Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2026 is here—and it’s a dream for waterfront weddings. Meet Cloud Dancer, a soft, serene white that feels effortlessly elegant against the natural beauty of Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

If you’re anything like me, you’ve got 37 screenshots of color palettes saved on your phone… and zero clue which one to commit to. Been there.

As a Maryland-based wedding planner, I’m seeing some really exciting shifts in how couples are choosing to celebrate—think: more meaning, less fluff, and a whole lot more personality!