Gray, the "New Black"

Traditionally, couples have accented their wedding colours with standard white and black, as these neutrals compliment any colour scheme, and are readily available in linens and decor items. Recently, and to this Planner's great excitement, intrepid couples have expanded their palettes and their themes to include gray, a fresh neutral that packs a big punch.

From pale dove gray to classy pewter to strong charcoal, there are endless tones to choose from, all of which work exceptionally well together, and with virtually any other colour palette. Manufacturers of wedding decor and linens have caught on, and gray is becoming much easier to come by for every element of your special day. Gray can be used to create any feeling or capture any aspect of your personality to ensure that your wedding is perfectly, unmistakably you!

Gray promises to continue to be popular throughout 2012 and onward as couples build their wedding decor around this versatile neutral. See the inspiration below for any personality or theme!

A Bold, Baroque Wedding

Red pairs perfectly with gray and strong graphic elements to create a wonderful, baroque-inspired wedding. Think about including:

a damask pattern
vintage, ornate frames, perhaps in a photo wall
chandeliers
pewter chargers on the tables
dark red baccara roses, perhaps in pomanders
crystals and bling
a dance floor monogram

A Funky Fuchsia Wedding

Fuchsia is a fun, funky colour that works well with any tone of gray to make a real statement for your wedding. Showcase your fun-loving, flirty personality by including:

flowers with fun shapes, like dahlias or gerbera daisies
high-contrast table settings with pewter linens and fuchsia napkins
graphic, non-traditional invitations
sleek lucite or plexiglass vases
a funky cake design, using geometric shapes
a lounge area with trendy furniture for your cocktails and dance

A Romantic Rose Wedding

Soft pink is a delicate colour that works well with either pale gray or deep charcoal. Play to your romantic side by including:

traditional script in your invitations
a tiered cake with fresh flowers
softly scented pale pink peonies or roses
lots of candlelight
a beautiful monogram for your stationery

A Fresh Peach Wedding

Peach is a fresh colour that manages to be both sweet and sassy at the same time. Pair it with gray for a saucy blend of fun and romance. Think about including:

lots of fresh elements: flowers and fruit
a blend of traditional and modern elements
an outdoor cocktail hour decorated with garlands of peach garden roses and sage leaves, and old-fashioned bushel baskets of peaches
oversized peach flowers for your hair
variety in the bridesmaid's dresses, either in colour or style

A Vibrant Orange Wedding

The high contrast between bright orange and soft gray is a perfect way to highlight your fun, exciting personality and give your guests something to talk about! Incorporate vibrant touches by:

creating a signature drink that uses orange juice as an ingredient
using coloured, contrasting envelopes for your invitations
incorporating trivia about you with cootie catchers or Mad-Libs style guestbook cards
using oranges or clementines for placecards

A Bohemian Yellow Wedding

Something about the combination of yellow and gray makes this planner think of a free-spirited, bohemian wedding. Incorporate boho touches by:

using retro patterns for stationery and linens
choosing a floaty, flowing wedding gown
hanging fluffy tissue-paper pompoms above the head table
using billy balls and succulents in your flowers
creating a chandelier of ribbon
using unconventional seating, like straw bales or benches

Whatever the combination, gray is sure to add a fresh and slightly unexpected edge to your wedding decor. Don't be afraid to think outside the box and incorporate this flexible neutral into your wedding palette.

Gray, the "New Black"

Gray, the New Black

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