Wedding trends to watch in 2015
Top 5 wedding trends to keep in mind if you are planning a wedding in 2015
"The emphasis lies on ceremonies and receptions that reflect the individualism of a couple, their style, tastes and personal preferences"
There's a
strong spirit of individualism in the air in 2015, with couples keen on
infusing their ceremonies and receptions with their own personality.The emphasis lies on ceremonies and receptions
that reflect the individualism of a couple, their style, tastes and personal
preferences. “Couples want to communicate who they are”, writes Deborah Witt
for Bridal Guide. “They, of course
want their wedding to be elegant & magical and still very fun for their
guests. But they also want all of the details to reflect who they are as a
couple. The result is a wedding that feels very personal & unique”. She
continues. But how
does one bring all of this individuality together? In the details of course.
1.
British elegance.
This
stylish design brings to mind afternoon tea and garden parties. For this look,
dining al fresco is a popular choice. Tables are often uncovered or simply
adorned with a vintage lace cloth. Lush garlands get turned into runners and
loosely styled floral centerpieces hang from above.
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2.
Flowers & greenery.
Brides & designers alike continue to use, English
roses, peonies, hydrangeas, dahlias as their go-to favourites. Bridal Guide
says this is because "They're dramatic, they're romantic and
they're versatile, so they look perfect whether you're planning a traditional
affair or something more relaxed.”
Greenery
is also a big trend for 2015. Herbs like rosemary and mint, lemon leaf,
magnolia leaf, ivy, smilax and maidenhair fern are being strung together and
used in surprising ways — as table runners or chair swags, to frame cocktail
menus, to redefine tent ceilings or to give chandeliers a soft edge.
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3.
Photography
More and more couples take the time and money to get
professional engagement photo shoots
done. In 2015 invitations and save-the-dates that feature photography is big
news. Anything from formal portraits to action shots in quirky set-ups
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Although photo booths continue as a big wedding
trend in 2015 it gets an interesting, artistic twist with couples hiring an
onsite silhouette artists. Guests can pose for a short sitting and leave with a
very personal memento.
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4.
Food & drinks
Tasting and drinking stations is the big food trend
for 2015. This clever way of providing food and drink allows couples, yet again,
to see their own personal tastes, in small manageable portions (and without
breaking their budget). From
oyster shucking stations, mac 'n cheese bars to wine and craft beer samplings.
The emphasis is on the couple and what they like.
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Guest favours also continue to be food related. Not just mini-jars of jam, but food kits —
boxes stuffed with all the fixings for a yummy late-night snack or a
morning-after brunch.
5.
The
wedding cake
Tempting-to-touch texture,
especially, ruffled and tulle looks will be very important for cakes in 2015.
Lace patterns, pleats, and textured buttercream frosting also remain strong
trends for brides going for a vintage or soft, romantic feel. For a modern
wedding, the texture might be a three-dimensional lattice, herringbone or other
geometric pattern. Another tactile approach is to have your designer roll out
black fondant and hand-paint it to look like a chalkboard. Couples
are choosing cake flavours that are rooted in their hometowns or family
heritage, where they began dating or a favourite destination. Think Honey
lavender, coconut, and zucchini lime or even, caramel apple cider.
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| Photo Credits: Left, Tess Pace. Right, Abby Rose. |
