2010 Wedding Trend Predictions
Because of the recession people are getting a bit more resourceful with their wedding plans
. Suddenly wedding venues and hotels are out and marquees are in big-time. Placing a stylish tent in the back garden of a parents home is uber-chic and gives lots of opportunities to save money in other areas while creating a really unique wedding. Also, receptions in restaurants are trendy for 2010, its cheaper than a traditional reception venue and its less likely that any of your guests will have already been to a wedding there.
Multi-destination honeymoons are big in 2010: a week of activities, touring, sightseeing and city breaks, followed by a relaxing week at a beach resort or on a cruise. The perfect way to cram in all lifes big adventures before your babies come along!
More and more couples are paying for over 75% of their wedding themselves so the old-fashioned ideas of the last generation are right out of the window.
Eco-friendly weddings took a bit of a dip in 2009 when financial fears knocked peoples principles out of the window! But 2010 sees a re-emergence of green weddings. When done correctly it can save money: potted plants are cheaper than cut flowers, walking is cheaper than a vintage car
2010 offers wide v-neck bridal gowns and off the shoulder styles as a contrast to the strapless gowns of the last ten years. Its time to move on. Sheer fabric or lace overlays replace sequins and crystal detail, and extend into long trains.
Fancy favours are out for 2010, too frivolous for a recovering economy. Simple homemade treats, such as fudge or cookies will be popular instead.
Forget attention to detail, this/next year it is all about the core of the event,
well thought out timings and just one or two big design statements rather than lots of expensive little decorations.
Invitations will be self-designed and printed professionally and will include reply postcards or email-only RSVPs. For years photography has dominated wedding media. Well, 2010 sees the dawn of a funky new videography style to rival it. Photographs will be kept to a few formal family shots while the candid moments, vows and first dance will be captured on hi-res film instead.
Religious, ethnic and cultural backgrounds will be incorporated into the themes and colours of the wedding to bring a new depth and meaning and a unique day that isnt based on arbitrary themes. Chinese sky lanterns popped up in nearly all weddings in 2009. This will continue to some extent in 2010 along with the new dove-shaped balloons that can be released at weddings as a tongue-in-cheek homage to a real dove release.
Birdcage veils (where netting covers only the face) combined with a feathered clip, nod to the ongoing 80s influence in everyday fashion. Statement jewellery will be popular and will feature chunky necklaces and bangles paired with plainer tulle dresses and no necklace at all or simple chokers with the more highly detailed dress fabrics. Multi-coloured bridesmaid dresses will replace the one colour-different style trend of last year, two tone and simple patterns will be popular.
by: The Wedding Planner School
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