Soft pastel colors are stepping into the spotlight, and they’re anything but dull and ordinary. Whether planning a romantic garden party or saying “I do” under the summer sun, pastels show up with a modern edge that feels equal parts cool and romantic. We’re talking creamy butter yellows, misty ocean blues, and that perfect ballet pink that flatters every floral moment. Griffin’s Floral Designs is serving up the top trending tones everyone’s loving right now, plus the flowers that naturally wear each shade with class and style.
Butter Yellow
Butter yellow is quietly stealing hearts with its soft, creamy, and warm look that feels like golden hour. It’s the color of fresh lemon curd, a morning sunbeam streaming through a window, and chilly days wrapped in your favorite cozy cardigan. Basically, it’s peak cottagecore with a pastel twist. You’ll find this sweet shade blooming in daffodils, ranunculus, stock, and tulips — each one bringing a little bit of glow wherever it lands.
Matcha Green
Earthy, airy, and effortlessly cool — matcha green is taking over morning beverages, fashion, and event florals. This soft sage-meets-pistachio tone brings a sense of calm that feels like a deep breath in the middle of a busy wedding day. It’s the color of hot matcha on the porch, fresh eucalyptus hanging in the shower, and dewy moss on a woodland walk. For your big soiree, think textural greens like silver dollar eucalyptus and soft ferns, paired with delicate green orchids, pale hydrangea, and creamy ivory roses. It’s a pastel palette rooted in nature, with just enough polish to feel fresh and elevated.
Lovely Lavender
There’s something about lavender that is so serene and high-key magical. While the flowering plant itself makes a charming accent, fuller, more dramatic stems blooming in this gentle purple shade truly steal the show. Picture ruffled roses, voluminous football mums, and spiky spider mums in soft lavender tones. Layer in alstroemeria, pom daisies, and classic carnations for a lilac look that feels romantic and refreshingly modern.
Seaside Blue
This pastel is for anyone who dreams in tides and twilight. Seaside blue channels that breezy, coastal energy — part Atlantic salt air, part vintage Polaroids from summers spent barefoot and sun-kissed. Blue hydrangeas are the go-to flower, but the vibe gets even dreamier with airy delphinium, blue thistle, and soft dusty miller. It’s the kind of colorway that is effortless and nostalgic. Perfect for nautical romantics, dockside “I do’s,” and anyone who’d rather be in a beach town all year long.
Ballet Pink
Delicate, dreamy, and forever in style — ballet pink is the pastel that never misses. It’s all poise and poetry, like silk ribbons, blush tulle, and graceful beauty. This shade is a favorite for timeless wedding palettes and modern mixes alike. Pastel pink flowers are iconic, like lush garden roses, spray roses, ranunculus, peonies, snapdragons, and even Gerbera daisies. To really round out the romance, pair ballet pink with soft peach, creamy ivory, or even a whisper of lavender. It’s giving refined softness with range.
Whether you’re leaning into an all-out dreamy aesthetic or just adding a whisper of color for balance, pastel blooms bring an intentional softness. These trending tones are timeless without trying too hard. To build your perfect palette, the pros at Griffin’s Floral Designs are here to help you mix, match, and create something stunning for your wedding or special event.
