Think about the mood you want to set. What words describe your wedding? Dramatic? Fun? Sweet? Opulent? Colors are a powerful way of influencing people’s moods, so you’ll want to choose colors that get you and your guests in the right mindset. If a color you love doesn’t seem right for the mood you’re trying to create (say, pale pink for a dramatic wedding), that’s OK — balance it out with one or two (deep purple, gold) that can set that tone.

Read more: 4 Tips for Choosing Your Wedding Colors via Huffington Post