Trends inspire creativity and supply novelty to the traditional methods of doing things, and weddings are no exception. Brides love to take a trend and give it their spin. Incorporating trends into elements makes the wedding more fun and memorable for the guests. Each turn of season brings with it fresh and exciting new trends. If you’re tying the knot this summer, here are some interesting rising trends that you want to look into:
Professional Stylists
The way couples approach wardrobe curation is changing. The trend of hiring wedding stylists is gaining momentum. You too can take advantage of a professional stylist’s creative vision and expertise. Although this decision may increase costs, it will take quite a bit of burden off your shoulders, prevent fashion faux pas, and ensure your wardrobe has a distinctive aesthetic. Since you and your partner will have a lot of planning and preparation to do before the wedding, you may not be able to dedicate as much time to wardrobe curation as you would prefer. Delegate the task to a stylist with trend expertise who can pay attention to the finer details and keep your looks fresh and contemporary. Related Reading: How to Plan a Beautiful Wedding
Customized or Distinctive Accessories
The trend of personalizing accessories is getting more prominent and popular, and there are multiple reasons why. It allows couples to get creative and portray their unique style. There are so many ways to upgrade your accessories through customization. You can use the accessories to tie up and reinforce the theme and color scheme of the wedding. Another option is to give out accessories with subtle personalization as wedding souvenirs. This way you will also be creating lasting mementos of your wedding day.
You could get the jewelry you and your partner intend to wear, such as rings and cufflinks, engraved with meaningful symbols, the date, or initials. Or, get your shoes embroidered or painted with the blooms selected to adorn your wedding venue, or with elements from your theme. From pocket squares to clutches and hairpieces, there’s plenty of scope if you decide to go with customization. If you do opt to customize, get the local artisans to do it for you with eco-friendly materials. This way, you get one-of-a-kind or uncommon stuff and the satisfaction of doing your little bit for the planet.
If you don’t have the time for customization, you have the option of adding a unique flair to your wedding attire through unique ready accessories, such as bohemian barefoot sandals, shell jewelry, or stylish earplugs.
Monochromatic Blooms
This may be a trend, but the monochromatic color scheme has a timeless appeal. With monochromatic blooms, you can create a refined and visually cohesive aesthetic for your special day.
Under this trend, couples use flowers of a single hue or varying shades of the same color. With the color difference out of the way, the attention shifts to the shapes and textures of the blooms.
Monochromatic does not mean boring; there’s much you can do with a bit of creativity. Use different shades of the same hue to create ombre floral arches. Vary the heights and types of flowers to create stunning centerpieces. Extend the scheme to your bouquet and even the flowers in your hair, and match the other elements such as ribbons and candles to the blooms to reinforce the monochromatic scheme and enhance the visual harmony.
Innovative Menu Options or Food Stations
Food forms a major part of the wedding experience for guests, so it’s no surprise that there are always new trends that revolve around food. One of the trends still going strong is the use of fresh local seasonal produce for delicious and nutritious menu options. You can create a stunning, natural aesthetic by using fresh seasonal food for table decor. Create an inviting and sensory-rich experience for your guests with edible centerpieces such as elaborate fruit baskets, citrus arrangements, or carved summer vegetables.
Nautical themes, beach weddings, and summers just go together so well. That’s also probably why marine food options are trending. You could go for a full-fledged seafood display or opt for the convenience and comfort of lobster rolls; the choices are endless. Gourmet food stations such as sushi bars, barbecues, slider stations, and taco bars are also quite popular. Interactive or DIY(Do-it-yourself) food stations allow guests to get creative with their food choices and may be the best option for picky guests. Multiple food stations may reduce the waiting times and increase enjoyment.
Poolside After-Parties
Summer is the season for parties and the trend of well-planned after-parties helps extend the wedding festivities. After-parties this year mostly won’t be spontaneous or semi-coordinated; rather, they will be bigger and better with different dress codes and themes. Keep the celebration going with a trendy poolside after-party with an interesting theme such as sunset splash, tropical oasis, or island escape. After a formal reception, a poolside after-party offers the perfect laid-back ambiance for you and your guests to unwind and let loose. The poolside setting is quite refreshing in the warm weather and makes for some stunning photographs.
If you opt for a poolside venue for the reception, you can continue with the after-party there. Just pivot the guest experience with actions such as switching outfits, changing the music, and replacing the refreshments. This move may prove more cost-effective, and your loved ones may enjoy the after-party more due to the familiarity of the setting.
Wrapping Up
Add fun elements to your wedding with your take on one of these trends. Trends allow creative expression, increase engagement and may make decisions easier. However, if you find that a trend doesn’t resonate with your style, feel free to skip it. Adopt a trend only if it feels right for you, aligns with your vision, and multiplies your joy.
