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Updated Oct 14, 2024The Best Beach Wedding Colors and Palettes for Any Theme or Destination
From Palm Beach to Punta Cana and everywhere in between.
The natural scenery and waterfront views will steal the show at your beach wedding, but that doesn't mean you should skip decor entirely. And before you can choose the decor, you'll need to pick your beach wedding colors, which will set the tone for your whole event. Bold, vibrant colors create a party-ready atmosphere, while softer greens and blues are more relaxed and calming. It all depends on the vision you have for your wedding day (take our Style Quiz if you're still trying to narrow it down), but in the meantime, let these beachy color palette ideas spark your creativity. Here are our recs for the best colors for a beach wedding, whether you're planning a beach wedding abroad or getting married at your favorite summer vacation spot.
1. Yellow, White and Green Beach Wedding Colors
Yellow is arguably the happiest color, which is what makes it such a natural choice for your wedding day. Pair the sunny hue with emerald green and white for a beach wedding color palette that's classic-with-a-twist.
2. Bright Pink Beach Wedding Color Scheme
Peppy pink is one of the top wedding colors of the year, and it's also a fun pick for your beach color palette. We say double-down on the bright hue by filling your space with all things pink—an impactful technique called 'color drenching' that focuses on using one color over and over again. If you love this look but don't know how to pull it off, work with a professional wedding planner to bring it to life.
3. Blue, Yellow and Orange Beach Wedding Color Combination
Whether your style leans more classic or eclectic, this combination is a great pick for summer beach wedding colors. Style the palette with mismatched prints for an artsy look, or stick to tradition by using stripes and florals.
4. Neon Pastels Beach Wedding Colors
Neon colors like lime green, fluorescent orange and hot pink are having their wedding moment right now, but depending on your style, flashy brights might not be exactly what you had in mind. In that case, their toned-down, pastel counterparts are just as fun.
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5. Coral and Blue Beach Wedding Color Palette
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Perfect for a low-key coastal setting, this beach wedding color scheme is calm and cheerful. Use a range of light and dusty blue tones with seashells or mother of pearl details to finish the ethereal, airy vibe.
6. Black and White Beach Wedding Colors
Give your beach wedding colors a chic upgrade with black and white accents. This combo is somehow modern and timeless, and it's a gorgeous compromise if you want a beach wedding without the stereotypical details. Get the look with woven raffia and pom-poms that are laid-back without being in-your-face beachy.
7. Charcoal, Beige and Magenta Beach Wedding Color Combination
Incorporate darker reds, pinks and oranges into your palette for late summer or fall beach wedding colors. With beachy details like fringe tassels and woven fans, the overall vibe will still feel laid-back and inviting—with a seasonal touch.
8. Earthy Neutral Beach Wedding Color Scheme
Winter isn't the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a beach wedding, but if you happen to be getting married during the off-season, earthy neutrals are a stunning choice for your winter beach wedding color palette. Balance rich colors like terracotta, charcoal gray and brown with lighter creams and off-whites for a well-rounded palette.
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9. Red, White and Blue Beach Wedding Colors
Going for a nautical look? Try a red, white and blue color palette inspired by sailing flags and quintessential New England prep style. Incorporate yellow and green if you don't want to go full-on patriotic.
10. Turquoise and Teal Beach Wedding Color Combination
Blue and teal tones are both so complementary of the surrounding waters that they blend seamlessly into a beach setting. (Still looking for your venue? Browse beachfront locations on The Knot Vendor Marketplace.) Add hints of purple to complete this fun mermaid-inspired palette.
11. Blue and White Beach Wedding Colors
If you love the coastal grandmother aesthetic, consider these your go-to colors for a beach wedding. Blue and white are such a classic choice for a coastal chic theme, especially when you incorporate details like chinoiserie, antique maps and oyster shell escort cards.
12. Green and Tan Beach Wedding Color Palette
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This duo is one of the most versatile and adaptable beach wedding color ideas, since it works for nearly any time of the year, any type of beach wedding venue and any wedding theme. It all depends on how you style them—monstera leaves and rattan furniture create a tropical look, while eucalyptus and toffee-colored roses are more romantic.
13. Tangerine and Fuchsia Beach Wedding Color Combination
Not only does this beach wedding color scheme evoke a fun party vibe during the day, but it's also reminiscent of the stunning pinks and oranges that fill the sky during a beach sunset. Since these two colors are bold enough as-is, you can complement them with neutral accent tones, like ivory, gold or beige.
14. Metallic Beach Wedding Color Scheme
It might not seem like it, but this particular beach wedding color idea works just as well for modern glam weddings as it does for boho chic themes. For the former, drape gold lamé table cloths over formal dining tables and decorate your cake with edible gold leaf. For the latter, mix and match silver and gold pieces with pampas grass and white flowers.
15. Sea Glass Beach Wedding Color Palette
Take inspiration from beach treasures by incorporating sea glass greens and blues into your beach wedding decor. Transform it into an elegant black tie event with the addition of chandeliers and tall centerpieces, or for a more casual feel, add wooden accent items and lightweight fabrics, like linen or organza tablecloths.
16. Blush and Ivory Beach Wedding Colors
This elegant spring beach wedding color palette acts as the perfect backdrop for subtle pops of silver or gold, like mercury glass centerpieces or antique mirrored serving trays. Plus, the colors blend into the background of the sandy landscape so they won't detract from the surrounding views.
