Flowers That Complement Gold

Blue Geraniums

• Blue and gold are commonly associated with sporting ceremonies and events. Blue ribbons symbolize first place and gold medals are handed out to number one athletes. Flower arrangements with blue blood hardy geraniums or blue forget me not perennials complement a table with gold tableware or tablecloths. Place a fanned arrangement in a gold vase for the centerpiece with a sapphire ribbon around the center for a sports banquet.

Purple Tulips

• Purple tulips come in a wide variety of shades that complement gold's rich color. Purple is often associated with royalty and symbolizes power and luxury. Like gold, purple is used to imply extravagance and wealth. Light purple flowers, such as lavender tulips, evoke a feeling of romance. Purple emphasizes the glamor and nostalgic associations of gold. Plant purple tulips around a gold garden statue or pair them with gold-dipped flowers or gold ribbon to decorate a wedding hall. To complement a gold interior accent wall, place royal purple tulips on a table against the wall to add energy and vibrancy to the space.

Red Roses

• Red and gold is a show-stopping bold color combination. Red roses paired with gold fabric create a lush, emotionally charged environment. With red and gold as your primary colors, you may want to stick with neutral colors for any other design elements to avoid making a space look too busy. Red roses complement gold's metallic qualities and evoke a sense of love, passion and strength. In autumn, red brings out the joys of the harvest when paired with a toned-down gold that may resemble wheat. Around the holidays, red and gold are a classic combination that celebrates the glittering lights and warmth of the season. Add red roses to an arrangement of gold-sprayed pine cones or complete an elegant table setting with gold cloth and red roses.