Choosing a Color Theme

• Choose a color theme that works for your fall wedding theme and reception venue. A reception in a wood-paneled tavern calls for bright colors that will pop against the neutral backdrop. If you're throwing a black-tie affair, choose classic shades paired with unexpected pops of color. Fall brides can choose any color theme but should balance lighter shades with darker or neutral ones.
  
  

Classic Autumnal Tones

• Brides who love fall might want to use the season's natural colors as their wedding color theme. Use fall foliage as your inspiration, and choose a few of your favorite colors such as burnt orange, deep red or golden yellow. Consider the variety of shades in these categories, such as burgundy, eggplant and copper. Focus your color scheme on no more than two fall colors, and consider pairing them with a neutral shade such as ivory to soften the fall theme. If you use too many fall colors, you'll risk sending a youthful vibe at your reception, according to Wedding Channel.
  
  

Natural Hues

• Earth tones convey a natural feel for your fall wedding. You can pair chocolate brown with your favorite shade of green--consider a lime green for a surprise pop of color. You can carry this color theme throughout your wedding. Pair chocolate brown linens with green and ivory centerpieces. Or choose a more rustic centerpiece using branches adorned with votive candles or crystals rather than flowers. The key to this color theme is to include just enough color. You don't want your wedding to look washed out, so make sure you include plenty of pops of color to contrast the natural hues.
  
  

Classic Tones with a Pop

• Classic colors such as black and navy blue work for any wedding and are seasonally appropriate for fall weddings, in particular. For the bride who loves pastels but fears using them at a fall wedding, choose a classic color theme. The Knot suggests pairing a pastel with a darker hue to create contrast. For example, black bridesmaid dresses paired with light pink bouquets create a fall-friendly look. Or choose to pair navy blue linens with gorgeous golden centerpieces.
  
  

Modern Twist on Fall Colors

• Choose a bold combination of brown, mint green and light orange for a modern take on classic fall colors. Better Homes and Gardens magazine suggests using hydrangeas, orchids and roses in bouquets and centerpieces. Bridesmaids and groomsmen can wear brown with brightly colored bouquets and boutonnieres. Or brighten your wedding party pictures by having your bridesmaids wear green or orange dresses--or both.