Wedding Trends 2021
I write this blog following last night’s government announcement confirming that from 19th July, social restrictions as we know it will come to an end, which is literally music to our ears! We are so excited for the future of weddings and celebrations. We know we are not completely out of the woods yet with the pandemic, but this announcement allows couples to finally make plans for the future and to create the wedding they have always wanted, and as dedicated London wedding planners, we can help!
2021 saw weddings adapt quite quickly to the ‘new’ world. This year it has been all about the micro wedding. Small gatherings of close family and friends for an intimate and socially distanced ceremony, followed by a small wedding breakfast and party or a ‘save the date’ for a big celebration to follow once restrictions allow it.
Face masks during the ceremony, no dancing, no singing, all the things we love about a wedding have been effectively taken away, so the news that weddings can take place in the style we know and love, is very exciting.
Here are our top wedding trends of 2021, some of which are definitely here to stay.
Buying British
2021 has seen a boom for British designers as brides look to wear designs that are British made. This year has seen a huge strain on the economy with small businesses and shops struggling massively, so there has thankfully been a surge in trend for buying local by utilising independent shops, local caterers and suppliers. . Couples buying through platforms like Etsy rather than Amazon and ordering from independent suppliers rather than large companies, which all helps our economy get back on its feet.
Return to tradition
Treasured memories with family and friends are more important than ever. Timeless dresses, nostalgic fragrances and traditional speeches have been popular this year. Couples getting married in their local, childhood church, statement floral arches and stunning meadow flowers lining the aisle. A marquee in the grounds of a family home, or country estate setting has also become more popular in 2021.
Sustainability
This isn’t a trend of course, as it is quite rightly a top priority for many these days, with couples, venues and suppliers alike. This links back to using local produce, sourcing locally produced meats and vegetables, local beer and wines from some incredible independent breweries, and choosing a venue in a beautiful setting with stunning backdrops for photos, requiring less non recyclable material which means less to throw in landfill afterwards.
Glamour
As much of 2020 and 2021 has been spent working from home wearing leggings and hoodies, everyone is desperate for a good excuse for full on glamorous style! Statement earrings, heirloom necklaces and Hollywood glamour hair with pearl and diamond hair accessories. Deep red lips and a confident style is what we have all been dreaming of and old school glamour is making a big comeback.
Immersive Ambience
From a stunning pea lit canopy to a woodland styled walkway full of meadow flowers and glorious fragrance, immersive experiences for guests are here to stay. A wedding breakfast in a beautiful forest setting, or a barn with dramatic suspended floral installations, creating immersive, unique experiences for your guests is so much fun and adds really interesting dimensions to your day. As a London wedding planner, we have created many themes and styles for weddings and celebrations, and we would love to help with yours .
Anything goes
If the past 16 months has taught us anything, it is that time is our most precious resource, and having the wedding day that you want and doing it your way, in your own style, is a trend that is definitely here to stay. As luxury London wedding planners we can help you every step of the way in creating the perfect wedding day, in your own unique style. We have a wealth of experience and a dedicated team of talented creatives so the possibilities really are endless.
As a London based luxury wedding planner, we would love to help you create the wedding of your dreams. We specialise in timeless, elegant weddings in beautiful surroundings and we have a wealth of experience in delivering high-end weddings and private celebrations for our clients, in a variety of locations.
We would love to hear from you so please get in touch for an informal chat about your upcoming celebrations.