written by Sarah Kikkert

Typically, brides choose to coordinate two to three colors in the interest of creating a beautiful and flowing wedding, from the table linens to the bridesmaids’ dresses.  However, one main color in varying shades, with the simplistic white background, can be just as effective, and may even better serve your personality or season of choice.  Additionally, pairing a monochromatic with white creates simple lines, clean patterns, and a flawless elegance that never goes out of style.

The color combination of white and multiple greens is one that is cool and crisp, and is perfect for a weding on thecusp of spring, or for keeping a summer celebration fresh and bright.  Flowers like ruffly hydrangeas and viburnums are perfect to complete this look.

Use of a solitary color paired with white also gives way for more creativity in other areas of planning.  Reception china, party favors, and the wedding cake are just a few examples.  Also, by choosing green as the hue of focus, the bride is still leaving options open without straying from the original color – the shades of green are virtually limitless (read: lime, pine, emerald, chartreuse, olive…the list continues)

Be creative!  Perhaps surprisingly, a simple green and white wedding color theme can create a look at this both sophisticated and fun at the same time.

Credits to:  Bridesmaids of multi-hues found at Brides.com, with the delicious cake from Venus Cakes.  Gorgeous Invites from Paper Marc, and the rest of the lovely images from Martha Stewart Weddings!