As a wedding blogger and magazine editor, I have had the delightful opportunity to create countless wedding photo shoots to bring ideas and inspiration to couples planning their weddings here on the Sunshine Coast, – and really anywhere! The styling and concepts found here can also be recreated far and wide. 

This one, however, was super special. When people ask me what I would do for my own hypothetical wedding, I can hand-on-heart say it would be something quite like this. Romantic, dreamy, full of stunning flowers and flowing fabrics in a lavender colour palette with whispers of a wisteria feel. 

Today I’m giving you a mere a taste of what we have created with a stellar team of Sunshine Coast wedding professionals, because there is genuinely so much more to share from this incredible styled shoot. Take a scroll through my personal dream wedding – and watch this space, because there’s more to come… very soon! 

Creative Crew

Concept + coordination | THE BRIDE’S TREE 

Photographer | WORTH PHOTOGRAPHY

Venue | YANDINA STATION 

Stylist, stationery + signage | CLOUD NINE WEDDINGS

Florist | DARLING FLOWERS

Celebrant | PHILIPPA HOLNESS MARRIAGE CELEBRANT

Hair stylist | EVALYN PARSONS

Makeup artist | MELITA MCDONNELL MAKEUP ARTIST

Jewellery | MALENY JEWELLERS

Bridal gowns | AFTER FIVE BRIDAL

Wedding tees | THE BRIDE’S TREE SHOP

Photo booth | PENINSULA POP UPS

Cake | ONE SWEET MOMENT CAKERY & MAKERY

Horse (Elmo) | SPARKLES & CO.

Content Creator | THE SOCIAL STORYTELLER

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Choosing wedding colours to create the perfect wedding colour palette sets the tone for your special day, from the invitations to the floral arrangements and bridesmaid dresses. With so many beautiful hues and combinations available, it can be overwhelming to narrow down the options. Fear not, brides-to-be! In this guide, we will walk you through five essential tips to help you select the ideal colour scheme for your wedding, ensuring that every detail reflects your unique style and vision. Let’s dive in and create a palette that will make your big day truly unforgettable.

Unveiling Your Wedding Colour Palette

Consider Your Wedding Season

The season in which you choose to get married can greatly influence your colour palette. Spring weddings often feature pastel shades like blush pink and soft lavender, reflecting the season’s gentle reawakening. Summer nuptials might incorporate vibrant colours such as bold coral or sunny yellow, echoing the energy and brightness of the season. For fall weddings, consider rich, warm tones like burgundy, burnt orange, and deep yellows that mirror the changing foliage. A winter wedding could be the perfect backdrop for cooler hues like icy blues, emerald greens, or even metallics that sparkle like freshly fallen snow. By aligning your colour choices with the natural backdrop of the season, you create a harmonious and memorable setting for your big day.

Reflect on Your Personal Style

Your wedding is a reflection of who you are as a couple, so your colour palette should resonate with your personal style. Are you drawn to a classic and sophisticated look? Consider a palette with timeless colours like navy blue, cream, and gold. If you’re known for your bold personality, don’t shy away from bright and punchy colours that will make a statement, such as fuchsia and tangerine. For those who love all things rustic and natural, earthy tones like olive green, taupe, and terracotta might be the perfect fit. It’s also important to think about the mood you want to set on your wedding day. Soft, muted colours can create a romantic and intimate atmosphere, while a mix of saturated hues can foster a lively and festive vibe. Let your colours tell your story.

Factor in the Venue Aesthetics

The venue you select for your wedding will have its own colour scheme and style, which should be considered when choosing your palette. If your venue has a distinct character, you’ll want to choose colours that complement rather than clash with the environment. For example, a beachside setting might call for more natural, serene colours like sandy neutrals, seafoam green, and sky blue. Before finalising your palette, visit your venue at the time of day your wedding will take place to see how the light affects the colours. Pay attention to the walls, floors, art, and any other significant features of the space. By ensuring your colour choices enhance the venue’s aesthetics, you create a cohesive and immersive experience for you and your guests.

Consult with Your Wedding Planner

Enlisting your wedding planner in the colour selection process can unlock valuable insights and spur creativity. These seasoned professionals often recommend unique colour pairings, drawing on their extensive experience. Furthermore, they excel at identifying potential issues, such as the availability of flowers in particular shades or how fabric choices might affect the desired aesthetic.

Your wedding planner plays a crucial role in illustrating how different colours impact the atmosphere and guest emotions. Moreover, they’ll verify that your preferred hues align with your budget and the practicalities of your wedding elements, from decor to attire. Rely on their wisdom to craft a colour scheme that will realise your wedding dreams.

Keep in Mind the Wedding Mood

The mood you aspire to capture on your wedding day is crucial when selecting your colour palette. Indeed, colours wield the capacity to shape emotions and craft an encompassing atmosphere, thereby making it pivotal to select a palette that harmonizes with the ambiance you aim to establish. For instance, soft blues and greens can effortlessly create a tranquil and serene setting, quintessentially suited for small, intimate gatherings.

On the other hand, embracing warm hues such as peach, soft coral, and pink can gracefully introduce a romantic and fanciful aura. Furthermore, should you desire a more opulent and striking mood, the combination of deep jewel tones with glimmering metallics can pronounce a bold and sophisticated declaration. Conversely, if your goal is to foster a vivacious and high-spirited atmosphere, opting for vibrant and contrasting colours can significantly heighten the sense of celebration. It is paramount to remember that the colours you choose will not only set the tone from the initial moment your guests unveil their invitations but also sustain the mood right through to the concluding dance at your reception.

