These top 9 color schemes for wedding are range of suitable hues for a late-summer or early-fall affair.
Selecting colors that complement the season will create a cohesive and visually striking wedding design, guiding the rest of your special day's aesthetic.

Because September marks the transition from summer to fall, this time of the year gives you a lot of leeway in terms of your aesthetic, namely your color palette. 
It is one of the most sought-after months to say “I do”. Because in most regions, the weather is balmy and bright, and the local flora and fauna is still teeming with life. Plus, there’s a newfound excitement in the air that comes with the anticipation of the start of a new season.

Depending on your venue and wedding date, your fall affair could channel all of the bright colors of summer or mirror the rich jewel tones of fall. For instance, leaves in Aspen transform from green to gold during the third week of the month, which lends inspiration to a foliage-inspired color scheme for a late-September wedding, but lighter, warmer hues might better complement a vow exchange set earlier in the month. Meanwhile, nuptials in South Carolina may look green and prolific all month long, so vibrant colors will most likely trump dark and deep tones for an event in September.

The options are truly endless for a Fall wedding, so to help you make the decision more seamless, we tapped a handful of wedding planners for some of their favorite color combinations that befit the month. Read on for the best color palettes for a September wedding, according to the experts.

01 Shades of Purple
Purple is a versatile hue that works for any day in September. Lighter shades of purple, such as lavender, lilac, and violet, will create the perfect backdrop for a late-summer wedding in early September, whereas deeper tones of plum, eggplant, and wine will better commemorate the changing seasons in late September. Although a monochromatic design is a stunning choice, wedding planner expert recommends pairing the color with harmonious hues to channel a certain aesthetic. “They can be combined with neutrals, like ivory, beige, or gold, to add a touch of elegance or simply paired with green to emphasize a natural and organic ambiance, while bringing the royal and regal feel.
If you’re looking for décor ideas, your stationery suite is the best place to start. Share information about your upcoming function on purple cardstock, or include a splash of the color through the use of illustrations on a white background. You can also work the shade into your attire, whether it’s a white wedding dress appliquéd with purple flowers or a pair of purple platform wedges to dress up a classic ensemble. Purple gowns for your bridesmaids are also a beautiful and complementary look. Then, douse your ceremony and reception in the shade using seasonal purple flowers, such as dahlias, roses, and hydrangeas. Complete your setup with gold accents for a glamorous wedding or rattan pieces for a bohemian soirée.

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02 Burgundy and Orange
The leaves start to change colors in the Northwest and Midwest in mid-September or near the end of the month. So, if you’re throwing a wedding in late September in one of these regions, an autumnal color palette with deep tones will augment the season and setting. 
Burgundy, in particular, represents deep love and passion, making it a perfect choice for a wedding celebration; Orange is often associated with warmth, friendship, and enthusiasm, all of which are sentiments we wish to highlight during this momentous occasion. Burgundy and orange combination mirror the surrounding foliage and produce a cozy, welcoming vibe. Not to mention, these hues have symbolic meanings that align with the purpose of a wedding.
Since these bold tones are found in the natural landscape surrounding your vow exchange, using burgundy and orange flowers and leaves is a seamless way to integrate these colors into your design. While you walk down the aisle, carry a bouquet of foliage, anemones, roses, and cosmos in orange and burgundy before reciting your promises in front of an arch composed of the same blossoms. You can also implement seasonal arrangements of similar tones to accent the seating chart, bar, dinner tables, and cake display. You can either use these hues in tandem, supplement the two tones with gold, or balance out the color-focused look with white.

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03 Blue, Sage, and White
For the last hurrah of summer, look to airy tones of blue, sage, and white as the basis of your color scheme, rather than heavier autumnal hues. By relying on this trio of colors, you’ll produce a warm and inviting soirée. A blue and sage palette creates a calm nature, since these refreshing colors are reminiscent of a body of water, we love this look for beachside or lakefront fêtes.

To bring these hues to your event, deck out your site with greenery embedded with blue and white flowers. In addition to your typical arrangements, like aisle installations and reception centerpieces, you can go bold with flower chandeliers. Then, implement blue and white prints, whether it’s the linens, the chargers, the bar design, or all of the above. To complement the colors and the venue, incorporating texture, like rattan: Perhaps you suspend rattan lanterns above your tablescapes, or maybe you fill rattan baskets with blooms to place at the entrance of your tented reception.

