The colour of ocean and sky, blue has served to inspire brides for centuries. Perhaps that is why blue is the colour of choice for the classic wedding rhyme "Something old, something new...".

Introducing the Colour Blue

Different shades of blue can affect mood and atmosphere. Choose from Azure, Baby blue, Cobalt blue, Cornflower blue, Dark blue, Denim, Indigo, Light blue, Midnight blue, Navy blue, Periwinkle, Persian blue, Powder blue, Royal blue, Sapphire, Steel blue, and Ultramarine, just to name a few.

Light blue is often associated with the cold. When paired with white and silver, blue is associated with ice and snow. Perfect for a winter wedding.

Brilliant blues become energetic and dramatic, an enchanting colour that expresses joy. Bold enough to stand on its own or blend with other brilliant colours, electric blue creates a perfect expression of your special day.

Gradients of blue are considered calming and soothing, representative of the blue water of the ocean. Blue is a beautiful colour to incorporate into a beach wedding. Mix and match with aqua green, sandy brown and even lemon yellow for a striking effect.

But don't go overboard with your blue! Grey blue shades and too much blue may come across as cold or uncaring. Choose blues that have an uplifting effect.

Add "Something Blue" and Say "I Do"

On your wedding day, carry a bit of blue for luck or wear it for its timeless elegance. Originally the custom of the bride wearing "something blue" dates back to ancient Israel where the bride wore a blue ribbon in her hair to represent fidelity.

There are many creative ways to incorporate the colour blue into your special day.

• For the bride that is attending her outdoor winter wedding, rehearsal party, stagette or hen party, a fabulous "Bride" Winter Blue Angora Down Brim Hat will have heads turning.
  
  
• For those brides that prefer a subtle reference to blue, a "Something Blue" Garter or a "Something Blue" Chiffon Bow is a wonderful choice.
  
  
• To toast to "something blue", select Classic Styled Interlocking Heart Stem Toasting Goblets that feature a pretty blue crystal detail on the stem.
  
  
• Give a gift with "something blue" to members of your wedding party. A Tied Bouquet of Something Blue Handkerchief can be embroidered with names, date or monogram as an added touch. Your thoughtfulness will be remembered always!
  
  
• Share the blue by adding this colour to wedding favors. Consider blue ribbon details, aqua blue favor boxes, or a mini blue and white felt winter mitten set. Check out more "something blue" wedding accessories here.

You never know what possibilities you will find "out of the blue".

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