How Should I Decorate My Wedding Colors in Blue & White?

Blue is manly enough for most grooms to approve.

White has long been a symbol of purity and virginity, making it an obvious choice to decorate a wedding. Blue is also appropriate for weddings; according to Martha Stewart Weddings, the phrase "Marry in blue, lover be true" was commonly used in the 1800s. Blue and white can combine to create any type of wedding you want. White and navy create a nautical theme, while white and light blue are perfect for a summery garden wedding. In winter, use predominantly blue tones with white accents to lighten the color palette.

Things You'll Need

• Tablecloths
• Dishes
• Napkins
• Flowers
• Vases
• Place cards
• Table numbers
• Favors

Instructions

1. Choose tablecloths for the reception tables. When guests enter, these cloths provide an immediate pop of color that will let everyone know what your color scheme is. If your reception hall is small or filled with dark furniture and carpets, white tablecloths will make the room feel brighter and airier. If your reception is outdoors or in a large, open room, blue cloths will bring in plenty of color.

2. Cover the tables with dishes in the opposite color of your tablecloths. Use blue dishes on a white tablecloth and white dishes on a blue tablecloth. Use napkins that match the dishes, or opt to use napkins in a third color to bring in an accent color.

3. Fill vases with blue or white flowers. Arrange white roses or gardenias in blue vases or place bright blue Gerbera daisies in white ceramic vases. You may also mix light blue and white hydrangeas in silver vases. Use these flowers to decorate tables and windowsills throughout your reception.

4. Print each table number onto a blue card and display it on the appropriate table, then print each guest's name and table assignment on a blue card. Arrange these cards on a table just outside the reception so guests can find out where they should sit.

5. Order a cake covered in blue and white frosting. You may ask the baker to frost the entire cake in one color and pipe on decorations in the other color, or frost the layers with alternating colors.

6. Create blue and white favors. These favors will sit on either your reception tables or a separate favor table, so they'll be visible throughout the reception. Place white candles inside blue candle holders, or package blue- and white-coated chocolate candies in plastic bags.

References

• Brides: Wedding Color Scheme: Blue and White
• Martha Stewart Weddings: Perfect Palettes: Blue and White