Weddings in North America

with Kristin Watkins OWNER AND LEAD DESIGNER, STEPHANIE ROSE EVENTS

What will be the top wedding trends in 2020?

Family-friendly weddings - More couples are getting married after having children, so they are including their children in their weddings and their planning. Children are selecting the cake, music, and menu items. Menu items are more kid-friendly like mini grilled cheese, corndogs and fries at cockt ail hour, fancy mocktails, and Italian soda bars. For decor, children are designing table numbers and guestbooks. At the reception, kids have their own area with movies and video games or sweet teepees to rest their heads.

Are there any trends from 2019 you think will carry over into 2020?

Wood and metals are here to stay in 2020. Modern rustic decor mixing metals and wood with soft elements is still popular.

What trends are officially on their way out in 2020?

We are seeing traditional timelines being replaced with more casual events. Couples are opting for a casual cocktail party where their ceremony occurs in the middle, rather than a standard ceremony first, cocktail hour second, grand entrance into dinner third, etc.

What are some of the top locations?

In San Diego, couples are selecting oceanfront and oceanview venues. But rather than toes-in-the-sand beachy, couples are seeking more modern venues with views of the waves. Also on the rise are venues in Valle de Guadalupe right outside of Ensenada, Mexico. It's a short 90-minute drive from San Diego to be surrounded by 100 wineries in a rustic setting with a laid-back vacation vibe.

What's Trending in the USA

On top wedding trends...

CBD - Without a doubt, 2020 will be the year of Cannabidiol. From make-your-own CBD cocktail stations to get the party started to edible parting gifts, this is one rising trend that's becoming integrated into the wedding industry.

MURALS & GRAFFITI ARTIST - In 2020, we'll see a lot more graffiti artists coming out of the dark and into the cocktail hour. This element not only adds an engaging entertainment factor while guests are mingling, but will also serve as a conversation piece and decor for the space.

SUSTAINABLE WEDDINGS - In 2020, we'll really start seeing couples walk the walk when it comes to being sustainable and eco-friendly. Purslane, a catering company in NYC, creates events where their weddings are up to 100% carbon neutral and waste-free. We are currently working on an initiative to require our couples to choose one of the many ways to make a social impact and cut down on their footprint.

ACTIVATIONS - This can be anything from a wine wall, dessert wall, or a photobooth that's showcasing 3D renderings. 2020 is going to be all about the out-of-the box act ivat ions.

On emerging locations...

The buzz in our area is all about the new Glass Houses set to open in 2020! These will serve as incredible, chic venues for couples.

What's on the way out...

Barn tables and similarly rustic elements are on the way out in the coming year.

José Rolón, Owner, José Rolón Events

"We are seeing a return to formality, especially with the reception and table setting. People want the whole appointment on the table- from champagne and wine glasses to full place settings. Design will be focused on the landscape of the table so expect to see flowers setting on the table versus being uplifted into the chandeliers. Weddings are embracing a strong sense of romance, versus turning into a show and tell. Couples are also returning to religious facilities. More weddings these days are hosting the ceremonies in a house of worship."

Monte Durham, Say Yes To The Dress - Atlanta

Wedding Trends for North America

WITH CHRISTIE OSBORNE OF MOUNTAINSIDE BRIDE

What will be the top wedding trends in 2020?

Mountain couples especially are making more ethical purchase decisions when planning their weddings. Beyond having a "green" or "eco" wedding that focuses on carbon footprint and recycling, these couples are including local and social justice issues in their decisions and using their purchasing power to foster change from both and local and global perspective. They are having smaller weddings, which means less waste.

Sourcing food and gifts locally thereby supporting local economies and reducing their carbon foot print.

Buying in-season food and flowers, and turning away from major fast-fashion choices for their wedding attire in the name of environmental and social justice issues worldwide. There are also educating guests about their choices on wedding websites and recept ion signage.

What trends are officially on their way out in 2020?

Misappropriation of sacred cultural element s. Goodbye teepees and head dresses.

Are there any trends from 2019 you think will carry over into 2020?

Lots of texture and mixed prints will continue to trend. think rich, bold velvet furniture with antique rugs and smoky or colorful vintage glassware.

Trends in Spanish Speaking Regions with Chezelle Rodriguez

DESTINATION WEDDING SPECIALIST, CD WEDDINGS & EVENTS

What will be the top wedding trends in 2020?

Top wedding trends for 2020 will be to invite the majority of the guests to the "after party" reception and skip the formal dinner. The dinners will be kept just for family and closest friends. The welcome floating champagne glasses and creative escort areas. 360 Photobooth and slo-mo booth. For decor, dry and paper flowers are coming back. Paper flowers that are more detailed and look real vs the ones that were in flat looking two dimensional from two years ago.

What trends are officially on their way out in 2020?

A trend that I hope is on it's way out in 2020 is the Donut display. The groom cake is also less requested by clients.

Are there any trends from 2019 you think will carry over into 2020?

The greenery in the decor from 2019 will definitely carry over into 2020. Another one is the BOHO feel. The circular backdrop and geometric shapes for decor will also carry over into 2020.

What are some of the top locations couples are selecting in your region and why? What are the emerging areas that are officially "on the rise"?

Haciendas are very "in" and are emerging. Outdoor weddings are really popular in Puerto Rico with them not having to be all at the beach. People are looking more into the authenticity of the culture and local areas vs the touristy areas.