Now that 2022 is officially underway, Red Woodpecker Event Hire has decided to compile a list of some of the latest wedding trends for the upcoming year!
The latest wedding trends – Everything Regency
Bridgerton was a firm fan favourite and with the next season due to be released this year, we are expecting to see references to all things Regency! Elegant fresh floral arrangements in only the softest and subtlest pastel palettes, complete of course with sweeping, draped, fine-fabric gowns – and only the most formal attire of course.
Forget about another standard wedding reception – it’s time to host a regency ball!
The regency trend is a superb example of trend prediction number 2!
Wedding Attire Trends
Necessary adaptations over the last 2 years have seen a surge in people moving away from traditional weddings. And we predict this will carry over into the coming years’ latest wedding trends: specifically, attire choices. Many couples will develop a more alternative style of attire, continuing to move away from tradition.
What will that look like?
Alternative colour palettes. More specifically, bold vibrant colours or muted earth tones. More casual suits, fit without ties or blazers, and dresses in varying styles, lengths and colours.
Which ‘ties’ in neatly with our next expectation,
Latest Wedding Trends in wedding dress styles
With a rise in personalisation and the developing alternative styles there is no longer a collective opinion when it comes to the latest wedding trends in wedding dress styles.
However, regardless of personal style, we are expecting to see twists on some classic designs (especially with a nod to the style of the 1980’s).
That’s right, sleeves are back! Puff and Bishop sleeves, billowing fabric and tulle skirts. But don’t worry, it’s not gaudy. Modern designs take vintage elements and modify them to create a harmonisation of old and new!
And the results are an incredible adaptation of classic styles and modern looks.
Speaking of adaptations –
The Adaptable Wedding
Weddings that are able to be adapted to a change of plans are both necessary, and, increasing in popularity.
What do we mean by adaptable?
Well, outdoor venues are easily adaptable to changes in party/attendee size and circumstance change, giving people a sense of security and flexibility in their planning.
Alternatively ‘wedding sequels’ are a great, and newly popularised, concept we expect to see in 2022. This unique idea separates the ceremony from the reception by months or even a year! An approach that allows the couple to have their ceremony when they wish but celebrate lavishly on their first anniversary (or when it suits everyone’s availability). The best of both worlds!
This trend may also contribute to trend prediction number 5..
Elopements –
They’ve existed, as long as marriage has. But common reasons for elopement change with culture, situation and the times. And today is no different.
Today, it’s couples who are tired of waiting for a wedding that continues to be postponed, others who never wanted a big wedding and personal affairs that seem to make the alternative impossible. Accompanied with the growing popularity of a wedding sequel, you have yourself a trend on an exponential trajectory.
But elopement doesn’t look like it used to. Many couples hire professional photographers, and elope in modern, subtly casual, wedding dresses and tuxes.
Of course there will always be couples who want their day to be as big as it is important, but there are many couples who are likely to choose elopement before they openly tie the knot; As an intermediate alternative.
After the last two years, you can really only relate to the impatience and excitement of the couple who chooses to elope. And what an incredible and innovative outcome of the frustrating circumstances of the last two years.
Latest Wedding Trends and Luxury Furniture Rentals
Whatever your attire, theme or scenario, Red Woodpecker Event Hire can supply you with the luxury furniture rentals for every wedding (and sequel it may entail). To see our range of the finest luxury furniture rentals Essex has to offer, head to our product page or get in touch to book now.