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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Hello Everyone!
I just found this website and i think its awesome! I am very interested in having hot pink and black as my wedding colors, most likely this may 08. Does that work? I thought about having my bm in hot pink with black dresses, and my tables with white and hot pink.. any ideas? I am on a very low budget so any nice ideas would be welcome…
Tiffany, another thought for you. If I was planning a pink-theme winter wonderland wedding I would RUN to the nearest store and pick up a copy of the newest (Martha Stewart) Blueprint magazine. It has an absolutely wonderful feature on pink-themed winter wonderland decor with mixed-metal accents.
No black, but lots of clear glass, sparkly crystal, silvery butterflies … and wonderful inexpensive centerpieces that would really wow your guests. Just a great source of ideas whether you end up using them literally or not.
Hi Tiffany put your flower girls in white dresses with either a pink or black waist sash or just put them in sinple white dresses. Here are some wedding cake design websites http://www.enchantedweddingcakes.com or http://www.celebratecakes.com … a friend of mine printed off a cake design from one these websites and took it to a local baker.
I also hope that really consider serving your guest something other then cake and punch because the guest buy cards and gifts and come out for the special day. You could have a family member make party trays or order them from a local deli or walmart things such as fruit and veggie trays and finger sanwhiches ,little cocktail smokies , cheese and crackers, you know just a little something .
Also its up to you if you want an aisle runner I think it will look great to have a black and white monogramed aisle runner with hot pink or pink petals sprinkled over it. Go to http://www.signatureweddingaislerunners.com and view the gallery or portfolio even just sprinkled petals on the floor. Without a runner will look fine also, its up to you, but just view this website anyways and go to http://www.petalgarden.com for silk rose petals or http://www.growersbox.com for fresh. Again i hope this all helps — I love weddings and parties — and let me know what you think of everything and what you decided for your final wedding colors.
My sister has a little black dress already but now the problem is what to put the flower girl in I mean I am not sure. Do you know any cake wedding sites where I could find some designs. Thanks for all your help again. Do you think that it would be a good idea to get one of those runners to place on the floor since the church floor is like a beige color.
Hi Tiffany I see more of what you need help on. Think about dressing you bridal party in black and white girls in black dresses and guys in black tuxes with white tie trim. let the flowers either be Hot pink or Light pink one or the other either light pink roses or Hot pink roses or Gerber Daises. go to growersbox. com to have fresh flowers sent to you or buy silk or go to a florist. buy pew bows to put on the church pews in your choice of color, and order a aisleway runner and sprinkle the aisle runner with either hot pink and light pink rose petals. look for a local party rental store and rent some candlobras or a floral arch.
For the reception you should really consider offereng more thn just cake and punch some Non exspensive ideas are party platters things such as chicken fingers and finger sanwhiches. if you have nearby walmart or Sams go to the Deli and they will make them for you. and for centerpieces buy inexspensive glass vases or flower pots and fill them with pink flowers and surround the larger centerpiece with small votive candles and sprinkle rose petals on the tables.
And Tiffany please visit http://www.ariadress.com its a bridesmaid dress website and I saw some pretty black and Hot Pink dress options. just View there photo album and you will see what im talking about but please visit this site let me know what you think get back with me .
Okay Tabitha see that is the problem I know that I am getting married in the church. I will have about 100 people. The reception will follow at the church but I don’t think we will have dancing since my fiance is not a dancer I think we were talking about just having punch and cake. Also I have not chosen any decorations really because I have not really had a lot of ideas. I wasn’t sure about how I can pull off this black and white them with mainly accents of hot pink. Do you think it would be too much if I had accents of hot pink and baby pink. Thank you for all your help.
Also I was not sure about a theme because my fiance is absolutely no help he just keeps saying it is my day
Hi Tiffany Black bridesmaids dresses will be fine for a winter wedding I thought you were trying to put your bridal party in Hot pink for a winter wedding and I thought that was a little to much boldness with the Hot pink and Black for a winter wedding but if you were to do a black and white theme with different shades of pink Flowers including hints and touches of hot pink to add punch you could pull it off and it could look good . But exactly what type of theme or atmosphere are you going for because all i know so far is that you are having hot pink and black so if you help me see your vision more I can further help you if thats okay.
Is it appropriate to have a black and white theme wedding in January. If so will it work to have my sister which she will be the maid of honor wear a black dress. Does anyone else have some other ideas to pull this theme off…
Hi Tabitha so your saying that black brides maid dresses would be way too much.
Oh yeah Tabitha the whole reason I was going with the black bm dresses is because my sister will no way no how get in a pink dress.
