Embrace old wedding customs with these beautiful blue themed wedding ideas. A lot of brides choose to honor different types of traditions throughout their wedding day. For instance, a common one we all know is the familiar English rhyme telling brides to wear ‘something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue’. The origin of something blue comes from the belief that a blue color wards off evil spirits and symbolizes love, purity and fidelity, which are the three essential pillars for a marriage. In fact, did you know that, before Queen Victoria started the white wedding dress custom in 1840, brides used to wear blue dresses!
No matter what your style is, there’s a way to incorporate blue hues into your wedding. Get inspired below with our favorite selection of blue themed wedding ideas to add a modern twist to your big day!
1. Blue Wedding Flowers
Flowers are a perfect way of including blue into your wedding. There are so many gorgeous blooms in different tones that you can use as a nod to the conventional wedding tradition. Hydrangeas, hyacinths, iris, orchids, cornflowers, periwinkles and delphiniums… The ample range means there will be one for you to fall in love with! For example, you can even go subtle with some soft hints of blue flowers around your reception decor, or go all out with an eye-catching flower wall.
2. Blue Styled Table Decor
Another way to guarantee a blue themed wedding is by using different shades of blue to decorate your reception tables. You can use hand-dyed linens, ribbons, candles, flowers, glassware for those pops of blue. Make a state with deep, rich tones or go minimal with delicate pastels.
3. Blue Themed Wedding Cake
Focus the color palette on your cake and bite into something blue! For instance, you can incorporate your blue themed wedding by going for different hues on a multi-tiered cake, using sugar flowers, or even adding blue icing for a modern vibe.
4. “Something Blue” Shoes
There are so many options for a pair of blue themed wedding heels. It’s one of the most popular and versatile options for a blue styled wedding. You can make a statement with a fun pop of color, or hint at the tradition by keeping them hidden under your dress.
5. Blue Themed Jewelry
Your wedding day jewelry is a great way to add in something blue. This could be with your earrings, necklace or even your wedding ring. If you want to include a gorgeous statement blue, a sapphire ring is perfect for elevating your jewelry while still complementing your attire. If you have a family heirloom that’s blue then that’s even better to add in ‘something old’ or ‘something borrowed’ to your wedding day.
6. Blue Wedding Bouquet
An easy way to add a burst of blue is with your wedding bouquet. You can make it the key feature by including beautiful blooms or small hints complemented with neutral tones. You could even just have a blue ribbon rather than blue flowers.
7. Blue Styled Bridesmaids’ Dresses
Blue is a classic color for bridesmaids’ dresses. From baby blue, and deep sky blue, to sapphire, navy or even teal, there will be a perfect hue to suit each skin tone, season and location. Your bridesmaids will love to be your something blue!
8. Flower Girls
Get your flower girls to be your something blue with cute dresses or sashes. There’s no rule that they have to wear white, so why not choose a fun pop of color. A pretty pastel blue is perfect for a soft and youthful dress.
9. Blue Wedding Nails
A chic and modern way to wear something blue is on your nails. You could go for a minimal polished manicure, a small detail with an accent nail or be extra with a glamorous nail art design.
10. Hair piece
Include a pop of blue in your hair. There are so many options, big and small, for how to add hairpieces that symbolize purity and love.
11. Hidden embroidery
For small and simple something blue ideas, include embroidered hidden notes or monograms. You can sew your names or wedding date into your wedding dress using a soft blue thread. This trend is becoming more and more popular after several celebrities including Kate Middleton have started using it. No one else except you and your partner will know it’s there. So it’s a beautifully intimate way to include a blue wedding tradition that symbolizes the purity and love between you both.
12. Blue Ring box
If you’re looking for blue wedding themed ideas that are simple and subtle, then choose a blue ring box. It’s still an important piece of the wedding as it holds the rings which will symbolize your unity. You can ask your photographer to include it in their shortlist to make sure that it’s remembered.
13. Invitations
Invitations are a fun way to make sure that you have something blue in preparation for your wedding day. Choose statement tones if you want to really show off your something blue. Or if you prefer a subtle gesture then use soft blue details, such as fine lines or illustrations.
14. Blue Themed Wedding Signs
Another alternative way to incorporate something blue ideas is by using signs around your venue. Create cute and creative signs to provide practical information for your guests. From minimal and rustic signs using wood or paper, to contemporary and eyecatching designs using neon and mirrors, there will be one to suit your blue detail.
15. Seating display
Similarly, a seating display is a great way to bring attention to your blue styled wedding. You can be as creative as you like with your seating display! For example, dedicate an entire wall to telling your guests where they’ll be sitting for the reception, or go for a more demure chart that flows with the rest of your decor.
16. Wedding Transport
For brides that are looking for truly original blue themed ideas, then explore ways to incorporate this theme into your transport. Find a vintage car in your favorite blue tone, and surprise your guests. This could be the car that takes you to the ceremony or your getaway car. It can even work as your something old!
17. Blue Wedding Themed Ceremony
Incorporate beautiful shades of blue into your wedding ceremony decor. The best part about this color palette is that it works with any season, whether it’s touches of navy in winter or baby blue details for summer, you can find an arch and altar to suit your wedding style.
18. Blue Themed Reception Decor
Another option is to have your something blue take center stage with your reception decor. Add in minimal or maximal pops of blue. You can find blue tones that complement other colors, such as pastel blues with pastel pinks, or even contrasting tones for more drama.
19. Guest details
Add a cute something blue touch to your wedding with your guest details. These could be thank you notes, umbrellas, blankets, or blue slippers for your guests to use on the dance floor.
20. Blue Styled Desserts
One of the most unique something blue ideas, is to have blue themed food. It’s so easy to add in some food dye to work in this tradition, such as blue cupcakes or macaroons.
21. Blue Themed Drinks
Just like with your wedding food, liven up your celebration with some unique blue cocktails. It’s another creative alternative to wearing your something blue. It’s also definitely bound to make your guests smile!
Don’t feel that you have to choose between having every tradition or no traditions at all. After all, you make the rules! Explore more inspiration for your wedding day at WedBoard. Find inspiration for more color-themed ideas such as The Prettiest Wedding Color Palette Ideas and Romantic Blush Wedding Ideas to add to your big day!
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