2018 brought us sheer wedding dresses, lush floral aisles and the most intimate weddings of all time — and we loved every minute of it! But now that we’re officially wrapping up this year and entering a new one, we’re so excited for all the swoon-worthy wedding trends we’re about to see in 2019! We asked some of the best of the best in the wedding industry to share the trends they predict will be HUGE in the new year. And trust us when we say… this is about to be one gorgeousss year ahead. See for yourself, and let us know in the comments below which trend you’re most excited for!
Yumiko from Hana Floral Design is sure we’ll see a major color comeback for 2019 weddings!
“Pantone’s color of the year (living coral) is so vibrant and optimistic. I think this will speak to many brides in the Spring/Summer months. Neutral flowers will always be here and a white and green floral palette is always classic, but I think brides will dare to use more color” says Yumiko. Heather & Mackenzie from Amorology agree, “We predict that couples will opt for more color in 2019 as we have found that more and more are moving away from the blush and neutral palette that has been popular in the last few seasons, and we are more than happy to let that go!”
Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton will be inspiring brides more than ever in 2019 – particularly in the bouquet department.
Yumiko from Hana Floral Design adds, “Smaller bouquets will overshadow the large, wispy, organic bouquets of seasons past. Thanks to both Royal weddings, brides may opt for a more petite bouquet or go for something a bit more tailored than in the past few seasons.”
Floral is getting a major upgrade in 2019. We’re talking floral hanging from ceilings, self standing arbors and climbing floral arrangements that truly take your breath away. For example, check out this amazing hanging centerpiece from Holly Heider Chapple Flowers LTD! Can you say stunning?
In 2019, couples will be focusing on ways to enhance guest experiences — particularly when it comes to escort cards! More and more couples are adding an interactive element to their escort displays that make for a fun, unexpected moment for their guests! How awesome is this “it’s electric” escort display created by Amorology Weddings that features a musical surprise (the headphone were used later in the evening for a silent disco!)
Our girls Katharine and Mar of Face Time Beauty are predicting natural makeup & hair styles among 2019 brides.
“In 2019 we are hoping to see a lot more of the flush cheeks and bitten, rosy lips to match. We love how bright and beautiful this looks, without feeling too overdone or unnatural.We’re also noticing the use of natural elements, specifically pearls and quartz, in hairstyles and we cannot get enough! Whether a bride is wearing her hair up or down, natural pieces like this are a fun alternative to add a little interest to the hair without being too showy.”
“With lounge furniture and rental options increasing each year, brides are having more and more inventory to choose from when designing their weddings. We love creating spaces (both lounges and reception tables) that feel inviting yet elegant, and reflect a couple’s ideal interior style in their wedding design” says Elizabeth from East Made Event Company.
We’re so on board with this exciting new concept!
“Impersonal favors are a thing of the past” says Callista of Callista & Company… “I see intentional gift giving as a big trend for 2019. Brides and grooms want to give back to their guests before, during, and after the wedding with personalized favors and gifts, so we’re finding unique ways to thoughtfully customize the guest experience. Consider sharing a special wedding weekend playlist along with local, artisanal treats in your guest welcome bag or box. We love to personalize wedding day components whenever possible, such as adding calligraphy guest names to each menu at the dinner table or sending guests back to their hotels with a mini-cake with their name on it. After the wedding, mailing each guest a curated set of printed photos can be a beautiful way to share images from your big day.”
All such amazing and thoughtful ideas! We’ve always felt that the more personalized the wedding, the better!