29 Winter Wedding Color Palettes That Go Beyond Classic Red and Green Elevate your seasonal aesthetic with these unexpected hues. Close Credit: Lauren Fair Photography Winter wedding color palettes can transform your special day into a distinctive and festive celebration. While traditional hues like berry red and evergreen are popular choices, there is an abundance of alternative shades to explore, from vibrant magenta to shimmering frosted metallics. Here we explore a variety of inspiring examples—such as colorful tablescapes, breathtaking cakes, and captivating bridesmaids' dresses—that demonstrate how colors like navy, teal, plum, and dove gray can beautifully capture the magic of the winter season without feeling overtly tied to Christmas themes. 52 Gorgeous Winter Wedding Bouquets 01 of 29 Slate, Silver, and Evergreen Credit: Adam Barnes This combination of charcoal and evergreen feels at once both elevated and modern. Scale back on the florals and focus on fauna for your centerpieces here, and look to silver and crystal accents (read: glassware, flatware, and seating). 02 of 29 Frost and Royal Blue Credit: Shannon Von Eschen Look to the frosty blue hues of the season for this wedding color palette. Snow white, sapphire, and baby blues all come together in this winter wedding bouquet from Bare Root Flora. 03 of 29 Dark Green and Vibrant Pear Credit: Natalie Watson An invitation suite from Written Word Calligraphy pairs green velvet elements with taupe and gold accents—but it's the vibrant, pear-colored tones in the custom envelope liner that keep this palette fresh and elegant. 04 of 29 Black and Bronze Credit: Kaity Brawley This couple used black and bronze as the basis of their color palette, working the tones into their tablescape on the menus, seating assignment ribbons, flatware, and bread plates. Warm wood tones, mauve and ivory florals, and minimalist candle holders kept the setup from Jet Set Wed inviting and sophisticated. 05 of 29 Hunter, Blush, and Blue Credit: Stetten Wilson A rich evergreen shade appeared throughout this couple's winter wedding at an art museum, while accents of pale pink, blue, and gold kept the atmosphere lively and festive. A paper suite from Ruby the Fox included foil accents and a sketch of the venue. 06 of 29 Royal and Gold Credit: Lacie Hansen Photography For a snowy wedding in Aspen, Colorado, the royal blue shades of the sky over the ski slopes inspired a color palette that also included gold, white, and green. Sprigs of berries and rosemary in the same hues sat inside crisply folded white napkins. 07 of 29 Light Blue and Hot Pink Credit: Perry Vaile A palette based on colorful mid-century Christmas decor included vibrant hot pink velvet bridesmaids' gowns, pale blue velvet linens and seating, plenty of gold and silver, and subtle notes of bright red and dark green. All the tones came together in the couple's cake display, where ornaments, ribbons, and greenery accented each tier of the stacked dessert from Ashley Cakes. 08 of 29 Navy and Gold Credit: Lauren Fair Photography Channel the hue of a clear winter's night with navy accents. Here, metallic gold chairs offer an industrial contrast to the velvet lounge seat, creating the perfect wintry palette. 09 of 29 Peach and Powder Credit: Rodeo & Co. Photography A peachy-pink wedding dress pops against a barely-blue ice castle backdrop—but you don't need a frozen big-day venue to make the color combo work. Use peach and powder blue throughout your day to create a similar wintry vibe. 67 of Our Favorite Colorful Wedding Dresses From Real Weddings 10 of 29 Burgundy and Blush Credit: Katherine Rose of Max & Friends Burgundy is a classic color choice for winter. To modernize and brighten the shade, add pops of pink—like this bride did when pairing her her bridesmaids' dark dresses with blush faux-fur shrugs. 11 of 29 Red, White, and Blue Credit: Joanna Fisher Photography Although this trio of colors may be synonymous with early summer, they work surprisingly well for the winter, too. Rich red, winter white, and blue blooms make this floral creation cold-weather appropriate. The antlers are the perfect seasonal finishing touch. 12 of 29 Magenta and Yellow Credit: Mr. & Mrs. Wedding Duo Dip-dyed berry table linens and yellow velvet napkins bring bursts of unanticipated color and texture to this tablescape. On a dinner table lined with wax candles, the color combo becomes undeniably romantic by night as it accents a runner of winter florals. 