7 Latest Trends in Wedding Themes to Consider

If you’re planning a wedding right now, rejoice! We may just be in the golden era of weddings.

Gone are the days of rigidly adhering to the “rules,” and we couldn’t be happier.

What was starting to feel like the same old same old (because it was) has been replaced. Giving couples free rein to inject a little personality – something unexpected, but oh, so them – into their big day.

Guests get a memorable experience, incorporating the best of the old, blended with something new. Elements the couple loves are borrowed, and yes, there’s room for something blue – but only if they want it.

If you’re curious about the latest trends in wedding themes – and why we think this is the golden era of weddings – you’re in for a real treat.

These are some of our favorite ones:

Unexpected Venues

Traditional venues include churches and event spaces dedicated to weddings and gatherings.

Nothing wrong with either of these, but if you’re looking for something different, there are plenty of alternatives.

Treat your guests to an otherworldly experience they’ll never forget, and get married in a cave. There’s something so special about these naturally occurring wonders, and the vibe is so astounding, you really don’t have to do much in the way of décor.

You can get married in theaters, ships, at the zoo, or in a bowling alley.

One way to choose a venue is to think of the way you want your guests to feel. Do you want to charm them with low key vibes and a whole lotta fun?
Or would you rather sweep them off their feet and treat them to an experience they never saw coming?

There’s no right or wrong, it’s completely up to you.

Embrace Color

Remember when wedding colors seemed to mimic the pastels shades commonly associated with Easter? Not anymore. Couples are embracing bold rich colors, including fluorescent. Color is synonymous with celebrating, after all. Go all out, or stick to a few colors that pop.

Weddings with a maximalist theme embrace both color and pattern, creating a visually appealing and stimulating environment.

Monochromatic

Another hot theme is the monochromatic look. This is achieved by choosing a color, and sticking to shades within that color. The effect is cohesive, intentional, minimal, and chic.

Picture this: your bridesmaids all in the same style dress, in a different shade. How incredible would it look if they formed a line, from darkest to lightest with you in the middle? If you’re unsure how to get this look, boutiques like Bella Bridesmaids let you choose from hundreds of styles, and almost as many colors.

Do it Your Way

What’s not to love about a trend that implores you to be an individual?

This includes everything from mixing up the order of events, or creating your own tradition. For example, why not have a quick ceremony during the reception? Imagine the tinkling of all those Vintage Champagnes flutes after, “I do?”

You can do it your way by swapping out traditional bridesmaid dresses with jumpsuits instead.

Your way expands beyond the program, the venue and décor. Keep the traditions you like, and combine them with something unique.

Tell Your Guests How to Dress

This trend is especially fun if you’re going all out with a theme, such as “Western” or “1920s Speakeasy.

For added elegance, consider hosting a Champagne Awards night, where guests dress to impress and celebrate with bubbly.

You can also ask your guests to all wear a certain color.

You can request that they come dressed as their favorite movie character.

The anticipation this creates makes it all a little more exciting, for both your guests and you.

A New Perspective in Wedding

Ask your photographer if they take drone footage. This offers a different perspective of the wedding party: a group shot taken from above.

Some couples create personal hashtags and encourage guests to share their snaps. Some couples livestream their big day, so that those who aren’t able to physically attend can enjoy the festivities from afar.

Instamatic cameras are an excellent way to capture candid shots, and have fun little keepsakes to remind you how special it all was. This is a day you’ll want to remember forever.

Unexpected Entertainment in Wedding

Music is tried and true, and will never go out of style. A lively dance floor is proof that guests are having a blast.

But why stop there? To nix the excuses and make sure everyone dances, some couples are including a 30-minute dance class at the beginning of the reception to encourage people to at least dip their toe in the dance floor.

Other forms of alternative entertainment could be hiring a sketch artist – to either sketch the guests themselves, or create little vignettes of the event.

Booking a comedian is another fun way to liven up the party. Or if you’re celebrating outdoors, why not include some lawn games? Or a bonfire…done responsibly and with permission of course.

Conclusion:

We hope this gives you some inspo and serves to drive home the reality that the latest trend in weddings center around you.

This means you’re free to celebrate in ways that are personally meaningful, and get to share all that with the people you love! If that doesn’t constitute a golden era, we don’t know what does.