Patriotic Wedding Inspiration
Your wedding day is all about you and your partner, and the fun of planning a wedding comes from putting together a celebration that reflects who you are as a couple. Here in the United States, that may include some red, white, and blue!
Whether you or your partner have served in the military and want to acknowledge your service, are getting married near the 4th of July, or you simply like the combination of colors, adding a little patriotic oomph to your big day can make for a beautiful and bright celebration. In case you need a little inspiration, here are some patriotic weddings we’ve helped couples put together that will have your imagination standing at attention.
Keep it Subtle
The combination of red, white, and blue is iconic, so you don’t need to go wild with the color scheme to make an impact. Particularly as red and blue are standout colors on their own, incorporating subtle touches of patriotism can personalize your wedding while maintaining elegance and beauty.
If you or your partner have served in the military, formal uniforms are a beautiful and meaningful way to bring your background into your ceremony. And if members of your wedding party are also in the military, you can incorporate military traditions or ceremonies in your wedding.
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Military wedding saber arch at Della Terra Mt Chateau, with Fairytale Floral and Simply Love Co.
Military wedding at the Army Navy Country Club with 1001 Angles Photography.
Go All Out
A touch of red, white, and blue in your wedding is great, but maybe you’re looking for a patriotic theme rather than accents. Embracing your connection to this country provides a powerful personal meaning and creates a stunning celebration. And with such classic colors, it’s easy to weave your patriotic theme throughout your flowers, decor, and apparel.
Reception at Willowbrook Amphitheater with Chair Rental Denver and MoonDance Photography.
Military wedding sign captured by 1001 Angles Photography at Army Navy Country Club
Incorporating colors from the flag into your wedding party is a fun and easy way to create a cohesive look for your bridesmaids and groomsmen. You can infuse your flowers with the flag and have red, white, and blue bouquets and boutonnieres while keeping your wedding party apparel looking classic, or you can embrace your color theme and put groomsmen in navy while your bridesmaids wear red.
Colorado Reception at Willowbrook Amphitheater and image by MoonDance Photography.
Add Some Sparkle
Add a little 4th of July flair to your patriotic wedding with fireworks! While getting your hands (and permits) on real fireworks may be more of a hassle than it’s worth, you can still bring some pop and color to your wedding with sparklers! For a 4th of July celebration, consider what else reminds you of independence day for food, entertainment, and color inspiration. Bring some BBQ flavors into your dinner options, or create signature drinks with patriotic names.
Bride and Groom send-off with sparklers at Highlands Ranch Mansion. Captured by Dawn Sparks Photography.
Get Creative
Your red, white, and blue theme doesn’t have to be limited to your wedding party attire or table decorations. Get creative and add a patriotic touch to any part of your wedding celebration. How about a candy bar made up of patriotic-colored treats? Seat markers printed on a flag background? A photo booth with 4th of July inspired props? The sky’s the limit when it comes to imagining your big day.
Candy Bar at Della Terra Mt Chateau, with Simply Love Co.
However you incorporate patriotic elements into your wedding, it’s sure to be a memorable and impressive piece of your big day. With such classic colors, it’s hard to go wrong! If you’re looking to throw the patriotic wedding of your dreams, I can help make them come true.