For the first time, Pantone announced that there wasn’t just one, but two colors of the year for 2016: Rose Quartz and Serenity. As the world gets more and more stressed out people seek colors that slake our thirst for reassurance and security. Joined together, these two colors create a balance between a warmer embracing rose tone and the cooler tranquil blue, “reflecting connection and wellness as well as a soothing sense of order and peace.” These shades evoke compassion and relaxation, and couldn’t be more perfect for a wedding palette! There are so many ways to incorporate these shades into your special day, and I’ve included just a few of them below. Also, you might like to take a look at the 10 light blue wedding gowns featured yesterday.

Blue dress + blush magnolias: Pinterest / Rose Quartz Crystal Earrings: Jene DeSpain Designs via Anthropologie / Blush and blue bouquet: Jose Villa via Style Me Pretty / Blue flower crown: Violette & Iris / Pink, Blue + Gold cake: via Belle the Magazine / Light pink nail polish: Julep (carla) / Pink and blue bridal party: Danielle Capito Photography via Style Me Pretty / Pink and blue watercolor invitation suite: Julie Song Ink / Rose Quartz Crystals: au scrystals