Lush Fall Wedding at a Private Residence in Holliston, Massachusetts
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An Ode to Fall Wedding Colors: Inspired by Real Couples

Lush Fall Wedding at a Private Residence in Holliston, Massachusetts

From the first chill in the air to the brilliant hues that take over the more mundane summer greens, autumn is easily the most romantic season.

Planning a picturesque autumn wedding starts with finding your perfect color palette. Fall wedding colors range from the bright and bold to the soft and dreamy. It’s time to take inspiration from the harvest — and indulge in pomegranate, almond, pumpkin, and more.

We searched through thousands of real weddings on PartySlate to find our favorite colors for a fall wedding. Keep scrolling to discover your ideal autumn color palette. Plus, we’ve listed the wedding planners and vendors behind each look, so you can connect with the artisans who brought each vision to life. Cheers to our favorite season.

Give romance an edge with a deep ruby color palette enhanced with burgundy, black, and lavender hues. The result feels smoky and sumptuous — yet decidedly autumn.

Texas Hill Country Fall Wedding at Hidden Falls in San Antonio, TX
photographer: Brandi Allyse Photo planner: Lovely Event Co. floral: Lizzie Bee’s venue: Hidden Falls Events

Add hints of copper to a more traditional red for a color palette that highlights the brilliance of the season. Utilize florals to capture the warm and cool tones inherent in this unique color scheme.

Peach fall wedding colors.
photographer: The Indi Collective planner: Terra Coast Events floral: Walnut & Main venue: Tre Posti

After the brilliant hues of September and October come the softer tones of November. Lean into a muted color fall palette with hints of peach. Everything from florals to signage can benefit from this romantic shade.

Embrace the dramatic colors of the season with a pop of magenta purple in your floral arrangements. We recommend combining with more delicate colors like cream, blush, and gold for a bold contrast.

This cheerful color scheme is especially perfect for a boho fall wedding vibe with beaded chandeliers, wicker seating, and pampas grass in more neutral hues. Add flowering dogwood or Virginia sweetspire with mums and dahlias to achieve the look.

Lean into late fall with dried foliage in raisin hues. Lend texture to the scene with terra cotta, sand, and pale pink shades — plus plenty of greenery. The addition of string lights makes the look even more romantic.

Glamorous Wedding at Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley in Park City, Utah
photographer: Photography by Carla Boecklin planner: Bluebird Event Destination Management floral: Decorations Inc venue: Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley paper & print: Papertree Studio

The scent of cinnamon evokes crisp autumn days and cozy evenings — making this spice the perfect choice for a fall wedding color. Use non-floral décor elements, like a custom-designed dance floor, to showcase this unique fall hue. 

Elegant Wedding at The 10th at Vail in Vail, Colorado
photographer: Sarah H planner: Calluna Events floral: the perfect petal venue: The 10th at Vail

Fall is the season for brilliant red hues. Add ripe pomegranates to rich crimson blooms for a lavish centerpiece that gets guests talking. We especially love how a gold vase or chalice adds glamour to your tablescape.

While early fall dazzles with its array of colors, November wins us over with its quiet beauty. Create a serene and elegant tablescape with taupe candlesticks, wood accents, and lavish boho-style blooms like sandy-hued roses and earthy fan palms.

Fairytale Fall Wedding
photographer: Stephanie Brazzle Photography planner: Jen Rios Weddings floral: Olive Grove Design venue: Stone Crest Venue caterer: Vestals Catering linen: BBJ Linen

Is there anything more lovely than deep blue autumn skies? Perhaps a lapis-blue wedding tablescape. Since blue florals are rare, use linen and glassware to showcase your color of choice. Pops of gold and cream will only brighten the look.

Fall wedding and industrial-chic venues go hand-in-hand with their warm, sandy-colored hues. Exposed brick and wooden tablescapes pair beautifully with earth-toned linen, organic blooms, and twinkling string lights.

Multicultural Fall Wedding at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore in Baltimore, Maryland
photographer: Winnie Dora Photography planner: Nouvelle Weddings floral: Anne’s Garden venue: Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore

Bring zest to your autumn celebration with bursts of bright citrus. We love how this color pops against all-white drapery. Subtle additions of pink create layered contrast for a picture-perfect effect.

Go a shade deeper with rust. Some of our favorite orange blooms include zinnias, garden mums, and marigolds. Guests will love the daring and unconventional color choice that promises to make your wedding stand out from the crowd.  

Autumn is a season of warm and rich colors. Opt for marigold hues for a cozy, yet elevated, wedding tablescape. Complement with shades of crimson and pumpkin for extra sumptuous vibes.

Northern Michigan Vineyard Fall Wedding
photographer: Kay Marie Photography planner: Fall In Love Events floral: The Day’s Design venue: Brengman Brothers stationery: Minted Weddings

Forget everything you know about the color brown. Fall weddings are reinventing this once dull hue with chic shades of almond. Remember, your invitation suite gives guests a glimpse of the celebration ahead; so show off your color palette right from the start.

Go bold with a jet black color scheme that your friends haven’t seen yet. This unmistakable hue is perfect for creative couples who aren’t afraid of an edgy aesthetic. Fall is a time of transition, so take a risk and opt for the unexpected.

Cue the colors of the harvest with a pumpkin-hued wedding. Complement real pumpkins with lush roses that range in colors from cream to coral for the ultimate ombré effect.

For pure elegance, consider a muted color like Champagne. Delphinium, rose, and foxglove beautifully line any outdoor wedding aisle. For the reception, elevate your staging with this sophisticated color choice.

Who says luxuriant color schemes only belong in a ballroom? We love how this outdoor reception brings magnificent contrast to soft rolling hills with eggplant linen. Sky-blue and rose-red blooms solidify the jewel-toned color scheme.

This normally neutral color gets a makeover with pops of dyed-blue fan palms and golden blooms. We especially love how this boho color turns tropical with the right mix of balmy foliage.

Amethyst hues evoke dreamy autumn dusks. Look to dramatic uplighting to transform your wedding into a jewel-toned affair. Add in plenty of candlelight for heightened romance at every turn.


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