For a few years now, the colour emerald green, as well as the light sage colour, has been dominating the UK wedding styling scene. But as we go into the later part of 2026, a major change in venue styling has come about, and the colours that are currently dominating include plum, mulberry, and bruised berry shades. These colours are taking over as the ultimate luxury palette.
At Kenza Creations, we are seeing couples move away from muted greens in favour of these deeper, moodier jewel tones. If you want wedding reception decorations that feel warm, romantic, and effortlessly regal, here is why plum is leading the way this season.
Why Plum Works So Well in UK Venues
UK evenings in the fall and winter season call for warmth. While light greens can be cold when exposed to artificial light, plum automatically creates depth in the large reception area.
Plum fits well in between red, purple, and dark pink. It carries the royal charm of old-fashioned royal colours without being too much or out-of-date. Its combination with champagne-coloured linen, warm amber pin-spot lights, or crystal-clear acrylic stage transforms any simple hotel room or huge ballroom into an intimate party place.
3 Ways to Style Plum for Your Evening Celebration
- Rich Velvet Linens and Head Table Framing: Instead of traditional white tablecloths, incorporate plum into the décor through the use of textured napkins, crushed velvet runner accents, or backdrops behind your head table. It provides an eye-catching focal point in photographs without dimming the whole room.
- Mixed Berry Florals with Cool Accents: Combine dark plum calla lilies and deep purple dahlias with creamy ivory roses and soft silver foliage. Mixing light and dark blooms keeps your centerpieces dynamic and prevents them from looking flat on camera.
- Metallic Hardware Swaps: Plum works excellently with sterling silver, pewter, and gold candelabras. The combination of dark flowers with metallic containers captures all the reflections of the candlelight.
Designing a Standout Celebration Space
Colour choices set the entire mood for your evening. By choosing rich, unexpected tones like plum, your wedding reception decorations will feel distinctly fresh, memorable, and full of personality rather than following last year’s standard template.
Are you currently planning your UK wedding and curious about how to bring deep jewel tones into your venue layout? Reach out to our design team at Kenza Creations today, and let us craft a bespoke styling concept for your big day!