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Maybe you’re the modern, minimalist bride with a love for all things natural and organic. Maybe you’re the ultimate girly-girl who enjoys pretty pastels or cheerful brights. Maybe your aesthetic is dark and moody, or dramatic and glamorous, or rustic and laid-back.
No matter your style, a green wedding theme may be exactly what you need to bring your wedding day vision to life.
Green is a favorite amongst brides because there are countless shades to choose from. Each one evokes a different mood, has a different vibe, and is generally flattering on almost all skin tones.
Not sure which green is right for you or how to incorporate the color into your big day?
Here’s how to plan a green wedding theme. We’ll share green wedding ideas for decorating and beautiful green color palettes for every season, and dress inspiration to help you find the perfect bridesmaid dresses for your wedding day.
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Shades of Green That Make Great Wedding Themes
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From pastel mint to deep forest, there are endless ways to create a stunning wedding color palette that focuses on or includes a particular shade of green. Here are some of our absolute favorites:
Sage Green
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Of all the fabulous shades of green that exist, sage green is one of the easiest shades to incorporate into a wedding color scheme with two, three, four, or five colors.
Perfect for every season, sage green has a natural, organic look that pairs beautifully with shades of pink, blue, ivory, terracotta, mustard, rust, and brown.
Emerald Green
Emerald greens that lean more toward kelly are ideal for spring and summer, while emeralds that read as jewel tones are perfect for fall and winter weddings.
To create a bold and vibrant color combination, consider pairing emerald with complementary tones like fuchsia pink for spring/summer and sapphire blue for winter/fall.
Olive Green
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Olive green is universally flattering on all skin tones and is a popular choice among brides throwing a natural, rustic, or modern minimalist wedding.
Ideal for any season, olive is easy to mix and match with other bridesmaid dress colors like gold, terracotta, and various shades of brown.
Forest Green
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We love forest green as a winter or late-fall wedding color. It’s deep, dramatic, earthy, natural, but also a bit unexpected.
If the groom or groomsmen are wearing forest green tuxedo jackets, forest green bridesmaid dresses are almost a must.
Related: How to Coordinate Your Bridesmaids and Groomsmen
Mint Green
Mint is such a lovely pastel that it’s hard to find a better shade of green for a spring or summer wedding.
If you’re thinking about styling a mixed-and-matched wedding party, mint green contrasts and complements a variety of pretty pastels, like pale pink, light blue, butter yellow, and lavender.
Mojito Green
If you’re looking for a fun, vibrant, energetic shade, put mojito green at the top of your list.
Perfect as a spring wedding or summer wedding color, we love mojito for a casual outdoor wedding, a traditional indoor wedding at an upscale venue, or a garden wedding set among lush flowers and natural greenery.
Related: How to Pick the Perfect Wedding Colors
Best Color Combinations for a Green Wedding Theme
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Whether you prefer pastel bridesmaid dress colors like light blue and pale pink or bold jewel tones like magenta and cobalt, there are timeless shades of green to incorporate into every light, neutral, and bright wedding color palette.
Here are some striking color combinations that might be perfect for your big day:
Green and Gold
Whether your wedding style is rustic, natural, or bold, there are multiple ways to pair green and gold!
Emerald green and gold make for a luxe, dramatic look. Olive green or forest green with gold gives off a subdued, rustic vibe. For an autumnal wedding color palette, combine gold or mustard with olive or forest green and brown.
Green and Pink
Sage green paired with blush pink is soft, romantic, and perfect for any wedding in any season!
If you’re styling your wedding around a bolder, more vibrant color palette, pair emerald tones with shades like fuchsia pink or magenta.
Green and Blue
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All shades of green work well with blue.
The trick to combining these two colors is to choose shades with the same color saturation and intensity. For example, pair sage green and pale greens with light or dusty blues; pair deep tones like hunter and forest with navy.
Green and White or Ivory
For a timeless pairing, combine your favorite shade of green with ivory and/or white. Green is synonymous with nature, so we especially love this color palette for outdoor venues, wooded venues, and mountain venues.
Green and Terracotta
If you’re going for an earthy, rustic aesthetic, team sage or forest green with a deep shade of terracotta or rust. For an even warmer, richer color palette, consider mixing with deep mustard and chocolate brown.
