Three Current Wedding Trends and How to Implement Them Into Your Design
Each new wedding year brings fresh trends that inspire couples to create unique and memorable experiences for both themselves and their guests. From innovative decor to personalized touches, the world of wedding design is ever-evolving! In this blog, we’re going to explore three of our favorite wedding trends that are captivating the hearts of couples- whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand affair, these trends will provide you with the inspiration to infuse your wedding with style and personality.
1. Handwritten Elements
Incorporating handwritten elements, such as stationery and signage, adds a personal touch to your wedding design. They can exude a sense of elegant craftsmanship and will make your day feel extra special! Here are a few tips to help you implement this charming detail-
Define Your Style: Before you start, decide on the overall style of your wedding. Handwritten elements can range from playful and modern, to vintage and chic. Knowing your style will help guide your choices in materials, fonts, and layouts.
Assemble Your Team: Not an expert calligrapher? Don’t worry- most of us aren’t! Enlist the help of talented friends, family, or professionals. Pinterest and Etsy are great places to start! Having a team can make the process more enjoyable and efficient. If you have a wedding planner, they can coordinate these details to ensure everything aligns with your overall design.
How to Implement:
- Invitations and Stationery: Personalize invitations with handwritten names and addresses. Hire a calligrapher or use a high-quality calligraphy pen set to DIY.
- Welcome Signs: Give your guests a thoughtful welcome with a beautifully handwritten welcome sign at the entrance of your venue. Use elegant calligraphy on a fabric or acrylic sign!
- Seating Charts and Place Cards: The possibilities are endless! Hire a calligrapher and give your guests an a stunning guide to their seats. Sea shells, butterflies, linen, watercolor paper, etc.
- Signage overall is the most fun way to incorporate these handwritten trends, but other ways could include decals, cocktail napkins, etc!
2. Scalloped Everything!
One of the latest trends in not only the world of weddings, but fashion and interior design, is the use of scalloped elements. These charming, curved details add a unique blend of elegance and versatility. Their ability to enhance various aspects of wedding decor, coupled with their romantic and sophisticated appeal, makes them a popular choice for modern couples! They strike a balance between playfulness and sophistication, bringing a whimsical touch to the decor without compromising on elegance. They can be incorporated into many aspects of wedding design:
- Stationery: Invitations, save-the-dates, and menus with scalloped edges add a delicate and refined touch.
- Tableware: Scalloped chargers, plates, and napkins can enhance the table settings, creating a cohesive and stylish look.
- Decor: Scalloped fabrics and backdrops can be used to frame key areas such as a sweetheart table or photo booth.
- Bridal Attire and Accessories: Choose a wedding dress with scalloped lace details or add a scalloped veil. Bridesmaids’ dresses or their accessories can also feature scalloped designs! Don’t forget- there are plenty of opportunities to wear outfits that feature these elements during your engagment season!
3. Color Blocking
Eye catching, color blocking trends are making waves in the wedding industry! Color blocking is essentially adding several colors into a design, but keeping them separate from each other when used throughout the design. They can be applied to everything from décor and attire to stationery and floral arrangements. The key is to choose colors that stand out against each other while still creating a harmonious overall effect.
Choosing your Palette
- Bold and Bright: Opt for colors like fuchsia, mustard, bright or navy blues, coral, or emerald. These combinations are perfect for couples who want their wedding to be lively and vibrant.
- Pastel Pairings: For a softer take on color blocking, consider pastels like blush, powder blue, lavender, peach, or sage. These combinations offer a more romantic, dreamy feel.
- Monochrome with a Twist: Use shades of the same color family, such as different tones of green or pink!
How to Implement:
- Invitations and Stationery: Set the tone for your wedding with color-blocked paper goods! Incorporate these colors into your save-the-dates, RSVP cards, and wedding programs for a cohesive feel.
- Ceremony Décor: Create a striking ceremony backdrop using flowers, panels, or drapes from your color palette. Opt for colorful and playful seating, or add cusions/seat covers in your chosen colors.
- Reception Décor: Use tablecloths and napkins in different colors from your palette. Mix and match for a playful look or keep it uniform for a more polished look. Incorporate colorblocking in your floral arrangements- you can also use colored candles, glassware, and plates! Colored lighting can also enhance the ambiance of your reception space. Soft washes of color can tie the whole room together!
- Bridal Party: Dress bridesmaids in different solid colors that complement each other. This can create a vibrant and cohesive look without being too matchy-matchy! Groomsmen can incorporate color through ties, pocket squares, or socks.
- Accessories: The bride and groom can also get in on the trend. Consider a colorful accessories for the bride or a color-blocked tie for the groom.
- Wedding Cake: A color-blocked wedding cake can be a showstopper. Use fondant or icing to create bold blocks of color on each tier. If you’re opting for a dessert table, incorporate colorful macarons, cupcakes, and candies that match your palette.
Tips for a Cohesive Look
- Balance is Key: While color blocking is all about contrasts, maintaining a sense of balance is important! Distribute colors evenly across different elements and use neutrals like white, black, or metallics to help blend and ground your color scheme.
- Consistency: Stick to your chosen palette throughout all elements of your wedding to create a cohesive look! This includes stationery, décor, attire, and even small details like guest favors.
Are you newly engaged and don’t know where to start in your design or wedding planning process? We offer a Wedding Planning Session and Design Consulting service for couples not looking to invest in a full service wedding planner but need some guidance with the first few steps of wedding planning and need help bringing their wedding design to life.
