Wedding Trends | 2012 Predictions

Hello 2012! May the new year bring us 1000′s of new wedding pretties & inspiration. I have lots of predictions for this year’s wedding season trends so I thought I would share them with you here. I’ve included my Top 10 – will they come true? Time will only tell but one thing is for sure

Love never goes out of style.

Now, without further adieu…

1. Less strapless, more straps &  sleeves

            Classic elegance will be a major theme in 2012. Brides will be drawn to gowns that have more coverage and embody vintage inspired glamour. 

2. Charitable Donations as favors

                Couples are choosing to make a donation to their favorite charity in their guests honor in lieu of the traditional favor. This adds more personality and uniqueness to their special day as well as aiding a good cause. 

3. “Ugly” flowers are back in

                 Flowers like carnations & babies breath are making a come back – and I’m loving it! 

4. Mis-matched bridesmaid dresses

             More and more brides are letting their bridesmaids reflect their personal style through gowns of their choice. This lets your guests see your girlfriend’s personal flair but it still ties into the event’s overall look. 

5. Fun food

              Food is becoming more and more of an important part of weddings. Whether it’s serving a gourmet dinner, a unique dessert, or a fun ‘midnight snack’ to your guests, brides & grooms are getting more and more creative with their selections.

6. Unique tablescapes vs. cookie cutter centerpieces

           Personality really is a big theme to weddings in 2012. All brides want their special day to stand out and be different so they are really pushing the envelope with their table decor. 

7. Metallics, glitter & sparkle

            Brides are eating up glitter & glam, for some – the more bling the better. 

8. Whites + Neutrals

            Brides at the opposite of the “bling” spectrum love all white & neutral weddings with a classic, clean & crisp feel to them. Even the bridesmaids are being draped in white! 

9. Less florals, more green {succulents, herbs, etc.}

            It’s not just in an effort to save money, using more green & less florals is a beautiful trend! Especially for the nature-loving, casual, and even vintage bride. 

10. Girlie & Pretty

          Pretty in pink is another theme of 2012. Pink, peonies, pearls – the prettier the better!

Your turn :: What 2012 wedding & event trends are in your forecast?

Photo Credits

Off the shoulder gown via The Bride’s Cafe 

Sheer strap gown via Lover.ly

Susan G. Komen donation via Lover.ly

SPCA donation via Style Me Pretty 

Carnation Bouquet via Sparkle and Hay 

Babies Breath Bouquet via Inspired by This

Shades of purple ‘maids via Snippet & Ink

Neutral & casual ‘maids via Grey Likes Weddings 

Milk & cookies via Snippet & Ink

Tacos & tequila via BZ Events 

Book themed tablescape via Inspired by This

Rustic tablescape via Lover.ly

Bright colors + gold via Snippet & Ink

Neutral + silver via Style Me Pretty

White bridesmaids via Style Me Pretty

All white wedding via Style Me Pretty

Succulent centerpiece via Style Me Pretty

Lavender centerpiece via Style Me Pretty

Succulent bout via Style Me Pretty

Pink Peonies via Style Me Pretty

Pearls & vintage silver via Style Me Pretty

Girlie bling via Style Me Pretty