl who always dreamed of the fairytale wedding and my favorite color is pink. I have vowed that I won’t have my bridal party wear pink, but I am reconsidering this now. I am thinking that I can still have a touch of pink. While I haven’t set my official wedding date and have been keeping prospective dates top secret- I want to know if brown and pink or pink and green (I know this tends to be a Spring combo) are okay for an August wedding.
The Color I want is pink and my soon to be husband wants some color of blue, but I don’t want it to look like a baby shower. could someone tell me what shade of blue will look right?