Pretty Purple Wedding Ideas for a Bold & Vibrant Celebration

From boutonnieres and bouquets to lighting and linens, discover inspirational purple décor.

Pretty Purple Wedding Ideas for a Bold & Vibrant Celebration

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Photo: Jason and Rebecca Walker for Ira Lippke Studios

One of the most popular wedding hues that we see for brides all across the country is the color purple. From rich shades of eggplant, to lighter shades of violet or lavender, the color purple instantly adds an air of elegance, style, and regality to your event. There's no wonder Pantone named "Radiant Orchid" the Color of the Year in 2014, the hue radiates beauty, from design and décor to fashion and florals.

Bold brides will love making purple the primary hue in their wedding color palette, while couples who desire just a hint of purple can incorporate the royal shade into invitations, bouquets, or even bridesmaid gowns. Violet lighting will cast a vibrant glow on your reception design, and lavender uplighting on an all-white chuppah at your ceremony will create a romantic space for the vow exchange.

We've gathered some of our favorite images from weddings with purple color palettes below to give you 30 ways to use the color purple in your wedding design and décor. Want more ideas? View our Purple Wedding Inspiration board on Pinterest!

1. Wedding Bouquet

Purple wedding bouquet

Photo by Callaway Gable; Floral design by The Hidden Garden; Consulting by Sterling Engagements

2. Bridesmaid Bouquets

Purple bridesmaid dress and purple bouquet

Photo by Jason and Rebecca Walker for Ira Lippke Studios; Bridesmaid attire by Monique Lhuillier; Consulting by Mindy Weiss Party Consultants

3. Boutonnieres

Light purple wedding boutonniere

Photo by Amy & Stuart Photography; Consulting by Sterling Engagements

4. Groom's Tie

Purple tie for groom at wedding

Photo by Sarah & Ben

5. Wedding Shoes

Purple wedding shoe peep toe pumps

Photo by Walters & Walters

6. Groomsmen's Socks

Purple and black argyle socks for groomsmen

Photo by Maria Angela Photography

7. Wedding Invitations

Purple wedding invitations

Photo by Thisbe Grace Photography; Consulting by Jordan Payne Events

8. Ceremony Décor

Purple wedding ceremony with ribbon

Photo by Callaway Gable; Floral design by The Hidden Garden; Consulting by Sterling Engagements

9. Ceremony Lighting

Purple ceremony ballroom lighting in Chicago

Photo by KingenSmith

10. Flower Aisle Runner

Purple flowers along outdoor ceremony aisle

Photo by Dalal Photography; Aisle runner by The Original Runner Company; Consulting by Linda Howard Events; Rentals by Revelry Event Designers

11. Ceremony Arch

Purple flower arch at ceremony

Photo by Dalal Photography

12. Mother of Bride Dress

Purple mother of bride dress

Photo by Ira Lippke Studios

13. Escort Card Table

Purple flowers on escort card display

Photo by Images by Berit, Inc.; Calligraphy by Laura Hooper Calligraphy

14. Escort Cards

Purple escort cards Brandon Mebane wedding

Photo by Callaway Gable; Floral design by The Hidden Garden; Consulting by Sterling Engagements

15. Seating Chart

Purple flower on mirror seating chart

Photo by Lauren Ross Photography & Nancy Cohn Photography; Calligraphy by Lehr and Black; Venue: The Breakers

16. Lavender Linens

Lavender light purple wedding table

Photo by Full Spectrum Photography

17. Deep Purple Linens

Dark purple linens on wedding tables

Photo by Amy & Stuart Photography; Consulting by Sterling Engagements

18. Fine China

Purple and white wedding china

Photo by Thisbe Grace Photography; Consulting by Jordan Payne Events

19. Dinner Napkins

Purple napkins at wedding reception

Photo by Images by Berit, Inc.

20. Floral Chandelier

Purple reception with flower chandelier

Photo by Christine Bentley Photography

21. Menu

Purple sequin tablecloth and menu

Photo by Full Spectrum Photography

22. Reception Centerpieces

Small purple wedding centerpiece

Photo by Turn Loose the Art

23. Embroidered Linens

Embroidered purple wedding linens

Photo by Images by Berit, Inc.

24. Reception Chairs

Purple round back clear wedding chairs

Photo by Jason and Rebecca Walker for Ira Lippke Studios; Consulting by Mindy Weiss Party Consultants; Rentals by Revelry Event Designers

25. Glassware

Purple wine glasses glassware and goblets

Photo by MBV Photography

26. Reception Lighting

Purple lighting at Texas wedding reception

Photo by Michael Carr Photography; Consulting by Ann Whittington, Event Planner

27. Wedding Lounge

Purple and white outdoor wedding lounge area

Photo by Images by Berit, Inc.

28. Wedding Cake

Purple sugar flower wedding cake

Photo by Ira Lippke Studios

29. Dessert Table

Purple glitter dulce amor sweets table

Photo by Embrace Life Photography; Consulting by Bluebell Events

30. After-Party

Purple Shaun T after party wedding decor

Photo by Turn Loose the Art