Pantone's color of the year for 2014 is Radiant Orchid [1], and the shade of fuschia-purple (with pink undertones) is sure to be a popular wedding color this year. To get your bridal-planning wheels spinning, I've rounded up 24 delicious ways to incorporate the hot hue in your big day — including the most obvious option, using the stunning flower that inspired the color to begin with. Swoon over these pretty purple wedding ideas now!
Groom's Tie
Photos by love ala [2] via Green Wedding Shoes [3]
Cake Backdrop
Photo by Kelly Braman Photography [4] via Green Wedding Shoes [5]
Floral Napkins
Photo by The Cana Family [6] via 100 Layer Cake [7]
Bright Bridesmaid Dress
Photo by Mi Belle Photography [8] via Wedding Chicks [9]
Orchid Centerpiece
Photo by Adeline and Grace Photography [10] via Style Me Pretty [11]
Ceremony Backdrop
Photo by Majesta Patterson [12] via Green Wedding Shoes [13]
Exotic Cake
Photos by Erin Hearts Court [14] via Green Wedding Shoes [15]
Bridal Shoes
Photo by Benj Haisch Photography [16] via Green Wedding Shoes [17]
Orchid Bouquet
Photo by Laura Murray Photography [18] via Style Me Pretty [19]
Glittery Signage
Photo by Jagger Photography [20] via Green Wedding Shoes [21]
Ceremony Flowers
Photo by Mi Belle Photography [22] via Wedding Chicks [23]
Program Fans
Photo by Nina Mullins Photography [24] via Style Me Pretty [25]
Ceremony Ribbons
Photo by Amy Arrington [26] via Green Wedding Shoes [27]
Watercolor Invites
Photo by Nancy Neil [28] via 100 Layer Cake [29]
Floral Hairpiece
Photos by Julie Wilhite Photography [30] via Green Wedding Shoes [31]
Rustic Bouquet
Photo by Heather Hawkins Photography [32] via Green Wedding Shoes [33]
Desert-Inspired Centerpiece
Photos by Majesta Patterson [34] via Green Wedding Shoes [35]
Guestbook Sign
Photo by Jasmine Star [36] via Green Wedding Shoes [37]
Classic Bouquet
Photo by Emily Weis Photography [38] via Wedding Chicks [39]
Groom's Shirt
Photos by Majesta Patterson [40] via Green Wedding Shoes [41]
Welcome Sign
Photo by Pat Furey Photography [42] via Wedding Chicks [43]
Bridesmaids' Dresses
Photo by Alixann Loosle Photography [44] via 100 Layer Cake [45]
Ceremony Decor
Photo by Ashley Rose [46] via Green Wedding Shoes [47]
Reception Tulips
Photo by Q Weddings [48] via Wedding Chicks [49]