Top 2015 Spring Wedding Trends

As we approach 2015, it is time to plan ahead for those of you who are engaged & planning on marrying the love of your life in one of the upcoming spring months!  Based off of the runway, trending topics, what our Brides have inquired about & what we have seen become a very popular request for this particular season, we have compiled a list of the Top 2015 Spring Wedding Trends! 

2015 Spring Wedding Dresses

·         Off-the-Shoulder Necklines

o   This beautiful, delicate & romantic style of Wedding Dress is the one we are most excited to see our Bride’s wear next year!  Everything about this style is timeless & looks amazing on all Brides!

·         Tulle is Back!!

o   Incorporating Tulle to a Wedding Gown is back in style for 2015!  Now, we are not talking about a big tulle Cinderella Dress… we are talking about a slight incorporation of Tulle in a slick & modern way!  If you have however always dreamed of a ball gown, you can incorporate this trend by wearing a ruched tulle ball gown!  Vera Wang has been an ambassador of this upcoming Wedding Dress trend!

·         Embrace the Cape!

o   We saw it all over the runways & award shows, and now Wedding Dress Designers have embraced the Cape & incorporated it into their creations!  If you are a modern Bride, we highly recommend this spin on a veil!  It is so sleek & edgy, & we cannot wait for our trendy brides to wear this down the aisle!

·         Shades of Blue, Mint Green & Gray… O My!

o   In 2014, we saw that if a Bride wanted something unique & did not want to wear an all-white Wedding Gown, Blush was the way to go.  This year, believe it or not, we are seeing that Bride’s now will be choosing shades of Blue, Mint Green and even Gray!  It sounds unheard of, but take a look at this blue dress, and you cannot help but love it!

2015 Spring Wedding Colors 

 

Strawberry Ice

 

Classic Blue

 

Lucite Green

·         Some other Spring Color Trends that we love are:

o   Soft Lemon, Pearl, Leaf Green, Orchid Tint, Marsala, & basically anything Pastel!

2015 Spring Wedding Flowers

·         Between Floral Arrangements & Bouquets, Spring 2015 is all about softness, femininity & romance!  We have been seeing & have found requests for Pastels in every shade & color!  From your soft pinks/blush to your pastel yellows, greens & blues, these colors are trending & should look absolutely stunning when incorporated into Wedding Décor!  Some specific flowers we have seen trending for 2015 are Hydrangeas, Orchids, Hyacinths, Garden Roses, and of course the ever-popular Peonies. 

 

 

2015 Spring Wedding Cakes

·         The Sequin Cake

o   Sequin Cakes are just jaw-dropping!  They bring a “wow factor” that grabs everyone’s attention and really takes the spotlight in the room!  Not only are sequin cakes trending for Spring 2015, we are particularly seeing them in the colors of Engagement Rings!  The one shown below is in Rose Gold, but we are also seeing Gold & Silver Sequin Cakes trend as well! 

 

·         The Metallic Cake

o   Sticking with the topic of Engagement Ring colors, it looks like Metallic Cakes are trending even more in the upcoming year, & we cannot get enough of it! 

·         Attention Boho/Vintage Brides

o   The Naked Cake is still trending for 2015!  As the Boho theme becomes more & more popular, the Naked Cake will rise along with it!  It gives a very simple & classic vibe & is perfect for the natural Bride!

·         Sick of Fondant?

o   Well it looks like most 2015 Brides are too!  Right now Buttercream Cakes are taking the lead in how a cake is covered!  It still looks absolutely gorgeous… and not to mention tastes better! 

2015 Spring Wedding Food Trends

·         Self-Serve

o   We are still seeing that Self-Serve stations are one of the top trends again for 2015!  Guests love the fact that they can go up & choose & create whatever they would like.  Examples of these are “Build Your Own Sundae Bar”, a Smore’s Station, Create their own Popcorn bar & much, much more!  It is a very cute & personal idea that all guests will appreciate!

 

·         Locally Sourced

o   Food being sourced from local farms is still a growing trend as well for 2015.  We saw this increase in 2014, and it looks like this beneficial & healthy food service is being requested to Chef’s even more!  This would be perfect for the Boho/Vintage Weddings, and can be played up with rustic décor like wood, wildflowers, mason jars & more! 

