insideKENT Magazine Issue 77 - August 2018 | Page 76

WEDDINGS
THE HOTTEST WEDDING TRENDS FOR 2018 cont.
BRIDESMAIDS
Over the past couple of years, we have seen the trend for bridal parties
in identikit dresses wane (and, let’s face it when else would you ever
choose to wear exactly the same outfit as three other women?). Brides
have toyed with the same style dress but in different hues, or dresses
in the same colour but differing styles, both of which have created a
cohesive yet individual look. Now, however, bridesmaids are being
encouraged to show off their personal style even further with separates
the order of the day. Mix-and-match tops and bottoms, including skirts
of all lengths, wide-legged trousers and culottes are up for consideration
for a modern and sassy style.
STYLING
Just as interiors trends have gravitated over recent months towards
more industrial styling, so too are weddings moving towards this end
goal. Exposed brick walls, stone or marble flooring, copper, hanging
light bulbs and suspended floral arrangements are contemporary, chic
and very à la mode.
STATIONERY
Stationery is all about texture in 2018. Juxtapose semi-transparent layers
with pearlised paper or thick, embossed card for your invitations. For
tables, more natural elements such as stone, wood and even pressed
flowers are set to be big news this year. Get creative too – couples are
making their own stationery more and more, which not only saves on
cost but adds a personal and unique touch.
FLOWERS
In 2017, green was THE colour for flowers. This trend continues into
2018, but décor is taking a more imaginative turn. Gone are the days
of having to peer round central vases of flowers to talk to your tablemates
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at dinner. Hanging floral decorations or long, low arrangements allow
more space and eye contact, and pair well with coloured candles, which
are set to make a statement this year. Vintage vessels, in particular cut
or coloured glass continue the inclination towards transparency, while
cement containers nod to the industrial trend that will become more
popular this year. Bohemian wedding wreaths, both oversized as
backdrops and smaller hoops as bridal party bouquets are set to become
a firm favourite, while both bouquets and décor will be bright and bold,
or made up of foliage only, in differing shades and textures to add
interest. Bridal bouquets are moving towards a free-form style – think
wild English country garden rather than a structured shape.
FOOD
The traditional sit-down meal has been on its way out now for some
time as couples opt for a more sociable element to eating. Sharing
platters, whimsically scattered with edible flowers, food vans, and finger
food such as pizza, Mexican and traditional afternoon tea is set to be
a winner. Dessert tables are also becoming increasingly en vogue,
offering a wide choice for guests to gorge themselves on. Cakes are
less of a centrepiece, but no less show stopping, with marbling, metallic
elements and green foliage the way forward.
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