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Top 5 Wedding Trends 2025

  • Writer: Bettina Theilacker
    Bettina Theilacker
  • 2 days ago
  • 2 min read

Weddings in 2025 are about breaking the mold, throwing out the rulebook, and making sure your big day is actually memorable (instead of just another cookie-cutter event with stale chicken and forced smiles). If you're planning 2025 wedding, listen up — because these trends are about to take over.


Color, Color, and More Color


Photo By: Rohit Sharma
Photo By: Rohit Sharma

White and blush weddings? Cute. But color-drenched weddings? Iconic. Say goodbye to washed-out neutrals and hello to deep jewel tones, bold accents and unexpected pops of color everywhere — dresses, florals, décor and even cakes. Think emerald greens, rich burgundies and electric blues — perfect for cozy vibes. Bonus points if your wedding party looks like they stepped out of a high-fashion editorial.


Dramatic Drapery & Lighting



Forget basic ballroom lighting — 2025 is all about transforming your space. Think hanging drapes, moody up-lighting and candles galore to create an ambiance that screams ‘romantic movie set’ instead of ‘conference room on a budget.’ Cozy, ethereal and just the right amount of over-the-top.


Fashion With Personality



Let’s be real — if you’re going to spend a small fortune on a dress (or suit), it better be worth it. Statement sleeves, non-traditional silhouettes, vintage-inspired lace and colored wedding dresses are stealing the show. And yes, capes are making a comeback. (Because why wouldn’t you want to feel like a regal superhero on your wedding day?)


Food That Delivers



No one wants another rubbery filet mignon or sad salad. Wedding food in 2025 is interactive and personalized. Think gourmet build-your-own mac & cheese bars, global-inspired tasting stations or even late-night comfort food trucks. (Because what’s better than a grilled cheese at 11 PM after dancing your face off?)


The Rise of the Weekday Wedding


Weekend weddings are great until you realize venues are booked solid until 2030. Enter: the weekday wedding. More availability, better vendor pricing and your guests get a built-in excuse to take a day off work. Plus, it gives big main character energy — who else is shutting down a Tuesday with a full-blown party?



So, there you have it — the top five wedding trends that are going to dominate weddings in 2025 and beyond. If you’re planning your big day, take this as your sign to go bold, be original, and make it a celebration that actually feels like you. Because if you’re going to do it, you might as well do it right.

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