How many colors should you choose?
The easiest approach is two main colors plus one accent, filled out with neutrals like white, cream or gray. With more than four bold colors, the decor looks messy in photos. Use the accent sparingly: flowers, ribbons or the wax seal on the invitation.
Think about the season and the venue
Light, fresh shades look best in daytime and outdoors; deep ones like burgundy or emerald work better at night and indoors. Visit the venue before you decide: walls, carpets and chairs already have their own colors, and they shouldn't clash with your palette.
Test colors on real fabric and flowers
A color on screen won't look the same on fabric, paper or petals. Ask your vendors for linen and paper samples and bring them to your florist appointment. That way the dusty pink on your invitations won't turn into a different color on the tables.