Let’s face it: you and your spouse will remember your ceremony forever, but your guests will realistically only remember the reception.
Which is why you need to ensure you plan a wedding that everyone will remember.
So why not go that extra mile and plan one that’s unlike anything your guests have ever seen before?
From intimate outdoor lounges to mouth-watering post-party snacks, these are the wedding trends we’re most excited about this year.
Satellite Bar
Sometimes one bar just isn’t enough. Ensure that your guests always have a drink in their hand by setting up a secondary “satellite” bar at the reception that features a special cocktail, spirit, or wine tasting. It’s a great way to personalize the party with your favourite libations.
His and Her Cocktails
He likes a classic Old Fashioned. You prefer a Tom Collins. So why not serve your favourite cocktails at your reception? It’s a great way to offer your guests a fun cocktail that differs from the predictable wine and highball options. Your his and her cocktails could even be what you serve at your satellite bar.
Post-Party Snacks
After burning some serious calories on the dance floor, your guests will definitely be up for a midnight snack. Invite them to join you for a much-needed post-party snack that consists of all of your favourite mouth-watering comfort foods. Grilled cheese sandwiches, sliders, pizza, and poutine anyone?
Sweet Endings
The wedding cake will always be a classic tradition, but they are no longer the main dessert on the menu. Secondary desserts, which are often served later in the evening, are becoming really popular. We’re not talking about candy or gelato bars, either. Donut stations are becoming a hit as they are the perfect dessert for wedding guests to grab and enjoy. Frozen treats are also great for summer weddings, with retro snow cones or personalized popsicles being a fun alternative.
Outdoor Dance Floor
Spend your big day dancing underneath the stars. Skip the traditional route of having your dance floor near the seating area and move it to the great outdoors.
Cigar Bar
It’s no secret that weddings often cater a bit more to what the bride is interested in. So surprise your groom and the rest of your wedding guests with a cigar bar. After dinner, have your wedding planner put the boxes of cigars in your outdoor lounge space, where smoking is allowed.
Outdoor Lounge Areas
Give your guests an intimate space where they can sit and mingle. It’s also a great spot for guests to unwind if they find the dinner area too loud.
Mismatched Bridesmaids
Gone are the days of uniformed bridesmaid dresses. Now, brides are letting their special ladies choose their own dresses in colours and styles that flatter their bodies — and they are selecting dresses they’ll definitely want to wear again.
Locally Sourced Food
Impress your guests with a meal that they won’t forget with a menu that features locally sourced food. You can make your menu authentic by sourcing ingredients from your wedding locale and making them the cornerstone of your menu.
The Second Look — Groom Edition
More recently it’s become popular for the bride to change into a second look for the second half of the night – and now the grooms are joining in on the trend. Grooms can change out of their tux for a unique reception look, opting for custom suits that show off their personality and pairing them with velvet loafers, which are perfect for tearing up the dance floor.
Wish Lanterns
At the end of the evening, give each of your wedding guests a glowing lantern and ask them to make a wish while releasing them. It’s the perfect sendoff for your first night of marriage.
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