The most recent wedding trends
Sustainability has been a massive focus for wedding planning over the last few years, and 2023 looks to continue this eco-friendly trend. Alongside pre-loved or rented suits and biodegradable decor, new trends for the next year look to include bold colours, retro themes and a surge of brides breaking the mould with bright and unconventional dresses.
Let's take a look at the most recent wedding trends, as well as some fun ways to make them your own.
Retro
Naked cakes have been popular for a while now, but this year sets to bring back the popularity of retro or kitsch cakes. These fun, colourful and delicious cakes typically feature piped buttercream icing and glacier cherries, raspberries or strawberries. Perfect for brides who love the vintage look, these maximalist cakes are a great statement piece for your retro themed wedding.
Continuing the vintage vibe, bright, metallic streamers and disco balls that can really make your engagement ring sparkle are making a comeback. 1950s dresses and velvet blazers or tuxedos complement this fun theme perfectly. Look for authentically vintage items in thrift stores or treat yourself to a vintage-inspired wedding dress for a truly retro theme. Some styles can even be worn time and time again, which also makes them a very sustainable choice.
Sustainability
Again, sustainability remains a leading trend for 2023. Ethereal colour palettes of neutral and pastel tones, minimalist decor, and wildflowers are ever-beautiful and create a lovely atmosphere for a romantic and eco-conscious wedding.
Consider sustainably sourced and biodegradable bamboo plates and tables set with linen cloths and locally sourced, seasonal flowers. Pampas grass makes a lovely arrangement to frame your aisle and doorways, and don't forget to stock up on biodegradable flower petal confetti.
Due to the longevity and timeless nature of the sustainability trend, there are plenty of readily available options and easy switches you can make when it comes to decor, attire and cuisine for your wedding.
Unconventional wedding dresses
With diversity at the forefront of all trends and viral content, wedding attire can be anything you want it to be in 2023. More and more people are opting for bright colours, jumpsuits and even day dresses to maximise the individuality and comfort of their wedding day. Magenta is looking to make a solid comeback this year, with tropical colours leading the way over the classic white wedding dress. Such bold and fun colours are sure to make your engagement and wedding rings pop.
A trend that can save you money and arguments is the theme of mismatched bridesmaid dresses, which are booming lately. It’s so hard to please everyone with one dress colour and style as everyone has their own shape, style and taste. With mismatched bridesmaid dresses, you can choose to have matching styles in different colours, or vice versa, or even have each bridesmaid in their own dress or outfit entirely. Adding matching bouquets or hairpieces can be enough to tie everyone together and create a fun theme.
Fun and unique
Overall, the trends for weddings are moving toward fun, bold colours with strong retro vibes. Fortunately, the rising demand for sustainable alternatives is making it easier than ever for eco-conscious couples to host an environmentally friendly celebration. Of course, when planning your wedding be sure to incorporate the trends and elements that resonate most with you and your partner to have a personal, perfect wedding.