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The Dres
Eco-Friendl
As we become more aware of our environmental impact, sustainability has become a key focus in all aspects of our lives, including weddings. Sustainable weddings are all about celebrating love in a way that protects the planet for future generations. There are so many ways
to incorporate ecological balance into your wedding such as digital invitations instead of traditional paper, choosing
a solar-powered venue, and opting for locally sourced food and flowers. Adding a reception recycling station and handing out seed packets as wedding favors also tops this trend. Simple choices add up to make weddings greener and more eco- conscious.
Audio Guestbook
The brides and grooms have spoken. Audio guestbooks will replace traditional pen and paper versions this year. Guests record brief messages on microphones instead of signing a traditional wedding book. Couples will later receive the compiled digital audio file capturing all the well-wishes. This innovative concept provides a more personal, meaningful keepsake to share throughout the years with loved ones.
Content Creatio
Couples are hiring dedicated professionals to capture photo and video content during their nuptials for instantaneous social media and wedding website posts. This trend includes everything from waking up and getting- ready portraits to video clips of the ceremony, dance floor, and cake cutting. The content provides an insider glimpse into the entire wedding day for remote guests.
The traditional white cookie-cutter wedding gown will always have its charm, but 2024 is all about personalized dresses that reflect the bride’s uniqueness with offbeat silhouettes, bold colors, statement sleeves, delicate bows, or even prominent patterned fabrics. Bridal fashion is evolving to embrace individuality so make a statement with a dress as unique as you are and set your own bridal trend. And when it comes down to accessories, brides will glitter and glow with stunning hair combs, clips, and pins to elegantly highlight old Hollywood glamour hairstyles. The looks are enhanced with the light-catching glint of bold statement earrings while colorful shoes peek under gowns, adding an element of fun and mystery.
Spiral Aisle
Creative couples are rethinking the traditional aisle shapes and decided the best way to get from here to there, is no longer a straight line. In fact, ceremony aisles in 2024 will see more of a twist that allows all the guests to have a front-row seat to the wedding procession with a spiral aisle. These chic coils have quickly become a new kind of wedding wonder that leads to a central ceremony that can be easily viewed by everyone.
Seated Wedding Partie
One of the top wedding trends of 2024 is a small change, but with a big impact aesthetically and for those bridesmaids in sky-high heels. Seated wedding parties allow for relaxed, comfortable bridesmaids and groomsmen, which also make for stunning photos of the bride and groom during their intimate, special “I Do” moments.
Now let’s all give a big splashing toast to love, laughter, and happily ever after in 2024!
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