For the last 20 years, the color technology experts at PANTONE® have crowned a color as their flagship "Color of the Year". To ring in the new decade, they have selected Classic Blue as the face of 2020.
PANTONE® tells us that “(Classic Blue)... highlights our desire for a dependable and stable foundation on which to build as we cross the threshold into a new era.”
Unlike last year’s Living Coral, Classic Blue is less of an accent color; it demands to be the center of attention. This makes it a little more difficult to pair with other colors than previous Pantone selections, but it’s a solid choice nonetheless! It is “classic”, after all.
To make finding your “something blue” easy, we’ve hand-picked our favorite Classic Blue wedding images and ideas. Keep reading for inspiration on wedding bouquets, bridesmaids dresses, stationary, wedding cakes and of course, rings. Pin your favorites on your Wedding Board on Pinterest!
Classic Blue Wedding Color Palettes
As a strong primary color, Classic Blue looks best in palettes that include muted secondary colors, neutrals, pastels, and lots of white! Have a look at some of our favorite palettes featuring Classic Blue:
Classic Blue & White Wedding
We'll start our list with the minimalist look: blue and white. This nontraditional dress comes from Frances Miranda, and the cake was found on Mackenzie Horan's blog. By Invitation Only Designs created the oriental-themed invitations.
Blue, Gold, and White Wedding
This gorgeous blue and gold wedding cake was crafted by Bellaria Cake Design. Light up the reception with these festive lanterns!
Blue, Coral, And Ivory Wedding
Go for a balanced look with a peach, blue, and ivory palette. These beautiful flowers are from the Roses and Dreams Etsy shop.
Blue, White, and Mint Green Wedding
Amanda Priscilla Photography captured this beautiful blue and green wedding. F as in Flowers provided a beautiful bridal boquet.
Blue, Gray, and White Wedding
Blue Wedding Bouquets
Tie the wedding party together with matching blue floral accessories.
This handmade bouquet is crafted by hand with polymer clay made to resemble freesias, white tulips, and ivory roses.
Artificial blue roses and an assortment of green accent blossoms give this blue bouquet a fresh, lively look.
Blue Wedding Table Settings
Your wedding's theme is about more than the attire and accouterments. Bringing your wedding's color theme to the table settings helps create a memorable experience!
These simple floral patterned napkins from Target add a touch of color to an otherwise minimalist table setting.
This intricate blue and white dish combination pairs beautifully with gold silverware.
Blue Wedding Invitations And Stationery
Make a memorable first impression with color coordinated blue wedding invitations. Set the stage for your big day by integrating your color theme into the design with an invitation designer, or design your own invitations with image assets from artists online.
These customized invitations and menus from Epitome Papers feature an elegant combination of both printed and handwritten script.
For larger guest lists on a budget, designing your own invitations may be the better option. Use vector image packs from artists on Etsy to get started!
Blue Wedding Cakes
Like the invitations, the cake is something everyone will see and enjoy. There's no shortage of edible decorations available, so incorporating blue and your chosen accent color has never been easier!
Go for a more minimalist look with this indigo two-tier cake from Sugarbee Sweets.
This four-tier wedding cake from award-winning Lisa Notley Cake Design features floral accents and a unique metallic finish.
Classic Blue Bridesmaids Dresses
Lastly, the most obvious way to bring the 2020 color of the year into your wedding is with the wardrobe. These indigo blue bridal dress designs show how a variety of shades can make your bridal party really shine.
Bringing Classic Blue into your decorations, wardrobe, flowers, and jewelry can create a stylish and elegant energy to your big day. For more inspiration, visit our Pinterest board featuring blue wedding inspiration.