The world is your oyster. So why stick to the boring? Embrace the vibrancy of these contrasting colour palettes for your bold wedding decor now!
Be honest with us? When you close your eyes and envision your wedding, what do you see? If the first vision in your mind is vivid and vibrant hues at a wedding of your dreams, you’re not alone! There are many like you who are embracing this colourful side of themselves and painting their special day with bold decor with contrasting colours.
Soft pastels and muted hues have had their moments in the wedding decor scene for long, but one can’t simply deny the life that colours bring into a wedding, especially an Indian one. If you are also biased towards the traditional maximal aesthetic in weddings, you have stumbled upon the right place. Team Wedding Affair will tell you today how to have fun with contrasting colours and bold wedding decor to curate the celebration of your dreams.
Keep reading and make a statement with these striking colour combinations.
Royal Blue & Marigold Yellow
There is hardly any colour that is as regal as the shade of royal blue. Against the bright hue of marigold yellow, it shines even brighter. Think of the deep and jewel-toned blue drapes wrapped around the canopies, adorned with garlands of marigold everywhere. It’s rich, traditional and makes every element pop.
You can also opt for a Moroccan pattern with royal blue and yellow as a backdrop or accent for the bold wedding decor. It’s an intense contrast that is perfect for an outdoor celebration of Haldi or a sunny pool party.
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Hot Pink & Emerald Green
This contrasting duo screams energy. Emerald green is luxurious and ethereal, while hot pink brings passion to the celebration. Equally bold and striking, this combo is perfect for both indoor and outdoor functions.
Think of vibrant pink drapes against a green outdoor venue, or a green foliage adorned with pink florals and accents. It’s perfect for mehendi or haldi function, and for the main event too, with some extra lighting and shining.
Tangerine Orange & Fuchsia
If you are a couple who loves the electric aesthetic, you should definitely go for these neon pairs of tangerine orange and fuchsia pink. It’s a match made in colour heaven as both the colours exude joy and work perfectly for a daytime event.
Keep the orange for base—canopies, backdrops, entrance etc and layer it with fuchsia accents—cussions, drapes, florals and more. It’s beautiful and extremely photogenic, perfect for your haldi or mehendi.
Deep Purple & Mustard Yellow
Now we turn towards a slightly unconventional pick for our bold wedding decor ideas. It’s fresh, bold and brings drama to your decor. Purple has a sense of mystery and sophistication, while mustard yellow brings an old-world charm and warmth.
You can use these two colours in equal measure for maximum impact. A mustard mandap with purple florals or a purple stage with mustard seating—both work beautifully!
Turquoise & Rani Pink
This combination is for couples who don’t shy away from being playful. Turquoise is refreshing and coastal, while pink brings depth of cultural richness. Rightly done, this can be the right decor idea for a modern outdoor celebration.
Think of pink flowers dominating a turquoise base. Keep the turquoise for stage, tablecloth etc and the pink for details like seating, signage and more.
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Ivory and Crimson Red
If you think neutrals can’t be bold, you are mistaken. Paired with the fierce crimson, ivory becomes a brilliant colour for contrasting wedding decor. Very traditional, especially derived from Bengali aesthetics, this decor is apt for glamorous evening celebrations.
Amp up the grandeur with ivory tents, table setups and more, and let the regal hue of red do the accessorising, such as deep red roses for flora, rich silk for drapes and gorgeous candlelight. Throw in some gold with it and it’s an affair for the royals.
Bold wedding decor is not about chaos; it is about thoughtful curation of a space that fits your personality and aura. Embrace your love for colours and have fun, it’s your day!
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