·         Comfort Foods

o   Again for those of you who are the Rustic/Boho/Vintage Brides, incorporating Comfort Foods into your menu is a perfect way to go!  These items should be simple, plentiful & are items that most of your guests should know. Great examples of comfort foods that could be served at weddings are soups, cheese & cracker stations, mac n’ cheese, meat carving stations, potatoes & breads. 

·          Food Trucks

o   Food Trucks need to put it in park as a Wedding Trend, because they are here to stay!  For the last few years we have noticed Bride’s & Groom’s incorporating their favorite foods by having their favorite food truck either during their cocktail hour for appetizers, or even providing Late Night Snacks!  Either way, it is a very cute idea, and one that everyone will love & remember! 

Spring 2015 Weddings are going to be absolutely magnificent!  After taking a look at these upcoming trends, we cannot wait to see what our Clients have in store & what amazing ideas they would like to incorporate into their Special Days!  2015 looks to be the year of romance, softness, femininity & of course, love!

BBFN (Bridal Bliss For Now),

Olivia

Here Comes the Bride...

Ladies, you've found the right guy, he found the right ring, now you must truly find “The One.” Your wedding gown of course! Many brides find selecting their wedding gown the most FUN part of planning their wedding. So, first and foremost, take some time and ENJOY finding your gown, the one that will bring a tears to your eye, and probably mom’s too.

Your dress will set the tone for your wedding so keep that in mind as you hit the racks. As you search here are some helpful hints to know before you hit the store:

Style

All kinds of words are used to describe the shape of a gown. Hopefully this will help you know what you’re looking at.

The Ball gown/Princess shape is traditional, poofy, and what comes to mind when you think of a Princess getting married. There is typically a more fitted bodice but the skirt is big big big. This style is flattering on most and favored by those who want to camouflage their hips.

Empire/Babydoll: This gown will have a “flowing” feel from just below the bust through to the floor. Girls who want to enjoy food on their big day, without worrying about their tummy showing may want to look at this style of gown.

Trumpet/Mermaid/Fit n Flare: This gown is going to be fitted through the body to somewhere between the hips and the knees, and then it will flare out some. Each dress will vary in just how fitted it is and how much volume comes with that flare. This cut can give the look of curves to those with a more athletic build or accentuate the waist of a bride who wants to work her curves.

A-Line: This style is very similar to the Ball Gown or Princess shape, there is a fitted bodice, however there is less volume in the skirt. This is a universally flattering style.

Sheath: This style of gown is pretty fitted throughout the gown from top to bottom. This gown will highlight hips and probably won’t leave a lot of room for enjoying a big meal on your wedding day.

Other things to think about are the style of neckline (strapless, halter, sweetheart, etc.), length of train (if any), and amount of beading and lacework you are comfortable with.

Color:

White, Bright White, Diamond White, Antique White, Off-white, Champagne, Ivory... Who knew there could be so many shades of the color your groom will inevitably call white?

Think about the colors you typically wear because they look best against your skin tone. If you find yourself wearing more cool tones you will most likely find yourself happiest in more of a “white white” gown. If you tend to go warm in your clothing and make-up you will probably want one of the softer versions of white. Many shops will only have a sample gown in one color, but they can order it in a few so try on the sample and look at their swatches.

Party:

I’m not going to dive into Bridesmaid gowns, I’m talking about the entourage of ladies that all want to go dress shopping with you. Remember that every person you bring will have an opinion on what you should be looking for and ultimately buying. Bring a few ladies who are close to you, who will be honest with you, and that’s it. No reason to let all those voices get in your head and sway your decision. You know your style, your body and what you like, you will know your gown.

At the Bridal Gown Salon:

Be open to trying on gowns that are different than what you imagined. You may think you “know” what you want, but you have most likely never seen yourself in an actual wedding gown before. Step outside of your comfort zone and try on something different. It won’t hurt anything and you just might surprise yourself.

Be honest with yourself, and your sales consultant, about your budget. No reason to fall in love with an $8,000 gown if you budget is $1,500.

And finally, as my friends on TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress” would say, think of your dress like your fiancé, once you find “The One” stop looking!

BBFN (Bridal Bliss for Now),

Olivia