Did you hear the news? Marseille Bleu is the 2024 wedding color of the year, as selected by Brides and Minted Weddings! If you’re looking to add this elegant and sophisticated shade to your celebration, you’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, we’ll show you beautiful invitations, decor, attire, jewelry, and more in this steal-worthy shades of blue and how to use it for your wedding. This shade is inspired by the French coastal city of Marseille, which sounds lovely. Ooh la la! It pairs nicely with any theme and season and will soon become your favorite Something Blue. Let’s get started!

Captivating Marseille Bleu Wedding Ideas

Are you dreaming of a romantic and elegant wedding with a touch of Mediterranean charm? Look no further than Marseille Bleu, a stunning shade that is sophisticated and elegant. Here are the unique ways you can tie in Marseille blue and tie in the wedding trend of the year.

1. Invitations

Set the tone for your Marseille blue wedding with elegant invitations that capture the delicate blue watercolor designs. Utilize intricate navy blue motifs and add a touch of gold foil to add a little glamour.

2. Decor + Accessories

Welcome guests to your event with a charming sign, like this one by Bethan.

Next, you’ll decorate the wedding decor with stunning Marseille blue linens, napkins, centerpieces, and favors. Use these festive candle sticks in taper holders. Pair the hue with crisp white or soft pastels for a sophisticated vibe. Floral centerpieces – even these faux arrangements – pair nicely with an underlying rustic theme.

Utilize colorful glassware, like blue goblets for drinking glasses for an unexpected pop of color.

For the ceremony, use this toile linen and velvet ring box (as a ring pillow alternative) to complement this palette beautifully. It is by Evermore Styled. Très chic!

Need vow books for your ceremony? Opt for a lighter shade of blue, like this soft baby blue vow book pair. It’s by The Paper Peach.

And then sprinkle the perfect combination of blue, light blue, and silver petals down the aisle.

3. Cake

Opt for a beautiful Marseille blue wedding cake adorned with delicate blue flowers or intricate piping details. Or choose an allover white cake for a classic look and add a blue topper to round out the look. This cake topper is a beautiful addition to any cake and is handmade by LatelierFleur.

P.S. This ↑ is a faux wedding cake you can order for your wedding! It’s also handmade by Laterlier Fleur. Get it here.

5. Attire

For the bridal party, consider dressing your bridesmaids in flowing Marseille Blue dresses, while the groom and groomsmen can sport blue suits or navy ties. Add a pop of color with vibrant blue shoes or accessories for a modern twist.

Try a solid blue maxi, a blue floral print, or a flutter-sleeve dress. (These are from Lulu’s: save 20% off first-time purchases using code EBLULUS20 at checkout.)

Or consider this sleek and sophisticated halter top maxi (from Anthropologie).

For the groomsmen, blue suits or navy ties accentuate this color palette nicely. If you want a specific color match, this shop has bow ties, neckties, and handkerchiefs in the same shade.

If you prefer to rent the suits and accessories, consider getting these from The Black Tux in the nicest shades of blue.

Finally, round out the look with accessories that offer just a splash of Something Blue, like hand-painted floral earrings or these pearl earrings with blue crystals, shown below.

And carry a stunning purse, like this handmade clutch by ANGEE W.

6. Day-Of Stationery

Utilize the color scheme with Marseille blue throughout your day-of stationery pieces from the welcome sign to ceremony programs, place cards to menus – even table numbers. Here are some stunning examples.

7. Flowers

Incorporate blue flowers such as hydrangeas, delphiniums, or blue thistles into your bouquet and floral arrangements to complement the Marseille Blue color scheme. Pair them with white blooms for a classic and elegant look and greenery for texture.

You can rent wedding flowers or order silk to own, like this floral package with 24 pieces to decorate every aspect of your wedding.

Now that you’ve seen some inspiration, what do you think? Are you planning a Marseille blue wedding? Why or why not? Tell us in the comment box below!

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