Honeysuckle: 2011 Wedding Color of the Year

Pantone’s colors of the year are a wonderful source of inspiration and ideas for wedding color motifs. In 2010, the color was turquoise, a stunning blue-green hue that went perfectly with casual beach weddings and modern parties. For 2011, wedding colors include honeysuckle, a deep pink hue with reddish undertones. This lovely floral color complements a number of wedding locations and themes, from outdoor rustic weddings to minimalist receptions. You don’t always have to take your cue from Pantone but if you love this pretty hue, here are some ideas on how to incorporate it for your wedding.

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Make your chosen color pop with honeysuckle bridesmaids dresses. As with 2009 and 2010, bridesmaids don’t have to wear identical dresses; try honeysuckle frocks with different textures or hemlines for more visual interest.

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You too can wear honeysuckle hues on your shoes or accessories.

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This frilly color looks lovely on wedding cakes, especially when it’s used as an accent on minimalist design.

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Go crazy with this color on your wedding decor, but make sure to mix and match with a complementary color or a neutral.

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These wedding invites are another great example of honeysuckle on modern design.