Ideas & Trends

Shades of Green
Making their mark in 2007, Green Weddings have lead the way for 2008 trends. The spring and summer seasons are the perfect time to celebrate this top spot trend. An abundance of flowers and fruit fill the markets giving brides the advantage of buying local. Outdoor venues like gardens, meadows, farm lands and lake settings make for a beautiful natural backdrop for Eco-friendly ceremonies. And though donations made in honor of your guests are popular as green wedding favors, eco-friendly favors are also a great alternative, as you'll read later.

Bloomin’ Blooms
Spring bulbs are planted in the fall, but are the first touches of color in your garden when spring arrives. Tulips, irises, daffodils, crocuses and hyacinths are the most popular springtime blooms. Summer brings in calla lilies, dendrobium orchids, dahlias, daisies and chrysanthemums. By choosing in-season flowers, you’ll be saving money and find them with ease! Don’t forget to add tall bear grass, grape leaves, or eucalyptus foliage to give your arrangements some texture and fullness.

Freshest of Fruits
Choosing a “fruit” theme is a popular choice for spring and summer weddings this year. Strawberries, blueberries, apricots, pineapples, cherries, nectarines, watermelon, and mangoes are great for color, flavor and inspiration. Create a logo with the fruit which can be used on all of your wedding stationery. Use fruity colors to help you choose bridesmaids’ dresses and groomsmen cummerbunds. Combine fruits of the same color in clear glass bowls or vases for a fresh and easy centerpiece, or place a variety in a basket. Grill fruits with meats or fish and infuse nectars in cocktails to carry the fruit theme throughout your menu.

Bold Hues & Patterns
Bold colors are a big hit this year. Choose fresh, vibrant colors that displays your personality. Incorporate playful patterns like paisley, miniature polka dots, gingham, and of course floral, into a wedding gown sash, groomsmen handkerchiefs, bridesmaids’ dresses, or even the ring bearer pillow.

What to Wear
Though traditional fabrics are acceptable for any season, fabrics like Italian cotton, silk tricotine, silk chiffon, and linens are perfect for spring and summer. Simple eyelet patterns, flowing long length skirts and a fitted bodice are this year’s style compared to conventional heavier structured gowns. Grooms can spring into the season with a 2 or 3 button blazer suit, soft cotton twill seersuckers, or a classic-style suit in linen.

Sparkle Sparkle
Jewelry trends this year are all about double duty pieces. Take a tiara and turn it into a necklace or take a hair accent piece and convert it to a broach. Lightweight, viney, filigree pieces are very popular this season as well. Whether they are silver or gold, add a splash of color to give it some flair. Vintage pieces are popular all year round. Think creatively to add heirloom pieces to your wedding day sparkle!

Favorable Favors
Seed packets are a popular choice this year—especially for outdoor weddings. For fruit themed weddings, send guests home with mini jars of preserves or a fruit flavor tea bag. Natural in color and material, bamboo fans are a nice spring wedding give away too. Include them in your wedding by having the bridesmaids hold these as a part of their bouquet. Miniature ones can be used for the groomsmen boutonnières as well.

That’s the latest Scoop from mywedding.com!

Happy Spring!