Something old, something new, something borrowed...and something deep purple, hunter green or really rich burgundy
Wedding planners reveal how happy couples will
Not sure if a traditional sit-down meal is for you? The coming 12 months are all about embracing a laid-back approach to wedding day dining.
“More and more couples are looking to go down the casual approach and are loving the idea of a modern take on a buffet,” says Jenn Stout from The Pantry.
Pippa Dougherty from Appetite Direct says couples are getting more inventive, too.
“Food installations appear to be on the rise and are a great way to showcase a particular type of food, whether that be a delicious charcuterie or a seafood stall,” she says.
“You could opt for a ‘his and hers favourites’ installation, or food inspired by the country where the proposal took place.
“We also expect to see more couples extending their dining options outside of their venue to make use of the grounds.
“Fire pits to toast marshmallows is a request that’s coming up more, with couples planning outdoor stations with hay bale seating round the fire.” Progressing from the copper décor trend of previous years, metallic has had a new year makeover.
“Coming through into 2019 is a very bold mixing of silver and gold, particularly eye-catching in the cooler, darker winter months,” says wedding planner Katie Hart from Get Knotted. Capturing the trend is easy with a few careful tips and tricks. “Don’t restrict the use of metallics to just candle holders; flowers can be arranged in all sorts of metallic vessels,” says Katie.
“Accents of metallic mixed with other mediums, such as glass, silver or brass work well. Add metallic coloured candles to candle holders and mix it up by adding in elements of your metallic colour palette, like using copper-coloured cutlery.” After royal bride Meghan Markle’s clean lines with no embellishment, bridalwear experts predict a surge in demand for minimalist dresses this year.
“For 2019, our brides have been looking for a completely elegant, simple look,” says Karyn McLeod from Ivory Whites.
“Brides are designing their look, top to toe, with relaxed hair styles and single-tiered veils.”
“We are still seeing the after effects of the 2018 royal weddings, with satin styles and simple glamour being really sought after,” confirms Tina Wilson from Frox of Falkirk.
But simple needn’t mean boring, and there are ways to add extra interest.
“We predict caped styles and detailed trains to be trends for this coming
year’s brides,” adds Tina.
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