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2023 wedding trend predictions

GRUB’S UP!

In 2023, catering budgets for couples have seen an increase of 20% with nearlyweds wanting to give their guests tantalising food and drink choices. These are the foodie trends to be inspired by:

Having chefs cooking the food live in front of guests. Cocktails: whether you host a cocktail hour for your reception drinks, or serve personalised cocktails. Barbecues specifically the Kamado barbecue will be popular in 2023.

This type of Japanese barbecue allows you to grill and smoke any kind of food at the same time. Globally-inspired dishes and fusion menus. Late-night junk food. Think hot dogs, dirty burgers, loaded fries, waffles, crêpes, churros and pizza! Personalised menus are becoming increasingly popular, incorporating a family recipe, or something special to the couple that they ate on a favourite holiday. Sustainable catering: eco-friendly weddings championing locally sourced ingredients, using recyclable serving ware and reducing food waste. Fruity cakes: adding natural fruity flavours to wedding cakes i.e. raspberry, lemon and elderflower. Turn to page 61 to read Your East Anglian Wedding’s wedding catering feature for more inspiration.

SEASONAL BLOOMS

Lucy Spencer, of Suffolk-based Hall Lane Flowers, shares her 2023 wedding flower predictions:

As for trends, displays and arrangements that are British and seasonal will be on point. The message about climate change is gradually influencing people. The awareness of micro plastics in the environment – floral foam is one of the worst polluters and extremely harmful to the environment – is getting through to people and affecting their choices. Couples are searching for florists who use seasonal, British flowers and don’t use floral foam in their arrangements.

There are still those that want giant roses in November, but the trend is definitely towards seasonal. Lucy Spencer www.instagram.com/hall_lane_flowers

MMMM CAKE!

East Anglia-based Two Magpies Bakery has listed the trends they see emerging in 2023:

 Bold colours — accompanied by coordinating flowers.  Stencilling. It can elevate a classic simple cake with a touch of texture or gold leaf.  Texture. A free-hand textured design can be most striking between smooth iced tiers.  Naked or Semi naked cakes — decorated with fresh berries and blooms, coordinated with the venue décor. Two Magpies Bakery https://twomagpiesbakery.co.uk Roberta and Tegan, the team behind Suffolk-based bridal boutique Silk & Maple, share their 2023 bridalwear trends to look out for:  Sparkles  Statement sleeves  Complete simplicity Roberta & Tegan | www.silkandmaple.co.uk

TABLE TALK

Kate Cartwright from tableware brand Burleigh Pottery offers some tips on the trends coming up in 2023, so you can gain some inspiration for your tablescape.

Bold colours: The wedding market has been dominated by neutral colours for a while, but now the fashion is starting to turn back to big, bold colours and this is reflected in the tablescapes that are starting to be created. So, go bold with your table decorations and flowers, and choose a colour palette or a theme that really suits you and your partner. There are lots of ways to bring your colour scheme into your tablescape; consider the colours of your tableware as well as the tablecloth and even the napkins.

Unique lighting: 2023 is also the year for unique lighting at weddings. Candles are a classic choice for helping to make a tablescape romantic, try out some different stands for the candles and try to pick candles that go with your colour scheme. You can also opt for more contemporary and chic lighting ideas such as hanging bulbs.

Pressed flowers: You’ve probably noticed designs for pressed flower cakes cropping up recently, and so it’s no surprise that this will continue to be a trend in 2023, both in food and table décor. Pressed flowers are a perfect way to add some whimsical romance to your tablescape, not only the cake but table decorations, napkin holders and other elements.

Personal touches: In terms of your tablescape, this might mean personalised centrepieces or place settings. Or, you might add custom decorations that you’ve had specially made for your event. Your personalisation could also come from designing your own signature cocktails or dishes for the day, so that your guests can benefit from your culinary palette.

Kate Cartwright | www.burleigh.co.uk Psst! Read more about tablescaping online now: www.youreastanglian.wedding