13 of 29 Champagne, Wine, and Evergreen Credit: Uttke Photography Sprigs of winter greenery turn neutral shoes into seasonal stunners. These champagne-colored flats, decorated with wine-hued blooms and blush berries, let your winter color palette blossom. 14 of 29 Blue-Gray and White Credit: Marni Rothschild Pictures Blue-gray and white are two winter-ready colors on their own, so it's no surprise they pair well together. This bridesmaid's gauzy dress pairs perfectly with her wintry white bouquet. 65 White Wedding Bouquets for Your Special Day 15 of 29 Cream, Copper, and Green Credit: The Singlers Photography To make an all-white backdrop feel a little less stark, layer in tones of copper and green accents, like metallic vessels and a seeded eucalyptus garland. A range of textures, from the woven baskets to lush florals, add visual interest. 16 of 29 Red, White, and Blush Credit: Jessie Schultz Photography Shades of red and green—seen in this bouquet in the forms of roses and eucalyptus—can be softened with pops of pale pink for an elegant arrangement with subtle seasonal undertones. 17 of 29 Teal, Gold, and Dusty Rose Credit: White Rabbit Studios The antiqued teal sides of a distressed dining table inspired this unexpectedly festive color combination. Gold fabrics and berry-toned goblets make bright teal a surprisingly appropriate cold-weather accent. 18 of 29 Plum and Gold Credit: Blaine Siesser Doesn't this cozy display make you want to curl up by a warm fire? Replicate the feeling at your own wedding by borrowing the color found in the plush plum couches and golden rug. 19 of 29 Winter White, Copper, and Gold Credit: McCune Photography These oversized star ornaments in shades of gold, copper, and bronze add shimmering metallic accents to an overhead floral installation. 20 of 29 Bright Gold and Green Credit: Kaytee Lauren Photography Bright yellow-gold may not feel like a winter wedding color, but it absolutely can be: Temper its bright hue with matching flatware, black-and-white accents, and a garland of greens. 21 of 29 Shades of Gray Credit: Everbay Co. Warm up a winter color palette with shades of gray. Here, bridesmaids donned dove gray sweaters and charcoal-colored skirts to create chic, tone-on-tone outfits that complemented the snowy surroundings. 22 of 29 Red and Gold Credit: Kate Headley Nothing says "December wedding" like a coordinating palette of bright red, muted gold, and classic plaid. This illustrated invite suite was further upgraded to reflect the season with a wreath motif and bakers twine details. 23 of 29 Green, Orange, and Cream Credit: Christian Oth of Christian Oth Studio This couple put their own twist on the traditional red-and-green winter color scheme by swapping out red florals for orange persimmons. Steal their smart idea for an palette that's equal parts festive and fresh. 24 of 29 Red and Pewter Credit: Kate Headley A glittering metallic hue, like pewter or bronze, gives your palette a welcome dose of winter sparkle. Here, bouquets of cheerful red lilies pop against sequined bridesmaids' dresses. 25 of 29 Gray, Gold, and Green Credit: Cassidy Carson Photography Translate winter's stormy skies into a cool wedding color palette by pairing gray with pops of green and gold. Gray taper candles in shiny gold holders stand out against a table-length garland. 26 of 29 Black, White, and Rose Gold Credit: Brumley & Wells Rose gold foil accents modernize a traditional black-and-white color palette on this classic invitation suite. A subtle red accent on the postage stamp previews the rest of the couple's wedding aesthetic. 27 of 29 Shades of Purple Credit: Alixann Loosle Photography Moody purples paired with pops of yellow and peach call up visions of winter's afternoon sunsets. Add dried florals, variegated leaves, and metallic accents to create a lush, glowing tablescape. 50 Tried-and-True Wedding Color Schemes to Inspire Your Own 28 of 29 Plaid Palette Credit: Lauren Kinsey Rich jewel tones—ruby, sapphire, emerald—are easy to coordinate when you incorporate them into colorful plaids. 29 of 29 Red and Gray Credit: Lavender and Twine Red is a go-to shade for winter, but you can make it your own by pairing it with softer gray accents. Here, a red silk flower pops against a square gray dinner plate, offering up a pretty contrast between seasonal and modern. Explore more: Weddings Wedding Ceremony & Reception Wedding Décor & Details Wedding Colors