2015 Wedding Trends
Here’s The Big List!
THE 2015 BRIDE
- Wants a Very Personal and Unique Experience
- She has a Strong Spirit of Individualism
COLOUR TRENDS
- Sherbet Colors soft pastels, blush, pale blue, pale yellow, light green
- Bright “Carnival” Colors of Reds, Oranges, Yellows, Pinks, Green, Marsala
- Masala is Pantone’s color of the year. A muted burgundy, classic, easy to mix with
BOHEMIAN Bride
- Think bright colors, suedes, silks, lace, crochet, watercolor elements, hand-crafted touches, wildflowers, festoon lights, backyards and fields, ferns, grasses, moss, feathers, metals, antlers, teepees, barefoot ceremony
MODERN LUXE Bride
- Marsala, Gold, Emerald, Dark Blue
- Eclectic Elegant Tablescapes
- Geometric Place Settings
- Champagne Towers
- Multitier Cakes
- Dramatic Entrances
MINIMALISTIC Bride
- Silhouettes, sheaths and slip dresses.
- Matte skin, flushed cheeks, soft peachy pink lips and sleek hair.
- Neutral and earthy tones, wooden furniture, natural fabrics, succulents.
VINTAGE AND RUSTIC Bride
- Alive and Well. We’ve had 5 years of this already.
- The new aspect is British garden tea party reception with scones and jam.
RINGS
- Women: Floral accents, bows, double halo, mixed metals, art deco, horizontal “east-west” setting, twisted bands, colorful diamonds and gems, splashy side views, split shank, rose gold
- Men: Decked with Diamonds, Dome Shape, Black Onyx, Open Cuff, and Gold Rings with colored stones
WEDDING DRESSES
- Some Skin Showing – Angelina Leg Slit, Sexy Low Back, Crop Tops & Cutouts,
- Plunging Necklines
- Naked lace (lace set on a nude underlay)
- Off-the-shoulder necklines
- Airy Ball Gowns – lighter with tulle
- Polka and Swiss dots
- Collars and capes
- Two dresses in one
- Pockets
MENSWEAR
- Vintage Inspired, Loose Suits
- Brit-Inspired Tweed Suits
- Colorful Accessories, bow ties, socks
BRIDESMAIDS
- Floral and Watercolor Patterns emerging
- Sequins
- Lace
- Length: Long and short
- Colors: Neutrals, pastels and rich tones of green, blue, red
- Maid of Honour has her own color separate from the bridesmaids
- Mix and Match Continues
HAIR & MAKEUP
- Messy Bun, Chignon, Top Knot Long Twisted Ponytail
- Accent Braids
- Intricate Head Jewelry instead of a veil
- Bits of Baby’s Breath throughout the hair
- Metallic Eyes
- Bright Lips and Neutral Lipsticks
STATIONARY
- Photography of the couple used on invitations
- Tone-on-tone printing
- Pale shades, such as brushed gold, blush, champagne and pewter
- Tied up with ribbon, leather rope, baker’s twine, dried flowers, studded with crystals
- Textured paper, embroidered, laser cut outs
TECHNOLOGY
- Go Pros, Selfie Sticks, Drones to capture amazing scenery
- No Technology- Guests asked to Unplug
PHOTOGRAPHY
- More pre-photos/1st looks prior to ceremony
- Fun Props such as the “Love Ball” playing around – highly photogenic
- Traditional Southern Bridal Portraits are going mainstream-emerging trend
- Going Out of Style – Trash the Dress
FLORAL
- “Fresh from the Garden” style flowers mixed with berries, fruit, acorns
- Cascading Bridal Bouquets and trailing ribbons
- Mini Flower Crowns for flower girls
- Hanging Florals- strings of flowers, floral chandeliers
- Potted Trees for Aisle Markers
- Flower Monograms
- Baby’s Breath as accents rather than heavy usage
DECOR
- Copper, Bronze, Rose Gold, Gold Accents, Galvanized Tin, Concrete
- Floral Print Tablecloths emerging
- Sophisticated Polka Dots
- Globe Lights Strings, Edison Bulbs
- Faux Garlands
- Old Wood Ladders and wood stacked boxes, wood serving trays, pastel painted wood rounds
- Chalk Paint Mason Jars get mixed with Metallic accents
- Vintage Trucks and Flatbed Trailers
- “Love” and other words
- Birds and Birdcages with Baby’s Breath
- Benches and Long Wood Tables without tablecloths
- Photos Everywhere – see our story
- Mismatched chairs, vintage dressers
FOOD
- Cocktail Hour Food Stations – mac ’n cheese bars, to make-it-your-own taco stands
- Carnival Concessions Equipment – Ice Cream Carts
- Late-Night Snacks-Pizza, Grilled Cheese, Waffle Bars, Donut Holes
CAKES
- Naked Cake Update: Layered Crepe/Pancakes with berries on top,
- Traditional tiered
- Mini Cutting Cake for Bride & Groom
- Waffle Cakes with Bride and Groom Pouring Syrup
- Watercolor Painted Washes
DRINKS
- Craft Beer Selections and wine rather than open bars
- Mason Jars
- Champagne toast with blackberries
CEREMONY
- Alternative to arches-rock and flower circles, trees & hanging décor
- Ring Bearers – Falcons from the “Birds of Prey” Centre
- Guest Toss Table – pick what you want to do for Recessional
- Mixed furniture of couches and chairs for ceremony seating
- Pictures of the bride and groom growing up – attached to chairs along the aisle
DINNER
- Locally sourced and seasonal
- Vintage Mismatched painted wood chairs for head table
ENTERTAINMENT
- Kissing Menu Cards: Singing, dancing, storytelling, answering questions, demonstrating a kiss, marriage advice, sentimental toast
- “Ring for a Kiss”, or “Donate To a Cause” for a Kiss
- Selfie Stations
- Wedding Piñatas
- Temporary Tattoos
MUSIC
- Updated versions of wedding classics, Go Back to The 70’s Bands (Yacht Rock)
