The Pantone Color of the Year
Classic Blue
Pantone Color Institute announced this month the 2020 color of the year- Classic Blue! “It’s a color that anticipates what’s going to happen next,” said Laurie Pressman, the vice president of the Pantone Color Institute, which selects the Color of the Year. “What’s the future going to bring as we move into the evening hours?”
So how can we incorporate this beautiful hue into your big day? The options are endless!
Place Settings
For a subtle pop of blue, you can choose napkins and coordinating menus for your reception place settings. This bride chose to keep the blue to a minimum in a sea of silver and white to ensure they really stood out!
- Amy Herfurth Photography
- Amy Herfurth Photography
Sprinkled Down the Aisle
Another subtle way to include this beautiful hue is by adding blue petals to line the aisle. It’s a simple touch that packs a powerful punch!

Graham Hobart Photography
Linens
An obvious choice to include this shade in your wedding day celebration is by selecting for your linens! It can change the look of your reception. This couple chose blue for their linens and floral arrangements. The result was absolutely breathtaking!

Graham Hobart Photography
The Bridal Party
A great way to ensure having it appear throughout your wedding is by selecting bridesmaids dresses in classic blue!

Joseph Mark Photography
Uplighting
Wanting to incorporate this color without the full commitment? Select blue uplighting to change the mood of your reception! As you can see, this wedding was full of lush pink floral, but the blue uplighting on the walls changed the look of the reception space entirely!

Joseph Mark Photography
There are so many ways to incorporate the color of the year into your big day! If you’re looking to personalize your own wedding day, one of our wedding planners would be happy to help you plan your big day! Click here to get in contact with us and schedule your complimentary consultation!