Top Wedding Trends of 2021
Let’s take a look at the most popular 2021 wedding trends, what we see happening more often and what new looks that will be coming out this year. We’ve put a couple ‘must haves’ together for you!
The Welcome Box
As soon as your guests arrive, wouldn’t it be nice to offer a personal touch just to show your loved ones that you care about them on your wedding day? A welcome kit filled with a wedding favor, personalized hand sanitizers, masks or even a program of your event. This allows your guests to unbox something as they arrive and being welcomed in a personalized way is such a nice touch.
Tents and Lighting
Outdoor weddings and lighting are becoming a big interest in 2021 and can bring a romantic and airy ambiance to your wedding day. After the sun goes down, you want to add lighting that will set the tone and mood for your evening. They have also become a trend as they provide your guests and vendors a safe, outdoor environment. Start thinking outside of the box as there are so many different ways you can add a touch of light outside at night! You can easily pull off a beautiful, outdoor, light filled wedding night here at Orchard View!
Colour Trends
Colour is the new white – or so they say. Lively colour palettes and prints are booming in the wedding industry this year taking us back to the 90’s. Couples are diving into fresh, floral-driven and unusual colour schemes and incorporating all sorts of colours into their décor, wedding accessories and foods. We can’t wait to see all of the bright colours come together this summer!
Champagne Toast
Speeches are a must at weddings, why not give your guests something fabulous to sip on and toast with during them! Celebration Champagne has become a big hit at weddings this year, and it is a nice way to thank your guests throughout your evening in a small way. If your budget can’t accommodate Champagne, speak to your venue about the sparkling wines they have to offer, they are usually less than half the cost, and often equally delicious!
Weekday Weddings
More couples are opting for a weekday wedding - and there’s a reason you should too…Even the most sought after, expensive venues have a weekday discount! So that venue of your dreams just may well be within your reach after all.
Don’t forget - with so many people working flex hours nowadays, you might be surprised at your guests availability on a Wednesday afternoon!
Furniture/Floor plans
With smaller guest counts for weddings these days, it leaves couples more room to splurge in cozy living room décor such as couches, fancy tables and plush pillows that help translate the beautiful outdoors. Creating comfortable chairs and lounge seating offers comfort and warmth and the right design can do that. Your guests will find themselves sitting for longer periods of time so choose the right comfort for them!
Mini Treats
Personalized plates or “Canape Palettes” have become increasingly popular and include anything from a charcuterie board for one, a single serving grazing board or even a to go box. Couples are finding safe ways to celebrate with their loved one’s while being creative and inventive with cocktail hour themes to be served individually to their guests. Get creative with food and beverage to add a little thrill and “wow” for your guests
Remember, these are just some of the ideas out there - your event specialist, venue, planner, friends and family all have tons of ideas too, but after all, it’s Your Wedding, Your Way! So keep calm enjoy the process, and do what feels right to you!
Until Next Week!
