As a wedding photographer I am slightly amused by the Top 10 Wedding Trends of 2010 lists that have been popping up on the web lately. There are a ton of them out there and each day my Google Alerts tell me about more trends that newly engaged couples should consider. Therefore, I thought I would compile a list of the common...and no so common trends being posted on the web.
Trend #1
This is my trend to you, if you are planning your wedding feel free to take inspiration from upcoming trends, but always be true to yourself. If you make your wedding personal to you and your fiance, then you will always look back on the wedding photos and memories fondly and never say..."Wow! What was I thinking!"
Most Popular Trends
Eco-Friendly Favors: These can range from seeds that people can plant in their yard to tea leaves to anything bamboo created.
Backyard Weddings: Cozy settings of backyards with personal DIY touches and close friends and family members.
Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses: The bride picks the color and the bridesmaids pick the style and shoes.
Groom Cakes: For anyone who is addicted to the Food Network as I am, you have seen the amazing cakes that they make and grooms are hopping on board for personal and unique cakes just for them!
Wedding Photo Booths at the Reception: This can be handled one of two ways. One, you can rent a photo booth for the reception. Two, you can talk with your wedding photographer and set up a photo booth area for the second photographer to take fun pictures of your guests!
Buttercream Frosting: My mouth is just watering thinking of that! Instead of fondant, buttercream! If you haven't tasted buttercream frosting and filling get yourself to a cake store and do some tastings in the name of your engagement!!! (It was one of my favorite parts of being engaged!)
Color: Adding vibrant colors into the wedding and reception.
HD Videos: Get your weddings on Blu-Ray now.
Strapless Wedding Gowns: Enough said.
Other Trends
Bird Cage Veils: These veils are inspired from old Hollywood and give a spin on a traditional veil.
Feathers: On the veil, feathers can add a unique touch...think Sex and the City the Movie.
Videos at the Reception: Videos of photos from the couples childhood, engagement, and trips they have taken set to music.
Mix of DJ and a Band: To get the best of both worlds couples are mixing these two together to keep their guest dancing all night.
Photo Engagement Guest Books: Couples are using their engagement photos to create memorable guest books.
Landscape Centerpieces: Add drama and impact with centerpieces that can later be planted in your backyard.
The Color Red: Add punch to your reception and ceremony by incorporating red into bridesmaid dresses, table linens, cake, and centerpieces.
Now there are several other trends floating around out there that would take all year to compile, but these are the most popular and some that have even shown up on a couple of lists. If you have more trends or want to share your own, feel free to post in the comment section!
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