NEXT BIG THING
We've caught only a fleeting glimpse, but know we want to see more.
THE WEDDING PARTY IN ALL WHITE: In ancient Roman times, the bridesmaids dressed in the same color as the bride to confuse evil spirits whose intent was to harm her. Now we just think this "upscale estate" style looks incredibly elegant in photos.
TANGERINE/COBALT: This combo is strong, fresh, and modern.
BIRDCAGE VEILS: This retro look is also quite flattering and practical: There won't be anything obcuring your gown's neckline or back.
VEGGIE CENTERPIECES: Tomatoes in the arrangement? Really? Why not?
MULTIPLE WEDDING CAKES: A towering, sugar-flower heaped wedding cake seems out of place at a quite, at-home wedding. Trade it in for several small, simple cakes displayed on cute cake stands.
RENTED JUKEBOX AT THE RECEPTION: After the band packs up, keep the dance floor jumping by letting your guests call the shots.
GRUNER VELTLINER: This Austrian varietal is destined to give sauvignon blanc a run for its money.
CREATE-YOUR-OWN-MOJITO BAR: Froufrou signature drinks with cutesy names that match your wedding colors seem a bit twee. Let guests art-direct their own mojitos with a spread of tropical fruits and syrups.
GOSPEL CHOIR AT THE CEREMONY: It's one of those grand statements that feels oh so moving-there won't be a dry eye in the house.
BRIGHT, COLORFUL HEELS UNDER THE WEDDING GOWN: Hooray! No mor frights in white satin.
PAPERCUTS: Given the popularity of silhouettes, we predict papercuts-images cut out by hand from paper with scissors and a knife-will soon be all the rage, gracing everything from table-number cards to welcome signs.
REACHING CRITICAL MASS
These trends are on their way to becoming mainstream-grab them now while they're still hot.
PATTERNED BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: More fun than a solid, with increased wearing potential.
PORTRAIT STATIONS: Photographers are now helping couples set up portrait stations to capture each and every guest.
SILHOUETTES: A classic for centures, the recent hilhouette trend has couples putting their profiles on everything from cookies to invitations.
TURQUOISE/RED: We like that this vibrant, gender-neutral combo is taking off.
PEARLESCENT PAPER: The biggest trend on the invitation front giltters and shines.
OLD-FASHOINED LAWN GAMES: Bocce ball, croquet, and horseshoes gives non-dancers something to do.
CANDY BUFFETS: Maybe it's the sugar rush, but brides have taken this idea and run, jumped, and flown with it.
MARIACHI BANDS: A festive choice of entertainment, these bands are being seen at all types of weddings.
ENGAGEMENT SHOOTS: We've been suggesting these forever and they've finally become par for the course.
BACKLASH IMMINENT
The 15 minutes during which these ideas remain compelling are almost up.
ECO-EVERYTHING: The marketing hype over green wedding products has left us rolling our eyes-and more importantly, no closer to taking better care of the planet.
WEDDING TCHOTCHKES: Now more than ever, doodads and silly junkables seem not only silly, but tastelessly wasteful.
CRAZY BRIDES: Dear Movie Studio and TV Execs: It is possible to be a young bride and not a crazy person at the same time. Enough with all the vapid, dumb-girl stereotypes.
CHOREOGRAPHED GROUP DANCING: Yes, we agree, it does look like a lot of fun for everyone. However, do you really want to add dance lessons to your bridesmaids' and groomsmen's to do lists?
COLORED SASHES: It's a seven year trend that's feeling it's age.
PINK/BROWN: If ever there was a more popular wedding color scheme, we don't know about it. But we're sure this oneis past its prime.
DAMASK: We loved it. Then this ornate motif appeared on every surface imaginable. Not it's looking a little stale.
"AT LAST": After the imcomparable Obamas danced to the song on inauguration night, it now truly belongs to them. It's no longer possible to think of anyone else when we hear it accompanying a first dance.
PICK UP SKIRTS: There are far more modern ways to embellish your bottom half.
BRIDES FLORIDA MAGAZINE Fall/Winter 2009
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