Chosen well, linen will bring the ambiance you want to your event and make your guests feel special.
To choose the best linen colors for your event, you should first consider
- The overall theme of your event, then
- Select colors that align with that theme, taking into account the venue’s existing colors, whether you want a bold or muted palette, and
- The formality of the occasion; for example, neutral colors like black, gray, or navy blue give a sophisticated appearance and are well suited for corporate events. A rustic theme might need earthy tones such as brown and beige, while a ‘modern feel’ event could use crisp white or vibrant accent colors.
Here’s what you need to consider before making the choice of the ideal linen color:
1. What is the theme of the event?
The most important factor is to choose linen colors that directly reflect your event theme, whether it’s a classic wedding, a quinceañera, or a sophisticated gala.
Formal events often require classic white or off-white linen. More casual events can use more vibrant colors.
It is worth noting that classic colors such as white, ivory, blush, navy, burgundy, gold, silver, emerald green, dusty blue, and black never go out of style.
Examples of linen colors based on theme:
- Luxurious/timeless: Ivory and Gold – for glamor – ideal for weddings
- Sophisticated/formal: Black and White – great for modern and traditional feel alike
- Rustic/vintage: Earthy tones like beige, brown, olive green, muted burgundy
- Modern/chic: Crisp white, black, metallic accents, bold color combinations
- Natural/organic: Sage Green and cream, great for outdoor, rustic, or boho-themed weddings
- Bohemian/whimsical: Soft pastels, floral patterns, mix of textures
- Regal/sophisticated: Champagne and burgundy – perfect for fall and winter weddings
- Tropical/summer: Bright colors like coral, turquoise, yellow, lime green
- Winter wonderland: White, silver, icy blue, deep navy
2. What is the venue?
Consider the existing colors of your venue, like wall paint and carpet, and select linen colors that complement them to create a cool, cohesive (or, contrasting)look.
3. What is the time of day? What is the season?
The natural lighting at your venue decides how linen colors appear. For daytime weddings, you may go for lighter pastel or neutral linens that reflect daylight to create a fresh, airy feel.
In comparison, evening receptions, which involve artificial lighting conditions shine brighter with bold colors such as deep blues or burgundies to invoke an intimate setting.
If it is a long event, continuing from day to night, experts suggest testing linen colors at the venue during the same time of day as your event to make sure they maintain the desired effect.
Reflect the season in your linen choices – for example, use pastels for spring or warm tones for autumn.
4. What do you need to know about color psychology?
Understanding color psychology can help you choose linen colors that evoke the right emotions and set the perfect mood for your event.
Here are the common colors and the feelings they arouse:
- Red: Evokes strong emotions that could be positive, such as love and passion, or negative, like anger and danger.
- Yellow: The color of sunshine. Associated with positive energy, hope, cheerfulness, fun, and happiness. Too much yellow may evoke feelings of anxiety and agitation.
- Orange: Orange comes from combining red and yellow. It evokes the warmth, excitement, and stimulation of red and the cheerfulness of yellow.
- Green: The color of nature. It symbolizes growth, rebirth, healing, freshness, harmony, and stability.
- Blue: Reflects calmness and trust. It makes you feel relaxed, safe, and secure.
- Purple: The color of creativity, imagination, luxury, wealth, and royalty.
The Color Wheel
Source: Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:RGB_color_wheel_72.svg
This color wheel will also help find complementary colors that work well together.
5. How to choose specific colors of linen?
Here are five easy pieces on color choices:
- Make a mood board: Collect your favorite looks and assemble them on a mood board – online or offline. This will help you scope out the best ideas for party linen, among other design choices.
- Choose a color palette: Decide if you want a neutral palette with mostly white or ivory, or if you want to incorporate bolder accent colors to add contrast and personality.
- Use swatches: Fabric swatches, available upon request help see how the colors look in person under your venue’s lighting.
- Use Accent colors: Accent colors add pops of interest to your overall palette.
- At the very least, go for versatile colors: White tablecloths can be used on different occasions.
- Coordinate the color of your linens with your tableware: For example, if you have colorful or patterned plates, choose neutral linens that complement the tableware without overwhelming the setting.
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6. What do I do if my table linens are looking too plain or basic?
No worries. You got this.
There are easy decor fixes.
Pair them with a table runner in a bold color.
Place a centerpiece to draw your guests’ attention.
Top off your look with wedding charger plates to glam up your tablescape.
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