The Past, Present and Future of Wedding Trends

Five years ago chocolate brown paired with pastel colors was all the rage. Décor was pretty minimal with accents of monogrammed items. Centerpieces were simple, typically featuring floating candles and submerged flowers. Brides were wearing a-line ball gown silhouettes with elaborate beading and skirts full of pick-ups.

Thanks to popular wedding magazines, blogs and planning websites (hello, pinterest?!) brides are finding it easier and more accessible to create more stylish, personal weddings. Currently the hot color is gray, in any shade. Vintage is the hot style word and brides are mixing vintage elements with modern ones to achieve the styled wedding look we are seeing everywhere. Food being served at weddings is also taking a personal turn with Indian inspired cuisine, family style Mexican and upscale Italian topping the trend currently. Food trucks as well as comforting late night snacks are also making quite the appearance. The traditional multi-tiered cake has been replaced with dessert bars featuring bite size treats such as mini-pies, cupcakes, macaroons and milkshake shots. Thanks to the royal wedding, lace is all the rage when it comes to wedding dress trends which is ideal for brides looking to keep a vintage feel to their wedding.

Wedding trends of the future look bright with unexpected color palettes and unique patterns. The current popular vintage look will slowly be replaced with events centering on unique floral design details such as hanging centerpieces and one-of-a-kind vases. Cakes will be making a comeback as a décor element and focal point with multiple textures, patterns and materials. Food is going to be a dominant part of the reception. Watch out for entertainment-style catering, mixologists, food stations and table side cooking. Future brides will be making their walk down the aisle in a sleek, modern silhouette with versatile dresses that can be worn one way for the ceremony and a different way for the reception gaining in popularity.

 

Do you see a different wedding trend emerging? Have a current trend I didn't cover? Please be sure to let us know by leaving a comment below!