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How to Bring a Green Theme into Your Wedding Décor
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Bridesmaid dresses are the most obvious way to showcase your color palette at your wedding, but there are plenty of other opportunities to bring the green theme into your décor, flowers, and food.
Green Invitations
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Set the tone for your green wedding theme with green save-the-dates and wedding invitations. Dark green invitations with white or ivory printing tend to look elegant and formal, while white invitations with light green printing have a more casual appeal.
Green Accents
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You can incorporate green accents into almost every element of your wedding day.
Create green escort cards and table signage. Add green cocktail napkins to the bar. Place green candles in and around centerpieces. Tie green ribbons around reception chairs or wedding favors. The options are endless!
Fresh Greenery
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Instead of colorful floral arrangements, consider styling your wedding with fresh greenery. You can incorporate lush greens as tabletop centerpieces. You can decorate your wedding arch with ivy. You can drape eucalyptus at the end of ceremony aisles or gift mini green succulents as wedding favors.
Of course, bouquets and boutonnieres can focus less on flowers and more on in-season greens.
Green Linens
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Get creative with table settings by adding green linens, napkins, or table runners. Layered linens add depth and elegance to a table, and with beautifully set dining tables, your guests will instantly feel welcomed into your wedding reception.
Green Foods and Beverages
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If you really want to wow guests with a green theme, bring the color into your food and beverage service. Think:
- Rosemary-infused or mint-infused signature cocktails
- Green macaroons or pistachio cookies on your dessert table
- Decorative green details or green icing on your wedding cake
There are so many green fruits, veggies, and herbs that it’s easy to showcase the color in tasty beverages and delicious bites.
Our Favorite Bridesmaid Dresses for a Green Wedding
From silhouette to fabric to level of formality, there are many things to consider when picking bridesmaid dresses.
Depending on your wedding style, these gorgeous dresses may be exactly what you need to bring your green wedding vision to life:
Amsale Sophia Dress in Sage
Perfect for a spring, summer, or fall celebration, the Amsale Sophia Dress in sage boasts timeless style with a sleeveless halter bodice and a bow at the back of the neck. The slim cut of the skirt effortlessly skims the body, creating a stunning silhouette from top to bottom.
Related: How to Get the Most Accurate Bridesmaid Dress Measurements
After Six 6651 Dress in Emerald
The After Six 6651 Dress in emerald is bright and bold in a one-shoulder silhouette with a draped bodice. Crafted in lux chiffon fabric, this style features an A-line skirt that floats gently away from the body, making it a lightweight option that every bridesmaid can feel comfortable wearing.
Alfred Sung D892 Dress in Olive
Ideal for a semi-formal wedding or cocktail reception, the Alfred Sung D892 Dress in olive is polished, refined, and undeniably elegant. Strapless with a column silhouette, this satin twill midi dress features a cuffed neckline and a chic bow in the back.
Jenny Yoo Sullivan Dress in Dark Eucalyptus
Soft and sophisticated in luxe stretch velvet, the Jenny Yoo Sullivan Dress in dark eucalyptus is a chic choice for a fall or winter wedding. This fit-and-flare gown features a figure-flattering silhouette with halter spaghetti straps, a cowl neckline, and an unexpected racerback design.
Related: The Bridesmaid’s Guide to Dress Alterations
Jenny Yoo Luella Dress in Morning Mist
In a soft, sweet shade of mint green, the Jenny Yoo Luella Dress in morning mist is refined yet playful at the same time. This midi dress is crafted in luxe faille fabric and features a flattering A-line silhouette with spaghetti straps and a sweetheart neckline.
Dessy Group BB133 Dress in Mojito
The Dessy Group BB133 Dress in Mojito is formal wedding attire at its finest. This vibrant green gown is made from lustrous satin and features a strapless, sculpted silhouette with a fitted bodice, trumpet skirt, and a leg-baring slit.
Green can be light or bright. It can be dark or dramatic. It can be casual, semi-formal, or ultra-luxe. No matter your wedding season, style, or favorite hue, you can style a wedding party, ceremony, and reception around a shade of green that’s totally you.
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