Once your spring/summer wedding palette is set (emerald, olive, lilac, and lavender in this case) the next step is choosing fabrics, textures, and accessories that bring your vision to life.
From groomsmen ties to bridesmaid dresses, accessories, and floral elements, texture plays a key role in how colours read in photos and in person.
🎨 Tip: Emerald and olive tones can come from foliage in your florals, while lilac and lavender shine in soft, flowing fabrics.
Choosing the Right Fabrics
Bridesmaid Dresses
- Lilac/Lavender: Chiffon, satin, or silk dresses drape beautifully in soft pastels.
- Emerald: Rich satin or taffeta provides jewel-toned depth for statement dresses.
Groomsmen Ties
- Silk & Satin: Classic sheen for elegant, spring/summer weddings.
- Shantung & Textured Fabrics: Adds depth and complements matte or textured dresses.
- Matching Idea: Olive-toned ties work well with greenery accents, while emerald ties pop against neutral suits.
Coordinating Accessories
- Pocket Squares & Boutonnieres - Pocket squares can echo lilac or lavender, while boutonnières can incorporate greenery and jewel-toned flowers.
- Cufflinks & Socks - Subtle accents in matching or complementary tones help unify the palette across the bridal party.
- Belts & Hair Accessories - Incorporate pastel ribbons or emerald-toned details to tie looks together without overwhelming the palette.
How Texture Impacts Colour Matching
- Matte fabrics can soften bold jewel tones like emerald.
- Shiny fabrics (silk, satin) reflect light, making pastel shades like lilac and lavender more vibrant.
- Mix textures between dresses, ties, and accessories for depth and visual interest in photos.
💡 Pro Tip: Even subtle foliage in bouquets and décor adds texture and reinforces olive/emerald tones.
Putting It All Together
- Anchor your bridal party palette with one dominant colour (emerald or lilac) and use the others as accents.
- Coordinate fabrics and textures across dresses and ties to avoid clashing tones.
- Accessorize thoughtfully with pocket squares, ribbons, and boutonnieres to carry your palette through every detail.
Explore our colour-matched wedding ties and request a Swatch to test fabrics and colours before the big day.
