2020 What’s trending: Ideas for 2020 weddings By Daily Journal Staff When planning a wedding, there are so many different options. You could go a traditional route — church, reception, honeymoon — or go for something different — destination wedding, Elvis as the officiant, edible arrangements, Star Wars-themed wedding. But while many couples are planning the event, they are also thinking about how to make it memorable and fresh. So when looking at a wedding, how can you make it unique? Well, look no further than the upcoming trends for the 2020 wedding season. The wedding planning website, theknot.com, has picked out several trends that will bring a wedding from now to wow.
1. Going green
With many younger couples being conscience of the environment, sustainable weddings have become a recent trend. Some couples have even committed to a zero waste or a reduced carbon footprint wedding. Recommendations are hiring vendors that prioritize sustainability, repurposing floral arrangements, giving an heirloom engagement ring or resetting the stone.
2. Keeping it small
In recent years, couples have opted for small, more personable weddings with close family and friends. In 2020, the trend hasn’t changed. In regards to planning, this allows the couple to budget higher per guest and deliver a more personable experience for themselves and those attending.
3. Chicken, fish or eggplant parm?
While many couples will select a cater that provides a few options for the reception meal, others are looking to make inclusive menus for their big day. While most guests are happy with two choices, their are other guests that either are vegetarian, have a nut allergy, lactose-intolerant or a number of other food-based preferences. Don’t be afraid to provide menu options to all those attending.
4. Color scheme
For most couples, the color scheme of the wedding isn’t the first thing on the list — but maybe it should be a close second. Colors help set the vibe of the ceremony. Want to make things pop? Neo mint. Want a sophisticated, rich look? Try cassis (a purple with a splash of pink mixed in). Looking for something that describes serene? Faded denim may be the way to go. Take SEE TRENDS B4
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FLOWERS AND WEDDINGS: Floral fashion is one of the major elements of any wedding ceremony and reception. They help set the tone and style of each wedding. Presentations like the one pictured from The Flower Mill in Fergus Falls can help carry a theme through the wedding day.
Floral fashion Finding the right flowers for the wedding By Daily Journal Staff Move over bouquets and centerpieces. Flowers are taking over weddings in a big way. While wedding trends come and go, flowers will always have a place at the wedding table. The blooms brides and grooms choose and how they decide to display them can say much about the couple’s style. Many modern couples are opting for statement pieces with their flowers to rival the big and bold ideas they’re incorporating elsewhere into their occasions, such as in cakes and clothing. “Those looking for statement pieces usually involve backdrops as they are very popular,” The Flower Mill owner Leanne Meis said. “We have a beautiful gold arch that we can fill flowers with. They are very popular and we do a lot of those.” In fact, floral designer Tom Uberuaga says traditional hurricane vase centerpieces are outdated and only focus the eye on the middle of the table. He prefers
REGAL AND FLORAL: The right kind of floral arrangement can help any wedding reception pop. guests enter the wedding and have their senses stimulated by flowers from all angles. Large flower installations, as well as blooms popping up in unexpected places, are some of the hot trends for couples to keep their eyes on.
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Floral chandeliers
There’s no need to worry about seeing over table centerpieces or flowers getting in the way of photo moments. Thanks to
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Tips for choosing a wedding reception menu By Daily Journal Staff Weddings are memorable for a host of reasons. While couples remember their weddings because they mark the day they officially tied the knot, guests may remember weddings for other reasons, including the food served at the reception. Some wedding venues are known for their stunning landscapes, while others build their reputations on unique interiors that provide unforgettable ambiance. But regardless of where weddings take place, guests are liable to discuss the food served at the reception. Guests might rave about the escargot or complain that the fish was flaky, but couples who choose reception menus wisely can go a long way toward ensuring there are more compliments than complaints once the dinner bell rings. • Don’t zero in on specialties. According Submitted to The Knot 2017 Real Weddings Study, a MENU IDEAS: While making sure you have the right style of wedding cake is important, don’t forget to look survey of nearly 13,000 brides and grooms into your reception menu for special ideas like a dessert table, like the one shown from Double A Catering. who tied the knot in 2017, the average
wedding hosted 136 guests. While couples might be tempted by specialty dishes when choosing their wedding menus, couples who are hosting dozens, if not hundreds, of guests should keep things simple. “When meeting with a couple they should have an idea of what they are going to want at the wedding for food,” Deanna Aasness of Double A Catering said. “Something formal or casual or theme reception. Then as a cater I know what they are thinking and can help them on a menu for the special day.” • Consider potential allergies. In regard to entrées, make sure guests with food allergies can choose something that won’t make them sick. According to Food Allergy Research & Education®, an organization devoted to improving the quality of life of individuals with food allergies, some common foods cause the majority of allergic reactions. Peanuts, soy, sesame, SEE CATERING B3