If you’re choosing to embrace the autumnal season for your big day, then there are many different options for gorgeous fall wedding invitations. More and more brides are choosing to get married during fall because of its simplicity, natural beauty and beautifully rich color palette. And to get you started, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite fall invitations to give your guests a taste of your wedding style.
So whether you have a rustic theme, an elegant affair, classic cocktail party elegance, relaxed picnic vibes or a whimsical wedding coming up, there are perfect invitations to suit your special day and celebrate the fall season!
Read below to discover some beautiful ideas to inspire your fall wedding invitations for every style of wedding!
1. Golden Simplicity
Gold is a stunning color any time of year but especially as we move into fall and winter. It highlights the warmth and magical vibe of the season. Also, this color’s versatility means that you can adapt it to any style of wedding. For example, match it with white or black for an opulent and luxurious formal wedding, or combine gold with mauve or forest green for a rustic aesthetic.
2. Greenery
Add watercolor and deep greenery to your fall wedding invitations to emphasize your autumn theme. The delicacy of the watercolor illustrations gives a soft and welcoming aesthetic while deep green tones highlight the fall season. Keep it minimal with a white background, or add golden foil for a touch of extravagance.
3. Early Fall Hues
If your special day is at the start of fall, you can still tie in summer hues. Brighter colors and pastel tones are a gorgeous way to blend the two seasons. For example, consider blush pink backgrounds with burgundy floral illustrations. You can even get creative with a fun contrast, such as pastel blue with burnt orange.
4. Charmingly Rustic
A rustic theme gives weddings a soothing and whimsical feel, especially during the cosy autumnal season. So make the most of this for your fall wedding invitations by using recycled paper with torn edges, and neutral tones with natural motifs. Add a charming touch by using stunning yet simple calligraphy. This will really give your guests a feel for what’s to come on your special day.
5. Bright and Bold
Just because you’re getting married during the cooler and moodier time of year, doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice vibrancy. Let your bold personality shine with rich hues of navy and burnt orange. Compliment these intense tones with bright and modern graphics that are bound to get your guests excited for the big day!
6. Autumnal Leaves
Find inspiration from the falling leaves around you by mixing these enchanting colors. You can be as minimalist or maximalist as you like! Focus on a mix of burnt orange, deep red, cinnamon brown and harvest gold. Use these tones for the text and detailed branch illustrations for a subtle approach. Or go all out with a gorgeous mix of these colours.
7. Pumpkin Tones
Incorporate one of fall’s distinctive centrepieces with pumpkin-inspired tones. Use deep orange hues to symbolize this classic seasonal celebration. It’s ideal for brides that want a minimal and monochrome design with a creative nod to fall.
8. Tartan-Inspired Tones
Tartan is a timeless color palette for fall and winter weddings. It’ll set the scene for your guests straight away, and make them think of an intimate autumnal ambience with blankets next to a crackling fire. Make sure to use a mix of reds, blues and greens for the perfect combination.
9. Navy and Burgundy
Navy and burgundy are gorgeous jewel tones that complement an elegant wedding for the cooler time of year. This rich color combination is one of the best ways to highlight fall for your big day. You can also add gold lettering and beautiful floral illustrations for a vintage aesthetic.
10. Whimsical Woodland
Take inspiration from a fall woodland by using bronze, brown and dark yellow tones for invitations. Incorporate nature into your suite designs with beautiful hand illustrations and adorn your invitations with acorns, fallen leaves and branches.
11. Vintage Meets Modern
This popular design movement is known for its mix of vibrant and muted tones, natural elements, and graphic shapes. It works perfectly for a retro bride that wants a modern and minimal fall wedding with an eclectic flair. Add geometric designs and bright fall hues such as maroon, mustard yellow and forest green.
12. Dark and Moody
To really tune into the cooler fall weather go for a dark and moody invitation suite. Use dark blue hues, purples, dark grays, and black. This chic option is perfect for brides that what to create an elegant yet dramatic and mysterious aesthetic.
13. Romantic Warmth
If you’re looking for fall wedding invitations that embrace the season’s cozy warmth while maintaining a romantic flare, then this one is for you. The romantic styled calligraphy, light tones, and warm golden hues are everything that symbolize the welcoming, calming and peaceful ambience of a fall evening. You can keep the text and font minimal to highlight the hues, or add detailed illustrations and calligraphy for a more luxurious feel.
14. Fern-Inspired
Take inspiration from dark green forest ferns for your fall wedding invitations. Use different green tones including sage green, hunter green, olive, moss, and emerald. These colors can be complemented perfectly with white or soft gray tones. You can even take it to the next level by cutting out tracings of branches and leaves.
15. Sustainably Vintage
This design is ideal for brides that want to reduce their carbon footprint and maintain an eco-friendly ethos for their nuptials. By using recycled and imperfect paper, you can also create a rustic and vintage feel. A minimal font also compliments this style beautifully.
16. Sleek and Modern
Combine edgy details with a fall feel with a sleek invitation suite. The striking black tone makes a statement, while the burnt orange brings together the dark romantic mood. It’s ideal for a modern bride that wants to wow their guests from the start! If you want to contrast a soft touch, you can even add floral illustrations.
17. Rich Burgundy
Give your fall wedding invitations a luxurious feel with a rich burgundy or maroon tone. This color oozes feelings of fall! Add a gold wax seal and beautiful calligraphy for a vintage or old-world aesthetic. This is ideal if you’re planning a traditional and formal style wedding.
18. Neutral and Natural
From minimal and intimate to feminine and romantic, neutral tones will work with any style of fall wedding. Use beige, light brown, white and camel tones. Highlight the beauty of nature during this season by adding natural elements. For example, wildflower and leaf illustrations work perfectly with this style.
Your fall wedding invitations are the first moment you have to impress your guests with your beautiful theme. For more seasonal wedding inspiration, head over to WedBoard. You’ll find ideas for all parts of your wedding day including, Dreamy Winter Wedding Ideas, 14 Stunning Spring Wedding Bouquet Ideas, and 16 Most Beautiful Wedding Ideas for Summer.
Featured image: Elizabeth Gelineau
