Every couple wants to make their wedding day their own, and 2025’s wedding trends make it easy for every bride and groom to make their day one to remember.
Opulence is giving way to its opposite: luxe minimalism. A focus on high-quality materials and design, while paring down excess, means that decor is becoming more understated. Vibrant color will be used more sparingly, while respect for past traditions is elevated. Together, they are creating environments for weddings that foster a truly meaningful atmosphere and experience.
Drapery drama
Graceful swags and gentle folds emphasize simplicity over an abundance of decoration. They are being artfully arranged to divide space and set the stage, both for the ceremony and the reception after. White, off-white, ivory, and cream-colored fabrics are being used to create dramatic backdrops and elegant tables.
Fewer, bigger, brighter
Flowers everywhere are giving way to flowers here and there, but in exuberant arrangements in vibrant colors, with unusual blooms and embellishments. Anthuriums with waxy, heart-shaped leaves, spiky reddish-orange proteas, exotic orchids, and lisianthus, which resembles a softer, more delicate rose, are being arranged into large, eye-catching displays accented with brightly colored fruits and vegetables. Unusually shaped candles are also being used to bring a touch of whimsy to the table.
Old, new, now
Fashions from two distinctly different past eras are finding their way into modern weddings. Interest in vintage wedding gowns has skyrocketed, especially from the 1950s. There are stylists and tailors who specialize in updating vintage clothing, but untouched samples from almost 70 years ago are much sought after and relatively easy to find in thrift stores, auctions, and estate sales. The trend has not bypassed bridesmaids, either—1980s-era bubble skirts are preceding many a bride down the aisle this year.
Making a statement
The more demure aesthetic that marks today’s weddings is being counterbalanced with large, bold statement jewelry. Glittering, chunky necklaces, bracelets, and earrings are bedazzling brides and bridesmaids—not to mention the guests!
Bright color in unusual places
Color is finding its way into this year’s weddings, especially red for bridesmaids’ dresses, shoes, lips, and nails. Even grooms and groomsmen are switching out the black tuxedo for vividly colored suits. In fact, more and more tuxedo shops are including a wide variety of styles, colors, and fabrics in their suit rentals.
A place at the table
Vintage table settings are adding distinction and variety. A touch of nostalgia delivered by antique china, cut glass, and polished sterling honors the past while celebrating the future. The result is a 
that is intentional, artistic, and pleasingly old-fashioned while being completely on trend.
Happily ever after starts here
Weddings in 2025 will be canvases for personal expression, simplicity, and elegance. Mixing the charming past with touches of vibrant modernity will give this year’s couples plenty of opportunities to create a celebration that’s as unique as their own love story. Happily ever after starts at Ball Event Center, with customizable spaces, equipment, and staff to help the newly united start their new life off right.
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