Peacock themed weddings are full of rich, vibrant colors and chic decor elements. If you are hoping to pull off this luxe theme, come learn about all the details you will need to consider.
Last updated February 5, 2024
Though a peacock wedding theme may initially seem a bit out of the ordinary, it’s actually a chic and modern theme full of rich, vibrant colors and wedding decor. What’s more, the regal color palette symbolizes a strong and fruitful future ahead.
However, to achieve an elegant design that incorporates the peacock motif, you have to pay close attention to a variety of details—or you run the risk of the theme going from chic to shabby. But don’t worry, Zola has you covered as you take on one of the more unique wedding themes. Here’s everything you need to know to create a picture-perfect peacock-themed wedding.
When it comes time to select your colors, look no further than the stunning beauty of natural peacock feathers, which are full of vivid blues, greens, and golds. While you will want to keep this in mind as your guiding palette, a peacock theme does lend itself to some customization.
The peacock blues you choose to incorporate throughout your big day can range from turquoise teal to sapphire or navy, while greens can vary from bright emerald green to grass green. Since green and blue are both cool colors and neighbor each other on the color wheel, they will always go together, so focusing on these two hues as your primary colors is a failsafe way to design a stunning wedding. Then you can use gold and black as your accent colors, or if you want a more playful color palette, try adding pops of bright colors like pink, coral, purple, and orange as accents.
While the colors you select for your peacock wedding theme will set the tone for your event's design, creating an elegant theme will depend on the details of the big day. Weaving your theme and colors throughout all the elements of your wedding planning ensures that the theme is prominent and consistently represented. For cohesiveness, incorporate your peacock colors and details into your wedding invitations, venue selection, attire, flower arrangements, and more.
Your wedding starts with the invitations and stationery, such as RSVP cards and save-the-dates, so this is when you’ll want to begin showing off your elegant theme. Of course, one of the most traditional ways to theme invitations is to simply design them with the colors of your wedding. However, a peacock theme offers the opportunity to decorate your turquoise teal or emerald green wedding invitation with images of peacocks or their features—you may even choose to include a real peacock feather as part of the design for a more exotic touch.
Selecting your wedding venue is one of the most important choices you will have to make when wedding planning, but the right choice can support and highlight your theme. For example, a peacock theme will feel like a natural choice for a destination wedding in an exotic location like Sri Lanka or Myanmar, where peacocks are part of the wildlife.
However, if you’re looking to stay closer to home, peacock colors will also complement nature wedding venues, such as zoos or botanical gardens. And if you prefer an indoor venue or only have access to a more traditional reception hall, bring your inspiration to life through decorations. In this case, finding a venue will require you to consider how the colors of the room will influence your theme.
If your location has access to peacocks, such as in their natural habitat or at a zoo, having your photos taken with one in the background adds a unique touch. However, some couples may choose to have a peacock brought to their wedding. If this is something you are considering, be sure to check with local animal authorities and make sure you understand all the regulations that may impact your ability to do so. In addition, secure permission from your venue and file all necessary permits and waivers.
When it comes to attire, there are many different ways to incorporate your theme. Most obviously, you can have the women in your wedding party wear bridesmaid dresses that are in line with your color palette. Likewise, the men can wear matching vests or ties. However, the peacock theme also lends itself to a few other creative wedding ideas, such as:
The floral arrangements for a wedding are often one of the best ways to highlight your theme and incorporate your colors throughout the ceremony and reception. For a peacock wedding theme, consider using the feathers to enhance your arrangements.
In some cases, you may even choose to omit floral blooms entirely and opt for a minimalist vase filled with peacock feathers. Consider your bridal bouquet, bridesmaids bouquets, flower girl "petals," and wedding centerpieces. Your arrangements are a place where you can have fun and get creative, so don’t be afraid to try out a few different ideas with your florist or event designer.
Your reception decor is what will really bring your theme to life. This includes everything from photo walls to place settings. But think carefully about the details you want to include and how they all fit together—trying to do too much can take your wedding day from elegant to gauche quickly. Here are some of our favorite ideas to consider when you begin planning your peacock decor:
While these are just a few ideas to help get you started, the reception decor possibilities are endless with a peacock theme.
Your wedding cake is often a focal point of your reception, so it’s a fun opportunity to show off your theme. There are a variety of creative ways that you can do this, but some of our favorites include:
If you’d like a specific design on your cake, be sure to discuss it with your baker to ensure they can execute your vision. However, if you aren’t sure what you want, your baker may be able to come up with a few options for you to consider.
Peacocks are revered for their vibrant colors and exotic feathers, so it is no wonder this makes an excellent wedding theme. But with such a vibrant bird as your inspiration, creating an elegant design from the ceremony through the reception requires great attention to detail and a delicate hand. Take your time sourcing the right elements—it’ll pay off, as you’ll be much more likely to pull off this luxurious theme.
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