How to Style Your Autumn Wedding: Colour Palettes, Textures & Florals

1. Autumn Colour Palettes That Pop

While burnt orange is a classic, autumn weddings can go far beyond that. Here are a few palettes we’ve seen work beautifully:

• Moody & Elegant: Deep burgundy, forest green, charcoal, and gold

• Earthy & Natural: Terracotta, rust, ivory, warm taupe

• Romantic & Soft: Blush pink, mauve, cinnamon, and warm cream

• Dramatic Neutrals: Black, oat, copper, and amber

💡 Tip: Don’t be afraid of contrast — dark suits with warm-toned florals, or soft dresses with bold accessories look amazing in photos.

2. Texture Makes All the Difference

Autumn is all about layers, and the same goes for your styling.

• Table styling: Velvet runners, linen napkins, wooden chargers

• Florals & décor: Dried grasses, feathers, berries, leaves

• Seating & soft furnishings: Blankets, vintage rugs, low lighting

Think: tactile, cozy, and a little wild. Layering textures gives your wedding visual depth — and photographs beautifully, especially in candlelight or golden hour.

Photo by Autumn Nicole Photography

3. Florals for the Season

Florals are one of the best ways to tie your styling together. Autumn is perfect for lush, slightly undone arrangements full of character.

Seasonal favourites include:

• Dahlias

• Cosmos

• Amaranthus

• Chrysanthemums

• Roses in muted or moody tones

• Dried elements like pampas grass, seed pods, or eucalyptus

Bonus: These florals look great both fresh and dried — ideal for bouquets that last or tablescapes with an edge.

Photo by Rosie Kelly Photography

4. Decor Touches that Bring the Season to Life

You don’t have to go full harvest-themed (unless that’s your vibe). A few thoughtful touches can completely shift the feel:

• Candles: Go heavy — on tables, stairs, windowsills, everything

• Copper or brass accents: Frames, table numbers, candle holders

• Fruits and foliage: Pomegranates, figs, leaves, or acorns for a natural touch

• Calligraphy: On textured paper or hand-torn vellum — romantic and timeless

Photo by June Bug Weddings

5. Photography Considerations for Styling

As wedding photographers, here’s what we recommend thinking about when styling for autumn:

• Choose materials that catch light — silk, glassware, metallics

• Use layered lighting (candles + fairy lights + ambient)

• Set your ceremony or couple portraits during golden hour if possible

• Embrace the mood: overcast skies = cinematic, cozy images

Final Thoughts

Your autumn wedding doesn’t need to follow trends — it just needs to feel like you. Whether that’s a rustic barn filled with dried florals and candlelight, or a city venue styled with moody elegance and velvet textures, this season offers so much space for creativity and warmth.

If you're planning a wedding in the Midlands and love the idea of layering your day with seasonal colour, texture and feeling — we’d love to capture it.

📸 Planning an Autumn Wedding?

We’re Calo Franco, a Midlands-based photography duo capturing natural, stylish, story-driven weddings. Let’s talk about your vision.