7. Live Like The Movies
Something really trendy right now is 'The Great Gatsby,' with a garden party feel. Some things that can come out of that are tea sandwiches, champagne cocktails or champagne towers, which are making a comeback. ‘The Great Gatsby’ is huge right now. Even before the buzz of the movie, vintage and art deco styles were pretty popular.
8. Feel at Home
Flights are a big trend at the cocktail hour or even at the reception. It may be wine tasting, or beer flights, maybe from breweries around where you're from. For example, if you went to college in the Midwest you might serve beer from a great local brewery there. If you grew up in the South or the North and now live somewhere else, it's nice to have something to represent that, like a lobster roll or clam chowder if you're from New England. Or if you're from Georgia, maybe peach cobbler or something with peaches. Or perhaps a nice Wisconsin mac and cheese bar.
9. Not Just a Cake
A few years ago, everyone was loving cupcakes at their weddings. Now it’s pies, macaron cakes, crepe cakes—more non-traditional desserts. Brides today are leaning more toward cakes and themed desserts now. Because of Pinterest creativity has really exploded, not just with cakes but with everything involved in a wedding. There's so much more imagery out there—a bride can see a cake, bring it to a local bakery and say, “I want this.”
10. Be Creative
Brides, be creative! This is your special day. Make it what will make you happy and reflect on your special time fondly.
Chef Lynn Johnson
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