Color Palettes

Bridal shower color palettes

A bridal shower can echo the wedding colors or go its own way with something lighter and more playful. These 12 palettes cover garden brunches, citrus themes, champagne toasts and modern minimal showers, with tips for invites, tables and favors.

Blush and sage

Soft and romantic; the go-to shower pairing with lots of greenery.

Garden party

Peonies, roses and fresh leaves for an outdoor tea or brunch.

Main squeeze lemon

Lemons and leaves for a bright, cheerful citrus theme.

Champagne toast

Bubbly golds and cream; elegant for a mimosa bar or tea party.

Something blue

A nod to the old tradition; china-blue and white feel fresh and classic.

Peach bellini

Warm peach tones that glow in daylight and at brunch.

Modern minimal

Crisp whites and charcoal with one accent flower; clean and chic.

Lavender fields

Lavender with olive greenery; inspired by Provence.

Strawberry fields

Strawberries and cream for a sweet, summery shower.

Disco bride

Hot pink, silver and mirror balls for a party-girl bride.

Terracotta boho

Earthy tones with pampas and dried flowers; great for desert or fall showers.

Tuscan olive

Olive branches and warm clay for an Italian-themed brunch.

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Coordinate with the wedding, not copy it

Borrow one or two colors from the wedding palette and add lighter shades. The shower feels connected to the big day but still has its own look.

Start with the theme

Pick a theme first (garden tea, citrus, champagne brunch) and choose colors from it. It makes decisions on balloons, napkins, cake and favors much quicker.

Give guests a dress hint

Add a line to the invite like 'wear your favorite pastel' or 'garden party attire'. Guests feel confident, and the photos look cohesive.

Colors in these palettes

Off-whiteMillennial pinkDusty pinkWhitePastel pinkFloral whiteChampagneRaw umberAlice blueWhite smokeTimberwolfWarm grayJet blackSnow whiteLavender mistRose quartz

Frequently asked questions

Should bridal shower colors match the wedding colors?

They don't have to. Many hosts use a lighter version of the wedding palette or pick a theme color, like lemon yellow or blush, just for the shower.

What should the bride wear to her shower?

White or a light pastel dress is traditional so she stands out. Guests usually wear soft colors or follow the theme on the invitation.

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