15 Summer Wedding Colors (with Matching Invitations) for Your Big Day

The summer months are the perfect time of year for a beautiful ceremony and reception — whether you want a big, bold celebration or something more understated and casual. As you begin your wedding planning journey, one of the first decisions you’ll make is choosing your summer wedding colors.

With so many gorgeous color palette ideas to choose from, it’s no wonder so many couples get stuck at this stage. But no worries! We’re here to help with this guide to the best summer wedding colors trending right now — plus some of our favorite wedding invitations to match.

Summer Wedding Colors: 15 Stunning Hues for the Season

Taking wedding inspiration from the season is a great way to make your event feel grounded in the moment. From your wedding attire to your wedding decor, the colors you choose will play a key role in setting the mood for your big day.

To help you find the perfect color combination, we’ve brought together some of our favorite summer wedding color palettes along with matching invitations from our summer wedding collection. Each design is highly customizable, so you can tailor whichever style you like for your special day.

1. Pink and Yellow

Design: Christie Kelly

Matching invitation: Floribunda Invitation

Pink and yellow make the perfect color combination for a summer wedding — especially if you opt for sweet sherbet or candy-inspired hues. Create a dreamy pastel wedding, or turn up the dial and use bolder versions to set the tone for a vibrant midsummer celebration.

2. White and Blue

Design: Vera Lim

Matching invitation: Minimal Vine Invitation

When it comes to striking summer wedding colors, white and rich blue is one of our favorites. These two colors create a bold look that reminds us of European summer months. What’s great about this color mix is you can dress the bridesmaids or groomsmen in a gorgeous shade of blue, which can complement a white wedding dress or suit perfectly.

3. Blush Pink and Dusty Blue

Design: Ana Sharpe Design

Matching invitation: Romantic Secret Garden Invitation

For a softer take on a summer wedding color scheme, try blush pink and dusty blue or light blue. The combination of these hues creates a delicate, whimsical feel that works well for fairytale wedding themes or vintage weddings. Pair this color combo with natural greenery for a boho take on the look.

4. Rainbow Pastels

Design: Jessica Williams

Matching invitation: Soft Floral Bouquet Invitation

A rainbow pastel color scheme remains popular with couples and we couldn’t love it more. Mixing shades of soft pink, light blue, lavender, banana yellow, minty green, and peach provides a generous palette to play with for your floral design, wedding decor, and wedding stationery. For your wedding bouquet or floral arrangements, consider dahlias, hydrangeas, and gypsophila in a range of pretty pastel hues.

5. Fuchsia and Orange

Design: Jen Montgomery

Matching invitation: Cheery Folk Floral Invitation

For a bold color combo that’s beautiful for a tropical beach wedding, we love pairing fuchsia and orange. It’s a fun color mix that lends itself to a playful vibe of toasting the happy couple and dancing all night long.

6. Rainbow Brights

Design: 2birdstone

Matching invitation: Bold Brights Invitation

If you love all the colors, why not go bold with a rainbow wedding day? This summer wedding color trend brings in all the bright colors across the rainbow spectrum. Stick with primary colors for a classic aesthetic or consider neon hues for nuptials that feel out of this world.

7. All White

Design: Robinson Creative House

Matching invitation: Garden Romance Invitation

We often see all white recommended for winter weddings, but it’s just as stunning for a summer celebration too. Choose a soft white and use this to style your wedding venue, tablescapes, and attire. We love this idea for a minimalist garden wedding, where you can let the natural beauty of the surroundings shine.

8. Navy Blue and Yellow

Design: Claudia Owen

Matching invitation: Mediterranean Tile Invitation

For the ultimate warm weather and summer in Europe vibe, pair navy blue with yellow. Enhance the Mediterranean feel with lemon-themed tablecloths and wedding stationery, and send your guests home with wedding favors like jars of preserves or a lemon-themed soap bar.

9. Mauve and Lilac

Design: Lissa Anglin

Matching invitation: Watercolor Peonies Invitation

Mauve and lilac are typically recommended for spring weddings, but we think they’re ideal for early summer celebrations too. This soft, delicate color combo works well for a garden wedding or ceremony at a luxurious hotel or resort. Add in some brighter pinks or purples for a pop of contemporary color in your wedding flowers, or stick to muted tones for a more traditional take on this wedding style.

10. Shades of Green

Design: Melissa Egan Design

Matching invitation: Delicate Monogram Wreath Invitation

We love the way how different shades of green across your decor and bridesmaid dresses always feels elegant and classic. It’s one of those color palette ideas that works well by itself or with another color to complement it, like dusty rose or delicate peach. Take inspiration from your main wedding color to create interesting tablescapes with fresh greenery, and introduce other natural elements like wood, moss, and even mushrooms for a fun fairytale vibe.

11. Dusty Rose and Champagne

Design: Stellax Creative

Matching invitation: Vintage Rose Invitation

Some couples love a bright color combination for their summer wedding colors, but there’s nothing wrong with opting for something subtle and sweet. The pairing of dusty rose and champagne feels sophisticated and timeless, making it perfect for a romantic wedding. It also gives you lots of delicate hues to feature on your wedding cake, table linens, wedding decorations, and digital wedding invites.

12. Boho Neutrals

Design: Chica Design

Matching invitation: Watercolor Bliss Invitation

We adore natural colors and textures for a boho wedding all year round, but there are also fun ways to freshen it up to feel more seasonal. Add in brighter greenery instead of muted tones, and introduce terracotta as a featured color for extra warmth. This updated take on the boho-chic aesthetic is ideal for a late summer or fall wedding — especially if you plan to tie the knot out in the desert, by the mountains, or in a field surrounded by wildflowers.

13. Teal and Tangerine

Design: aticnomar designs & art

Matching invitation: Bold Abstract Acrylic Invitation

For a fun color combo that’s bright, bold, and lively, try pairing teal and tangerine. These two colors make for a striking mix — especially if you dress your wedding party in a dark teal color and feature oranges across your centerpieces and wedding bouquet. It’s an eye-catching color combination that’s perfect for a warm summer day.

14. Hot Pink

Design: Loree Mayer Design

Matching invitation: Bold Citrus Invitation

Sometimes your wedding color scheme only needs one shade, and that color is hot pink! Even if you’re not hosting a Barbie-inspired big day, this is one color that feels like an ideal match for a vibrant and fun summer wedding. You could also have fun adding in electrifying pops of orange, lime, and yellow — or tone it down a notch with red or white. 

15. Peach and Sage Green

Design: Anupama Srivastava

Matching invitation: Leafy Details Invitation

If hot pink isn’t quite your vibe, maybe the soft and sweet combination of peach and sage green suits your fancy? This summer wedding color combination feels fresh and airy, and is ideal if you don’t want too much contrast between a white or natural backdrop and your main wedding color. We love this color palette for a relaxed outdoor wedding or a ceremony in an elegant hotel.

Style Your Big Day with These Summer Wedding Colors

No matter which summer wedding colors you choose, you’ll end up with a color scheme that feels like a perfect match for your special moment.

After you settle on your dream color palette, take a look at our collection of digital wedding stationery to get your guests excited about your big day. From save the dates to wedding invitations and thank you notes, Greenvelope has everything you need to share and celebrate this beautiful occasion from start to finish. Congratulations!