I think navy is perhaps the most perfect summer neutral. I really start to fall in love with it each season as the Fourth of July approaches (can you believe it’s next week!?) and the red, white and blue starts to make its appearance. Navy can be adapted for so many summer wedding styles: preppy, classic, nautical and Americana. It lends itself well to stationery, as it looks great in stripes or as the backdrop for fine white calligraphy. Here’s a few navy ideas that span its versatility, with a subtle nod to the Fourth, too. —Kelly

Photo by Jen Huang Photography, Escort Cards by Mélangerie Inc. via Style Me Pretty

Photo by Jen Huang Photography, Place Cards by Mélangerie Inc. via Style Me Pretty (left), Photo by Katelyn James Photography, Ceremony Program by Tucker Francis via Grey Likes Weddings (right)

Photo by Jen Huang Photography, Pennant Flags by Mélangerie Inc. via Style Me Pretty

Photo by Mandy Mayberry via Ruffled (left), Photo by Kate Murphy Photography, Ceremony Program by Buchanan Ink via Elizabeth Anne Designs (right)

Photo by Annie McElwain, Menu by Posh Paperie via Green Wedding Shoes

Photos by Beaux Arts Photographie, Stationery by Lilly & Louise via Santa Barbara Chic

Photo by Jill Thomas via Green Wedding Shoes

Photo by Troy and Aimee Grover, Flags by Papermade Designs via Grey Likes Weddings (left), Photo by M Three Studio via Elizabeth Anne Designs (right)

Photo by Troy and Aimee Grover, Escort Cards by Papermade Designs via Grey Likes Weddings

Photo by Kristyn Hogan via Wedding Chicks (left), Photo by Heather Roth Fine Art Photography, Table Number by Ten Four Paper via Elizabeth Anne Designs (right)

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