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.

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Bridal jewellery in burnt orange theme

Of course, no wedding look is complete without fine jewellery, and the burnt orange theme offers endless inspiration for your accessories. The choice of metals and gemstones can add subtle layers of personality and attitude. Rose gold, with its soft, romantic undertones, is an ideal match for this palette, while yellow gold brings a golden sunset feel.

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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