A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Color Scheme for Your Luxurious West Virginia Wedding Venue
- evermoreridgewv
- 3 days ago
- 5 min read
Brides often tell me that choosing their wedding color scheme is one of their most difficult decisions. This choice sets the tone for the entire celebration, so I can understand why it can be so hard to choose! Without the color scheme, couples cannot start much else since it directly influences everything from invitations and floral arrangements to bridesmaids’ dresses and table settings. When planning a wedding at one of the many luxurious West Virginia wedding venues, the natural surroundings and architectural style offer unique inspiration. Whether you’re hosting your ceremony at an indoor Charleston, WV wedding venue or dreaming of an outdoor wedding ceremony near the breathtaking New River Gorge National Park, your color choices can highlight the beauty of the location and create a memorable atmosphere.
This guide will help you select a color palette that complements your venue, reflects your style, and enhances your wedding day experience.
Understand Your Luxurious West Virginia Wedding Venue’s Natural Palette
Start by observing the colors already present at your venue. Our luxurious West Virginia wedding venue, Evermore Ridge, features:
Whitewashed walls accented with dark, rich wood tones
Black and white vaulted ceilings with three elegant, gold chandeliers
Stone features, like the stunning columns and fireplace on our sunset patio
Unique wood timber frame and natural rock at our outdoor ceremony site
Lush greenery inside and out
Wildflowers in our meadow blooming from late spring to early August
Use these existing colors as a foundation. They will help you choose shades that blend seamlessly with the surroundings rather than clash.
Consider the Season of Your Wedding
Seasonal colors naturally complement the environment and mood of your wedding day. Here’s ways to align your color scheme with the time of year:
Spring: Soft pastels like blush pink, lavender, mint green, dusty blue, and pale-yellow work well with our blooming wildflowers and greenery.
Summer: Bright, bold colors such as hot pink, coral, turquoise, sunflower yellow, and vibrant purples match the lively energy and sunshine.
Fall: Deep, warm tones like burgundy, terracotta orange, neutrals, and forest green reflect the changing leaves and cozy atmosphere.
Winter: Cool blues, silver, icy whites, and rich jewel tones like emerald or ruby create a sophisticated and elegant vibe.
Choosing colors that echo the season will enhance the natural beauty of your luxurious West Virginia wedding venue and create a cohesive look especially if you are considering an outdoor ceremony!
Match Your Color Scheme to Your Wedding Style
Your wedding style influences the mood your colors should evoke. Here are some examples:
Classic and Elegant: Stick to timeless colors like navy, ivory, white, gold, or black.
Rustic and Natural: Earth tones such as sage green, terracotta, and cream complement an outdoor wedding ceremony site in West Virginia with wooden details and natural textures.
Modern and Chic: Bold, minimalist colors like black, white and shades of green.
Bohemian and Romantic: Soft, muted colors like dusty rose, mauve, and soft blue create a dreamy, relaxed atmosphere.
Think about the vibe you want to feel on your wedding day and choose colors that support that feeling.
Use the 60-30-10 Rule for Balance
To create a visually pleasing color scheme, use the 60-30-10 rule:
60%: Dominant color for large areas like table linens, bridesmaid dresses, or venue décor.
30%: Secondary color for accents such as floral arrangements, napkins, or ribbons.
10%: Accent color for small details like invitations, boutonnières, or cake decorations.
For example, you might choose a deep green as your dominant color, ivory or white for secondary accents, and gold for small touches. This balance keeps your design cohesive without overwhelming the senses.
Coordinate Your Wedding Party and Décor
Your color scheme should extend to your wedding party attire and décor elements. Here are some tips:
Choose bridesmaids’ dresses in your secondary color or an array of complementary shades.
Use floral arrangements and centerpieces to introduce accent colors and tie everything together.
Coordinate groomsmen’s ties, pocket squares or vests with the palette.
Select table settings, linens, and centerpieces that reflect your chosen colors.
Practical Examples of Color Schemes for our West Virginia Wedding Venue
While it’s important to consider your venue and style, your wedding colors should also reflect your personality and story. Maybe you want to include a favorite color that holds special meaning for you as a couple. At the same time, keep an eye on current wedding color trends for inspiration. Blend trends with your personal taste and venue characteristics for a unique and timeless look.
Popular color schemes this past year at Evermore Ridge wedding venue included these stunning palettes that deeply complimented our luxurious West Virginia wedding venue:
Photo 1 (Left to Right): Neutrals with one Accent Color, in this case Blue
Dominant: Neutral shades like brown and tan
Secondary: Ivory & cream
Accent: Blue - touches of blue like the water goblets were the perfect splash of color.
Photo 2 (Left to Right): Green, White & Champagne
Dominant: Green
Secondary: White
Accent: Champagne - incorporated gorgeous silk champagne linens on the tables.
Photo 3 (Left to Right): Black, White, Green
Dominant: White
Secondary: Black
Accent: Green - greenery was used in the floral arrangements to tie it all together
Each palette complements the venue’s natural features and creates a harmonious atmosphere.
Final Thoughts on Choosing Your Wedding Colors
Selecting the perfect color scheme for your wedding at a luxurious West Virginia wedding venue requires thoughtful consideration of your venue, season, style, and personal preferences. By observing your surroundings and balancing your palette with the 60-30-10 rule, you can create a stunning and cohesive look that you love to look at for years to come.
Weekly Shoutout
Thanks so much for stopping by our weekly wedding blog! We have two primary goals when we write our blogs. One, to provide helpful information to our couples and two, to support other locally owned wedding venues all around the country. As you plan your wedding, we’d love for you to consider a locally owned venue like ours or one on this wedding venue map. A big shout out to all the incredible locally owned wedding venues working diligently to make couples dream wedding day come true!
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