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04 Taupe, Brown, and Nude
Warm shades, like taupes, nudes, and chocolatey browns, evoke feelings of security, stability, and warmth. We recommend using these shades for a woodland wedding, as the color scheme will complement the natural tints of tree bark and mulch. No matter what day in September you’re getting hitched, rich, earthy tones of taupe, brown, and nude will bridge the gap between summer and fall. Not only are these trio of hues versatile, but they’re also able to create a comfortable, homey setup—regardless of where you're throwing down.

Opt for wooden chairs for your ceremony and reception seating arrangements, plus wood tables for dining and wood accent tables for your lounge area. Exposed wood is one of the best ways to enact this color palette and introduce texture at your celebration. For your bouquets and centerpieces, chocolate brown dahlias and taupe roses, paired with cream in-season florals, will create an interesting mix. To finish off your tablescape, stack taupe-colored glassware atop white linens.

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05 Merlot, Navy, Dusky Rose, Ivory, and Mustard Yellow
There's no limit on the number of colors you can decorate your wedding with.
Merlot, navy, rose, ivory, and mustard. feels like a great balance for a later September wedding as a nod to the fall, but it has areas of muted lightness as well. While merlot and mustard mimic the colorful treetops that epitomize autumn, navy and rose are unexpected accompaniments that will give your event an edge. If you’re getting married at a vineyard, farm, or barn with a rustic aesthetic, this color scheme is particularly fitting.
Flowers are an integral component of any wedding, so using buds in these hues to form the foundation of your design. Dusky rose, ivory, and mustard yellow with pops of merlot in the florals throughout will create a rich and inviting space. You can also incorporate fall leaves, golden ferns, and dried grasses for added texture. To bring navy to the mix, selecting velvet furniture in the dark blue shade for your lounge area or choosing a statement navy design for your bar.

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06 Amber, Emerald, Cognac, Eggshell, and Black
Black and white is a classic pairing that can be used at any time of the year, but by adding amber, cognac, and emerald, you’ll give your big day an autumnal twist. 
Using amber and cognac will duplicate the colors of leaves found outside of your venue, while emerald is a jewel tone that couples often turn to in the fall. Incorporating black details will give your décor a moody, dramatic flair.
Set the expectation for your event with black and white invitations featuring your custom crest or a sketch of your venue in amber, emerald, and cognac tones. Then, embellish your site with arrangements of greenery, textured grasses, roses, and delphinium, using every hue from your palette. You can place these arrangements at the entrance of your aisle, at the base of your escort card display, and at the foot of your sweetheart table. Another fun way to bring amber to your big day is by ditching the traditional flower petal exit-toss or send-off in favor of golden leaves, according to Morgan. You can also incorporate the bright yellow hue through light fixtures. 

07 Berry, Butterscotch, Tangerine, Ivory, and Black
These hues work well for the beginning, middle, or end of the season and in any locale. The vibrant shades of berry, butterscotch, and tangerine are reminiscent of summer, but including dark details will introduce the upcoming fall season.
To make this unexpected array of colors work for your Autumn affair, focus on vivacious floral arrangements that showcase berry, butterscotch, tangerine, and ivory. Then, implement darker details for juxtaposition. For instance, line white tables with clusters of colorful flowers, and choose black chargers, black napkins, and black flatware with a touch of gold to welcome an interesting contrast. 

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08 Mauve, Taupe, Cream, Amber, and Sage
This understated-yet-sophisticated earth-tone palette perfectly complements the subtle shifts in the season, creating a serene and timeless setting. With this possibility, you’ll add a touch of warmth and color into your affair without overpowering the setting. Given the subdued lavishness of these shades, we love this look for a timeless-meets-glamorous soirée in a ballroom or garden.
Inject these tones into all aspects of your day, from your altar installation to your cake table. Dress your ceremony aisle and reception tables in collections of blooms that use the entire medley of shades. Then, decorate the rest of your tables with mauve taper candles, napkins, and glassware.

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09 Orange, Peach, Ivory, Lavender, and Periwinkle
We love the vibrant energy this palette brings, while capturing the essence of autumn's colorful transition. Since orange and peach hint at the upcoming change of colors across the treetops, this combination befits an end-of-the-season celebration, too. Wherever your wedding date lies, the cool hues of lavender and periwinkle will bring a nice contrast to the warm tones of peach and orange.
Start by implementing this cluster of colors into your stationery suite, whether it’s via multicolored text and illustrations against white cardstock or a neutral font across a colorful piece of paper. Since this cluster of tones is bright and bold, direct your focus toward floral installations and arrangements, such as your aisle, arch, and centerpieces. To let the vivacious hues shine, curate simple place settings and linens. For an edgy take on this energizing medley, you can even add a touch of black, such as through your chairs and chargers.

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