We’ve all heard the expression: “Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.” Those are the 4 things you’ll need on your wedding day to have good luck in your marriage. Even if your wedding color scheme has no blue in it at all, that doesn’t mean you can’t have your “something blue” without clashing. Read on for cool ideas on how you can work the color in to your big day.
Dress Accents
Using blue for a dress accent is best if your wedding colors include blue. But even if they don’t, a blue sash or some blue embroidery can add a classy and beautiful touch to your gown.
Garters
One of the classic ways to have a “something blue” is to purchase or make a blue garter. Since it’s hidden for (most!) of the day, it won’t clash with anything, but ensures you still have that blue piece. You can get garters that are all blue, or just ones that have blue accents like jewels or ribbons.
Underwear
Even though your dress may be white, it’s not likely to be a thin enough fabric to show the color of your undies! You can pick up blue lacy underwear, even some specifically for brides, like this cute pair on Pinterest.
Nails
Fingernails and toenails are another simple, classy way to include blue. You can paint your entire nail blue, or just use it as an accent, like to make a heart, or tiny polka dots.
Jewelry
Blue jewelry can look amazing when paired with a crisp white wedding dress. Sapphire and pearl earrings, a Swarovski anklet, or a simple silver and blue necklace can add a lovely touch to your outfit, while bringing in your “something blue.”
Hair Accessories
If you’re not big on jewelry, or if you just want something fun, blue hair accessories are a great choice. A blue hair comb can add elegance, or choose blue flowers for your hair for a spring or summer outdoor wedding.
Shoes
Don’t forget shoes! They’re another place you could choose to work in some blue.
There are many options for this. You could wear an entirely blue shoe, like the cute ones pictured above, or you could get some blue glitter soles, or blue crystal “I do” stick-ons. A cute secret between you and your groom!
Embroidery
A very personalized way to include blue is to have something embroidered in blue on the inside of your dress. You could have your wedding date, your married name, you and your partner’s initials, a heart, or anything else that is meaningful to you. Just make sure you get this done professionally, and only embroider on fabric that won’t snag or rip!
Did you include “something blue” in your wedding? Tell us about it in the comments!
