10 Creative ways to add something blue to your wedding
Whether you're a die-hard traditionalist or just love a pop of colour, the “something blue” tradition is a beautiful way to blend history with personal style. Rooted in good fortune and love, it’s a subtle nod to the past that can be tailored to any kind of wedding – classic, contemporary, or boho luxe.
Here are 10 creative, modern ways to weave a little (or a lot of) blue into your big day
1. Elegant Accessories: Add blue in the most understated way with your accessories, like aquamarine earrings, a sapphire pendant, or a silky sky-blue ribbon tied into your hair. These pieces can double as timeless keepsakes after the big day.
2. Blue Bridal Shoes: For a pop of personality under your gown, blue bridal heels or flats are a standout choice. Whether you go for soft powder blue or a bold cobalt, it’s a fun way to break tradition – stylishly.
3. Bouquets With a Blue Twist: Add blue tones to your bouquet with florals like delphinium, thistle, hydrangea, or forget-me-nots. Or keep your flowers neutral and tie the stems with a blue silk ribbon. Simple, chic, and photo-ready.
4. Ceremony Styling: Infuse blue into your ceremony with floral arrangements, aisle runners, or signage. Blue fabric draped over arbour frames or hanging installations can also elevate the look with elegance and calm.
5. Blue-Toned Stationery: Start your theme early by adding blue hues to your invitations, RSVP cards, and save-the-dates. Watercolour brush strokes, pastel paper stock, or navy envelopes offer a refined touch guests won’t forget.
6. Wedding Party Fashion: For bridesmaids, blue dresses are always in style – from pale dusty tones to moody midnight shades. Grooms can get in on the action too with navy suits, blue pocket squares, or subtle buttonhole flowers.
7. Blue Signature Cocktails: Curate a cocktail menu that’s as fun as it is thematic. Think blueberry mojitos, lavender gin spritzes, or classic blue curaçao sippers. Add custom signage and glassware for even more impact.
8. Blue Wedding Cake Details: Blue fondant, watercolour tiers, edible petals, or painted cake flowers – there are endless ways to use blue in your cake design. A statement moment for dessert and your photos.
9. Tablescape Touches: Layer blue into your reception styling or colour scheme with napkins, glassware, candles, or centrepieces. Pair navy with gold for a rich palette or opt for lighter shades for a fresh, romantic vibe.
10. A Hidden Stitch or Keepsake: Sew a blue heart into your gown lining, wrap a blue charm around your bouquet stem, or tuck a blue note into your pocket. These quiet moments can be deeply personal, just for you and your partner.
Your Something Blue, Your Way. Adding something blue doesn’t have to be literal or loud. It can be a whisper of colour, a nostalgic detail, or a showstopping statement woven into your celebration in a way that’s uniquely you.
Tradition meets creativity – and we’re all for it.
