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]]>Today’s couples are opting for more relaxed and comfortable attire that allows them and their guests to truly enjoy the celebration. Instead of traditional tuxedos and ball gowns, expect to see couples embracing stylish and personalized outfits that reflect their personalities and unique sense of style.
The traditional guest book is losing its charm as couples explore more interactive and memorable ways for guests to leave their well-wishes. Couples are getting creative with alternative guest books ideas such as Polaroid photo booths, signature cocktail stations, and digital message boards. These unique alternatives not only provide an element of fun but also serve as keepsakes that couples can cherish for years to come.
The traditional gender-specific wedding roles are making way for a more inclusive and egalitarian approach. Couples are reimagining their wedding party and breaking free from the constraints of traditional gender roles. It’s becoming increasingly common to see mixed-gender bridal parties, groomswomen, and bridesmen. This shift promotes inclusivity, celebrates individual relationships, and allows couples to surround themselves with the people who mean the most to them, regardless of gender.
Allowing your bridesmaids to choose their own dresses has become increasingly popular. This way each bridesmaid can express their own style, wear a silhouette that flatters them & can actually wear it again.
While rustic and vintage themes have been popular in recent years, they are starting to be overdone. Couples are now leaning towards more modern and sleek designs.
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]]>The bride of today is very different from the bride of the 20th century, and instead of using bridal magazines for inspiration, they are using Pinterest and Etsy.
To show you what we mean, we have some bridal confessions about tried and tested wedding experiences to help you make yours, a wedding to remember:
1. A Hipster-Like Open Bar
“When we decided to do an open bar, we decided to make it different. We didn’t have any of the big-name alcohol brands or beers and instead did all craft beer and unique types of drinks. Moscow Mules were our biggest hit and we offered a mini-side open bar of just 15 different types of whiskeys. We did this because people find the food, the drink, and the music the most memorable part of any wedding. We’re big into all three of those things so we invested a lot of money in having a unique kind of open bar that our guests would never forget.” — Shelly K., 31
2. Skipping the Seating Chart
“I started doing a seating chart, probably two weeks before the wedding, and it gave me so much anxiety. It was super hard figuring out where everyone should sit. I mean how the heck would I know where my friend from work would be happy sitting for the night? I ripped up the chart in a million pieces and decided to create a sign that said ‘Sit where you’d like and make a new pal.’ I found it made our wedding more social. People met new people they probably never would have chatted with. Nobody felt awkward. Plus, nobody sits for very long so why does it matter where they sit anyway?” — Ali H., 28
3. A Cake Made Out of Macarons
“I’m not big cake-lover and the thought of spending a couple of thousand on a five-tiered wedding cake that so many people would forget to eat made me roll my eyes. I decided to go to a French bakery in town and ask them to make a tower of different flavored macarons, enough to feed to 110 people. It was a giant tower but it was such a bit hit. That’s my favorite dessert and it was nice to have that personal touch on my wedding day.” — Hannah W., 27
4. A Brunch Wedding
“I made my wedding a brunch wedding because brunch is my thing. I’m always brunching. It’s the number one thing I look forward to on the weekends. There’s no rule your wedding has to be at night so I decided to make it during the day. We saved so much money that way and served better, more popular food options. Our bar was stocked with mimosas and Bloody Marys. It was the best wedding decision we ever made.” — Theresa V., 31
5. Bridesmaid Non-Dresses
“I wanted my wedding vibe to be less formal than other people so I decided not to do bridesmaid dresses. Instead, I gave my bridesmaids the option of wearing skirts and tops or jumpsuits and rompers. They didn’t match but that was better because they looked like humans, instead of robots. Also, the outfits they wore were things they’d wear again on a Saturday night or to brunch.” — Georgia B., 26
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]]>Today’s couples are opting for more relaxed and comfortable attire that allows them and their guests to truly enjoy the celebration. Instead of traditional tuxedos and ball gowns, expect to see couples embracing stylish and personalized outfits that reflect their personalities and unique sense of style.
The traditional guest book is losing its charm as couples explore more interactive and memorable ways for guests to leave their well-wishes. Couples are getting creative with alternative guest books ideas such as Polaroid photo booths, signature cocktail stations, and digital message boards. These unique alternatives not only provide an element of fun but also serve as keepsakes that couples can cherish for years to come.
The traditional gender-specific wedding roles are making way for a more inclusive and egalitarian approach. Couples are reimagining their wedding party and breaking free from the constraints of traditional gender roles. It’s becoming increasingly common to see mixed-gender bridal parties, groomswomen, and bridesmen. This shift promotes inclusivity, celebrates individual relationships, and allows couples to surround themselves with the people who mean the most to them, regardless of gender.
Allowing your bridesmaids to choose their own dresses has become increasingly popular. This way each bridesmaid can express their own style, wear a silhouette that flatters them & can actually wear it again.
While rustic and vintage themes have been popular in recent years, they are starting to be overdone. Couples are now leaning towards more modern and sleek designs.
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]]>The post 21st Century Wedding Experiences to Inspire Millennials appeared first on LUX & LUSH.
]]>The bride of today is very different from the bride of the 20th century, and instead of using bridal magazines for inspiration, they are using Pinterest and Etsy.
To show you what we mean, we have some bridal confessions about tried and tested wedding experiences to help you make yours, a wedding to remember:
1. A Hipster-Like Open Bar
“When we decided to do an open bar, we decided to make it different. We didn’t have any of the big-name alcohol brands or beers and instead did all craft beer and unique types of drinks. Moscow Mules were our biggest hit and we offered a mini-side open bar of just 15 different types of whiskeys. We did this because people find the food, the drink, and the music the most memorable part of any wedding. We’re big into all three of those things so we invested a lot of money in having a unique kind of open bar that our guests would never forget.” — Shelly K., 31
2. Skipping the Seating Chart
“I started doing a seating chart, probably two weeks before the wedding, and it gave me so much anxiety. It was super hard figuring out where everyone should sit. I mean how the heck would I know where my friend from work would be happy sitting for the night? I ripped up the chart in a million pieces and decided to create a sign that said ‘Sit where you’d like and make a new pal.’ I found it made our wedding more social. People met new people they probably never would have chatted with. Nobody felt awkward. Plus, nobody sits for very long so why does it matter where they sit anyway?” — Ali H., 28
3. A Cake Made Out of Macarons
“I’m not big cake-lover and the thought of spending a couple of thousand on a five-tiered wedding cake that so many people would forget to eat made me roll my eyes. I decided to go to a French bakery in town and ask them to make a tower of different flavored macarons, enough to feed to 110 people. It was a giant tower but it was such a bit hit. That’s my favorite dessert and it was nice to have that personal touch on my wedding day.” — Hannah W., 27
4. A Brunch Wedding
“I made my wedding a brunch wedding because brunch is my thing. I’m always brunching. It’s the number one thing I look forward to on the weekends. There’s no rule your wedding has to be at night so I decided to make it during the day. We saved so much money that way and served better, more popular food options. Our bar was stocked with mimosas and Bloody Marys. It was the best wedding decision we ever made.” — Theresa V., 31
5. Bridesmaid Non-Dresses
“I wanted my wedding vibe to be less formal than other people so I decided not to do bridesmaid dresses. Instead, I gave my bridesmaids the option of wearing skirts and tops or jumpsuits and rompers. They didn’t match but that was better because they looked like humans, instead of robots. Also, the outfits they wore were things they’d wear again on a Saturday night or to brunch.” — Georgia B., 26
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