Color Palettes

Rustic barn wedding color palettes

Barns already bring wood, beams and hay, so the best palettes work with those warm textures instead of fighting them. These 12 color schemes, from sage and terracotta to burgundy and dusty blue, are made for country weddings, farm venues and string-light receptions.

Sage and terracotta

The most popular rustic pairing right now; fresh greens with warm clay.

Burgundy and blush

Rich wine with soft pink; romantic against weathered wood.

Dusty blue and kraft

Denim-soft blues with kraft paper and twine details.

Wildflower meadow

Loose, colorful field flowers; cheerful for spring and summer.

Hay bale gold

Golden straw and honey tones that glow at sunset.

Mason jar neutrals

Ivory, linen and taupe; simple and lets the barn shine.

Rust and navy

Strong contrast for fall; looks sharp in groomsmen suits.

Eucalyptus and white

Clean greens with lots of white florals and candles.

Sunflower and denim

Bright sunflowers with blue jeans; casual and fun.

Moody barn

Dark wood, oxblood and olive for an evening reception.

Peach and greenery

Soft peach roses with lush leaves.

Lavender farm

Lavender bunches with sage; perfect for outdoor ceremonies.

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Work with the wood

Barn wood is warm and brown, so it already counts as a color. Choose palettes with greens, blush, blue or ivory that contrast with it, and avoid too many browns that blend into the walls.

Use string lights and candles

Warm lights make barn colors glow at night. Choose palettes that look good in amber light, and test fabric samples in the evening if you can visit the venue.

Dress for the setting

Bridesmaids in mismatched dresses from one palette look natural in a barn. For groomsmen, tan, gray or navy suits with suspenders and ties in an accent color are easy and comfortable.

Colors in these palettes

LinenSage greenMillennial pinkEspressoAlabasterLight slate grayFloral whiteOld laceWhiteOatmealFawnWhite smokeSaffronMatte blackTaupeWine

Frequently asked questions

What colors go best with a barn wedding?

Sage, terracotta, dusty blue, burgundy, blush and ivory all look great with natural wood. Greenery and string lights complete the look.

What flowers work for a rustic wedding?

Wildflowers, sunflowers, garden roses, baby's breath, lavender and eucalyptus fit the country look and come in many palette colors.

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