Summer Wedding Trends: What's In & What's Out
This summer’s heating up and so are the latest wedding trends. We’re welcoming sunshine and warmer weather by forecasting the latest design fads and letting you in on what’s HOT and what’s not this upcoming season. Tap into modern takes on tradition and expressive designs with this list of ideas, to either embrace or avoid, that we’ve hand picked from our professional point of view.
What’s in:
Wedding Weekends
This summer, everything is bigger and better - including weekend festivities. Say goodbye to a single night of celebration and hello to a multi-night experience, fit with welcoming dinners, farewell luncheons, and other precious milestones in between. Couples are choosing to soak in the occasion and take advantage of the time they get to highlight their love, with the ones they love, before saying “I do” and sailing away onto their honeymoon. For the couples choosing to tie the knot in a destination other than their own, these wild weekend activities are perfect for entertaining guests and making memories that will last a lifetime.
Over-the-top Designs
We all know the common phrase that “less is more”, but that just might not be the case when it comes to this year’s summer wedding designs. We’re seeing maximalist approaches take over the seasonal spotlight, as couples look to fully capture their vibrant personalities and unique styles. So, whether you’re having a large celebration or intimate ceremony, don’t be afraid to push the boundaries and explore out-of-the-box concepts that make your day stand out from the rest. Afterall, your love story is one-of-a-kind and your event should be, too.
Bold & Bright Color Palettes
Don’t get us wrong, we love a monochromatic moment, but eye-catching colors are showing up to be all the rage this season. From florals to bridal party attire, couples are embracing this trend by including fun patterns and playful palettes into their designs - and we’re loving it! Bold elements help to give a bright, fresh approach to your event and can quickly spice up any space, no matter the venue. Whether you’re opting for an indoor ceremony or tented reception, take a chance on color this summer, you won’t regret it.
What’s Out:
Traditional Attire
Let’s face it, your bridesmaids and groomsmen deserve to feel just as confident as you, when making their way down the aisle. While tradition has often preferred a clean and uniformed appearance, offering your bridal party some autonomy to choose a look that fits them best is coming back in style. If you aren’t comfortable with the mix-and-match approach, explore guidelines that give those closest to you some freedom to choose, while ensuring that a level of cohesion between all members is maintained. Defining shade ranges and/or specific styles preferences can help lead your party in the right direction and leave everyone feeling satisfied with their choice.
Unimaginative Tablescapes
Life’s too short to not have a show stopping tablescape. Let your guest be accompanied by fresh flowers, custom stationary, and beautiful tableware as they welcome you into this new phase of love. Stretch the bounds of your comfort zone by using a combination of mixed materials, fabrics, and textures to achieve elegant styled looks that will stun your guests, in the best way possible.
DIY Projects
It’s your day - you shouldn’t have to do it all on your own. While DIY projects can be a great source of fun, working with credible professionals is necessary when planning the biggest event of your life. Lighten the load by collaborating with some of the industry’s finest experts that know how to perfectly fit all of the pieces of the puzzle together, without worry.
At Allison Event Design, we believe in building relationships, not just events. Our job is to guide you, on every step of your journey, so that you can achieve a day (or weekend) that echoes your personality and dreams.
To learn more about planning a summer wedding, contact us here.
