The Wedding Edit: Part 2
Wedding Trends for 2026 continue here at the Studio Edit with The Paloma Palette. A citrus-forward color story, the Paloma Palette features warm, sunset hues that evoke a golden hour cocktail on the beach. Think grapefruit pink, citrus orange, peach and papaya, layered with warm gold accents and beachy neutrals. The feeling is effortlessly festive and fun.
I recently hosted a bridal shower themed “She found her Main Squeeze” using this colorful palette, and it created a story that was beautiful but also playful. You can check out photos from that in my Gallery and on social media.
What I love about this color theme is that it is easy to incorporate into wedding decor, and can work with a variety of design aesthetics. Here’s a few simple ideas:
Flowers are the most obvious way to incorporate the color scheme into your wedding day. Ask your florist to incorporate sunset gradients into the arrangements with flowers that move from peach to coral to pink. Stems such as garden roses, ranunculus and freesia lend themselves to the breezy, citrus-hued feel. And don’t forget carnations - a vastly underrated flower that comes in just about any color, including hues that fit perfectly with the Paloma color scheme.
Linens: Napkins in particular are an easy, budget-friendly way to add a pop of color to your wedding reception. Whether you are using single-use or cloth, there are plenty of options to choose a single Paloma hue to tie in with your florals.
Add in small citrus details to subtly reinforce the color story. Grapefruit and orange halves are a fun (and fragrant!) way to decorate a variety of table areas. Bowls or glass vases filled with citrus with flowers tucked in are another way to incorporate the palette in a cohesive way.
Create a signature cocktail - the perfect opportunity to create an experience for your guests is with a signature cocktail, such as the Paloma, that ties into your palette and theme.
Pair the vibrant colors and fun cabana stripes with rattan and linen textures for a coastal or destination wedding. For a more modern or minimalist approach, use single stems in glass vases and a single hue for coordinating napkins as a nice contrast to white tablecloths. Or create a dreamy, romantic garden experience with slightly softer tones, vintage glassware, and plenty of candlelight for that signature Paloma Palette glow.
Don’t forget to check out Instagram and Pinterest to see how I incorporated this trend into a bridal shower and stay tuned for Part 3 of the Wedding Edit coming soon!