Choosing Wedding Colours with a Little Help From Our Friends

Still not quite clear on what you want or where to start? You might need some help from our Recommended Wedding Stylists.

A wedding stylist can help you refine your ideas and come up with ways to infuse the best colours for your wedding into your styling in a seamlessly cohesive way while making sure you get all the elements you really can’t imagine your day without while sticking within your budget.

Want More Wedding Planning Tips?

Get all our expert advice in one place right here. 

Image Credits

Styling | SIMPLY STYLE CO.

Photography: TRENT AND JESSIE

Flowers: WILLOW BUD

Stationery: BLUEBIRD INVITATIONS

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Rachelle Marian has been running Sunshine Coast styling and hire business, Simply Style Co., with her partner, Mark, since she took the reins of the business in 2019. Rachelle has been working in the wedding and events industry for 15 years, but now is her time to shine as the boss lady she was destined to be! 

Rachelle heads up the family-owned and run business with her keen eye for quality design and thoughtful details, and commissions Mark to make some of their specialty decor, such as ceremony arbours and tables – and bring the muscles! The rest of the styling and marketing team are super supportive. Rachelle says, “We are each other’s biggest cheerleaders and we make a great family team.” 

Read on to hear more about Simply Styling Co. and the woman herself, Rachelle Marian.

What is a typical day like for a wedding stylist?

No day is ever same. The ever changing environment around me is what keeps me thriving! My week is filled with consults withe clients, vendor brainstorming sessions, staff pow-wows, sourcing, scheduling and strategising.

Mid-week events turn into weekend affairs, usually waking early in the morning to do our final check overs and pack the vans. We move quickly and swiftly and installation can take anywhere between one and six hours. This is where the magic happens and everything comes together – I LOVE this part. The before and after transformation is exhilarating. I sometimes catch myself taking a step back and breathing it all in.

Then we’re back again at midnight or the following morning to pack down. Events vary from weddings to private celebrations to large corporate events, hence every day is new and just as exciting as the last!

Tell me about your career as a wedding stylist.

My career spans over 15 years in wedding and event design. I began in the industry at the age of 18 and over this time, I’ve gained invaluable insight, extensive knowledge and incredible relationships on the Sunshine Coast. It has been a life dream of mine to own a business where I could grow intellectually and emotionally. So taking Simply Style Co. on was a huge decision for me and I was so nervous in the beginning, but I have an incredible support team and to be honest I am so proud of myself for taking the leap. I truly love what I do and I thoroughly enjoy seeing the weddings and events come to life with my styling and décor.

What’s new at Simply Style Co.?

We have just launched a brand-new range – The Casa Range! It’s a standout setting hand-crafted with solid teak timber and natural fibres. Perfect for guests to hang out on and will bring a modern feel to any space. We’re always on the lookout and sourcing quality furniture to complement our collection, and this fits perfectly with our values, expectations and will not disappoint. We cannot wait to feature this in our upcoming weddings.

How does Simply Style Co. stand out from the crowd?

I’m a lover of quality design, thoughtful details and the full sensory experience. I’m known to be a passionate stylist and work with a little playful humour. But most importantly I understand life is busy and hectic for engaged couples and although it is exciting and encouraging to have so much inspiration and choice available, it can be overwhelming. I am here to empower and educate couples to plan a day true to them and their story.

Share something that’s interesting about you, or something a lot of people don’t realise.

Most people may not know that my family heritage spans well over 105 years on the Sunshine Coast, mainly Noosa and Tewantin. This is my home and has been ‘home’ to our family for many years. So I guess you could say I am without a doubt “born and bred” on the Sunshine Coast. And in my time on the Sunshine Coast, I met Mark at high school when we were the young age of 16. We have been together nearly 18 years and – our love is still going strong.

Image credits: Lindy Photography, Estella Photo, Graeme Passmore Photography & Film.

Like what you see? Need a Wedding Stylist?

Contact Rachelle at Simply Style Co. to see if she can help you with your wedding styling and decor hire.

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White on white finds its own way in a stone setting with walls that would whisper if only they could. Antique silver elements bring in the old worldly feel. 

Pops of colour softly fade into the picture with soft peach blooms, and a billowing marine blue bridal gown. 

To see more from our Forgotten Garden shoot, check out our Summer 2019 Magazine. 

Creative Crew

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Subtle shimmering elements with sequins and gold contrast with, yet complement the natural fibres in the place settings and wood decking in The Cabanas. 

A mismatch of neutral and blush pink in various ceramics with different finishes tie in beautifully with the tablescape, allowing the florals to steal the focus. Careful planning allowed the menus and place cards to be matched with the floristry. 

This beachy Spring/Summer wedding colour palette features hydrangea blue, peach, blush, white, and pink with supporting natural tones. 

Photography: Elk + Fir | Venue: Sofitel Noosa Resort | Styling: Confetti Events | Flowers: The Orange Blossom | Hair: Sass & Niki’s Wedding Hair | Makeup: Sally Townsend Makeup Artistry | Stationery: The Frankie Collective | Dresses: Sphere Collective 

Thank you for supporting our A-list Vendors who put together this stunning styled shoot for our Summer 2018 magazine… 

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