Fall Weddings 2026: The Trending Color Palette
The heat is starting to ease up, the afternoon light is turning golden, and here at Mogly Studio we’re already getting ready for the upcoming wedding season. If your wedding date falls between September and December 2026, there’s a conversation about color you won’t want to miss: fall has arrived with a palette that’s much richer and bolder than the neutral tones that have dominated in recent years.
Terracotta and olive green—the color combination everyone is looking for
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Searches for “plum and olive wedding” have increased by more than 1,300% this year, and it’s no coincidence. The combination of warm terracotta and deep olive green works in any type of venue—from a hacienda to an urban garden—because it harmonizes perfectly with the tones already present in the Mexican landscape at this time of year. It’s a palette that feels earthy, sophisticated, and, above all, very photogenic in the golden light of sunset.
Plum, Merlot, and the jewel-toned hues that steal the show
After several seasons dominated by beige and off-white, couples are returning to colors with character. Plum, merlot, and forest green are appearing in centerpieces, stationery, and even the bridesmaids’ outfits, adding a depth that looks spectacular in both still photography and video. If you like the idea of a wedding with an autumn evening vibe, these jewel tones are your starting point.
Textures That Elevate the Color Palette: Velvet and Curved Tables
Color doesn’t travel alone. This season, emerald velvet has taken center stage on tablecloths, lounge chairs, and even bridesmaids’ dresses, because it adds that cozy feel that fall calls for. In the setup, serpentine tables—with their curved, organic shape—are replacing straight imperial tables, creating a much more dynamic composition for the photographer behind the camera. As photographers, we can tell you that these textural details are what make an image feel rich even before you notice the color.
Photo: Jan Kopřiva via Unsplash
How to Use This Color Palette Without Losing the Essence of Your Wedding
There’s no need to incorporate these colors into every corner of the event. Many couples are choosing to introduce the fall color palette gradually: a terracotta centerpiece, a merlot ribbon in the bouquet, olive green napkins. This approach allows the palette to feel intentional without competing with the dress, the venue, or the natural light of the wedding location. At Mogly Studio, we always recommend starting with the time of day when the key photos will be taken—the ceremony, the toast, the first dance—and building the palette around that light.
Your Fall Wedding, Told Through Pictures
A well-thought-out color palette doesn’t just look good in the flowers or on the table—it becomes the common thread running through the entire visual narrative of your wedding, from the wedding rings to the final dance. That’s why choosing a wedding photographer in Mexico who understands how to work with light, texture, and color—not just composition—makes all the difference in the final result.
If you've already set a date for your fall wedding, we'd love to talk with you about how to tell your story through wedding video and photography that capture this season exactly as you're imagining it. Check out our packages or book your date directly with us.
