Dreamy décor The latest wedding trends
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e’ve been on a rollercoaster of restrictions, social distancing and guidelines over the last few years and as a result, the wedding industry has had to adapt. In this feature, we wanted to explore how wedding trends have changed and what’s set to be popular in 2022.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS The pandemic has opened our eyes to just how beautiful outdoor weddings can be.
With environmentally-friendly weddings on the rise, we can expect to see earthy, natural colours and detailed items like terracotta pots, wooden plinths and linen napkins. Neutral colours look great teamed with colours such as rust, gold and coral.
Al fresco weddings give you more space to go all out on your decorations. Create zones to help break up the day, such as a ceremony area, reception area and party area. Why not add a luxurious lounge by bringing eclectic furniture outside? Get creative with what space is already there, hang flowers in jars from trees, line grassy walkways with lanterns and adorn natural structures with opulent drapes.
We’ve seen a rise in the popularity of dried flowers in the last few months and are expecting this to continue in 2022. It’s a cost-effective and eco-friendly way of incorporating a pop of colour into your day. Don’t underestimate the power of lighting, from fairylights and candles to statement light fixtures, these will all help elevate your styling after dark.
More couples are bringing the inside out by carefully considering textures, ambient lighting and opulent styling touches to set the scene. Flowing drapes, gold crockery and decadent glassware will add the wow factor, while statement pieces such as a chandelier hanging from a tree or festoon lighting guiding guests will add a sense of drama. 61
