Sunset Hour: Burnt Orange Wedding Theme
If you like your engagement rings, like you like your sun-kissed autumnal scenery, you’ll know that, there’s something really magical about a rustic burnt orange wedding theme. These rich, earthy tones are more than just a colour palette, they’re a mood and an ambience. They create a feeling of romance and warmth, making them a perfect choice for couples who want their wedding to feel cosy and picturesque. From attire to decor, from wedding rings to floral arrangements, burnt orange and rust open up a world of possibilities to create a day that’s as charming as a sunny autumn afternoon.
What is burnt orange?
It’s a deep, warm shade of orange that leans toward brown, resembling the colour of scorched or baked clay. It has a muted, earthy quality, often associated with a warm and rustic charm.
Best Matches:
Garnet: Deep red or reddish-brown garnets enhance the warmth and richness of burnt orange beautifully. Think of a matching set of garnet necklaces and garnet earrings on your bride squad. It’s giving mulled wine.
Ruby: Its bold, fiery red creates a dynamic and passionate ruby jewellery pairing. Pairing ruby necklaces with some lovely ruby bracelets is a no-brainer, and as Taylor Swift has proven in recent times, it’s an absolutely megastar combination. And the best way to top off the look? A pair of ruby earrings. It’s a love story in jewellery form.
Striking Contrasts:
Amethyst: Purple tones create drama and contrast, especially deep or reddish-purple amethyst. How about serving up a selection of amethyst necklaces with a side of delicious amethyst earrings? It’s like the most divine autumn vegetable medley.
Tanzanite: Its violet-blue makes for a dynamic duo of hues. Find some wedding jewellery inspiration with our collection of tanzanite necklaces and tanzanite earrings. The sophistication is almost too much to handle.
Peridot: Peridot is an inspired choice for bridal jewellery in a burnt orange wedding theme. Its lush vibrant green hue, with golden undertones, provides a natural pairing striking contrast to the warm, earthy tones of burnt orange and rust. Though there is a big juxtaposition that creates an interesting dynamic between the two colours, they fuse together for a fresh and fruity aesthetic, like a bowl of juicy clementines.
For bridal earrings, imagine delicate peridot studs set in rose gold or yellow gold. The green of the gemstone harmonises beautifully with the blush or golden warmth of the metal. Dangling earrings featuring peridot drops accented with smaller champagne diamonds can also add some warm tone and movement, perfect for framing the face.
Necklaces offer another opportunity to highlight peridot’s charm. A pendant featuring a peridot gemstone, either as a solitaire or surrounded by complementary stones like diamonds perhaps, adds so much personality.
Burnt orange wedding attire
Attire is a good place to start. Bridesmaids dressed in jewel tone burnt orange gowns with some seasonal flowers will create beautiful visuals for that photo gallery. These rich hues pair nicely with neutral shades like taupe or cream for the groomsmen, accented by burnt orange ties or pocket squares to tie everything together. The couple also has the option of incorporating these flamelike hues into various parts of their wedding finery.
Floral arrangements to embrace burnt orange
Imagine bouquets bursting with burnt orange roses or dahlias complemented by lush greenery and soft neutral florals. These arrangements set the scene for your magical day, ensuring you’re surrounded by your favourite shades. Boutonnieres made with burnt orange flowers like marigolds can subtly tie their look into the theme when worn by the wedding party. The aisle decorations, the centrepieces, and the bouquets carried by those who are part of the ceremony can all embrace this floral inspiration. It’s all in the details.
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Ceremony and reception decor in the burnt orange palette
Your ceremony and reception decor provide a canvas where you can play around with this palette even more. An aisle lined with lanterns glowing with burnt orange candles or scattered petals in matching hues will create a scorching atmosphere. A backdrop crafted with rustic wood elements and florals in shades of burnt orange makes it feel bohemian.
As the day transitions into the reception, the warmth of the theme can be carried over with table settings featuring burnt orange runners, napkins and centrepieces. Think about mixing textures and heights, using tall candlesticks alongside lush, low floral arrangements. The result is a tablescape that feels inviting and visually cohesive.
Stationery offers a chance to set the stage for your burnt orange wedding
Stationery offers a chance to give a sneak peek of what your wedding will feel like before the day even arrives. Invitations with burnt orange accents, perhaps in watercolour patterns or gold foil, provide a sneak peek of the aesthetic to come.
Carry this design language across your save-the-dates, ceremony programmes, place-setting cards and menus to create a seamless journey throughout the whole event. Subtle but intentional details in the stationery will tie your vision together beautifully, and those who love the little details are sure to notice.
Burnt orange makes a bold wedding cake
When it comes to the wedding cake, the word burnt may seem like the opposite of what one might want, but there are ways of making it work for the theme in clever and creative ways. A cake adorned with sugar flowers in oxidised orange hues, accented with some gold or copper details, will become more than dessert. It’s a work of art.
Incorporating fresh foliage or seasonal berries can add some texture and dimension, bringing the entire design to life. For couples who want to extend the theme to their dessert table, consider macarons or cupcakes in matching tones for a delicious addition.
From the bride’s styling to the smallest details of the decor, a burnt orange wedding theme is a celebration of cosiness and a boho charm. Some couples may opt for fresh sage green hues, others have a love of purple, and there’s always the option for a classic black-and-white affair. But, there’s something about the rustic appeal of a rusty colour scheme that feels like a warm embrace.
Every element, from florals to jewellery, allows you to create the type of ambience that will represent your own eternal flame. This palette, with its rich and versatile tones, offers endless possibilities to craft a wedding that’s as unforgettable as a romantic walk in the crisp autumn leaves.