Thanks
Hey April go to Alfred Angelos website at http://www.alfredangelo.com they offer a over a 100 style dresses in over 46 colors choices for any style dress but I have to say my favorite website and the most perfect website for your pink and green color scheme is ariadress.com they have so many pink and green options and any other color a bride is looking for you will LOVE their website and put your flower girls in pink since your bridesmaids are in green they can be little pink fairies or princesses and black tuxes sounds good check out these websites and let me know what you think hope this helps.
I am super excited about my pink and green wedding. But, David’s Bridal dosen’t seem to offer a lime/mint green in their bridesmaids dresses. My wedding dress is…believe it or not…pink (light pink), so I want to keep the girls in green. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to get lime/mint green dresses? I live in a small town and David’s is the only bridal store around here. Also, I’m trying to keep the groomsmen from having to wear brown tuxes. So, will black be ok with this light pink and green wedding. One more thing…what about the flowergirls? What color should they wear?
Hi Tiffany I think you can use Hot Pink but not as a main color maybe as an accent color now black and hot pink for a winter wedding I think is a little to much boldness and Hot pink is a summer color im a wedding and Events coordinator and when your doing a seasonal wedding you dont want to go to far out of the box as far as color goes because it could come off as tacky for example read above for the pink on pink idea that would be different for a winter wedding but at the same elegant your colors could be an icy light pink and white with Hot pink accents put your bridal party in Light pink and white and have for your flowers you can do have both shades of light and hot pink ,and it wont be too much boldness but just enough to make it trendy ,fun and different but if you read more above on the pink on pink or pink on white ideas at the top of the page and look at the flashing images you can see more of what im talking about let me know what you think because i find many brides who want to bring bold summer colors into the winter and I try to find ways they can without it looking too tacky so let me know what you come up with for your final desicion please.
Thanks Tabitha Well earlier when I said pink I was thinking more like hot pink do you think that is too much for a winter wedding.
Hi Tiffany I think a Sparkling winter wonderland theme would be great for a winter wedding using the colors Pink and Silver for the ceremony create an aisleway with rented silver Candleabras or silver lanterns and sprinkle real or silk pink and white roses petals on the ground dress your Bridemaid in pink gowns and the guys in either .grey, white ,or black tuxes with pink or silver tie and vest trim.For the reception find anything that sparkles as far as decorations goes buy glass vases for centerpieces and fill them with silver christmas ornaments or glass marbles sprinkle the tables with pink petals or silver or glass beads, and take white christmas trees or tall green plants and wrap them in white bridal lights buy inexspensive glasses from bargain stores set the tables with extra glamore let me know what you think and i hope this helps.
Hey everyone I am getting married january 12 2008 and I am really stressed with it so soon and I have very little decorations and all. I have chosen black and white with pink accents for my wedding but everyone I tell that too just gives me this weird look. Just face I need advice:D
Hi candace try thinking of the chocolate Brown color . Now what goes great with chocolates Champagne or cream right . try putting your guys in Ivory or cream colored tuxes or suits with the Brown tie and vest trim. or ivory or cream Tuxes with Champagne gold Tie and vest Trim , Khaki colored suits with champagne or Brown Tie trim or even Black tux with champagne gold tie trim might work as well if you just prefer a black tux let me know what you think so i may further help you .
Hi, my wedding is next September and I would like to have pink and brown for my colors. My problem is I dont know what to put the guys in? My fiance does not want to wear pink, but I dont think brown and black will work. Help!
Hi, my wedding is in February.i want to have maroon,ivory, gold..but they say it will make your wedding dark…Any ideas? But my second choice is lime green and pink.
Hi Cindy I think maybe you should Dress your bridal party Pink and Brown The Bridesmaids Should wear Pink tea length dresses with chocolate brown sahes and you can dress your guys in either ivory tuxes with pink or chocolate brown tie , and let the pink and lime green be in your flowers because for an outdoor ceremony lots of pink and greenery would be nice as well as in the bouquets and reception centerpieces let me know what you think.
:(( Help Me!
My wedding is March 28, 2008 it will be a outdoord ceremony and I have no clue what to do with my bridesmaids dresses! My colors are Hot Pink and Lime Green with hints of Chocolate Brown. Some of them think choc brown for the dress but I think Pink and a green sash or a brown sash. Any opinions? My dress is strapless ivory with a pink sash…. My center pieces will be pink and green roses and my favors are ivory boxes with pink and brown ribbon, the treat inside is a hersheys mini choc with our own labels and 2 hersheys kisses….. my wedding bouquet will form it self as I walk down the isle…each guest seated at the end will hand me a rose (one side will be pink and the other green) and before my brother hands me over to my fiance he will tie a ribbon around my bouquet.
What do you all think? Any ideas? Help me! Please?~