Love is in the air! With engagements over the holidays and planning for summer weddings well underway, wedding season will be here before we know it. And in today’s world it can be tricky to stay in the loop on what’s “in” and what’s “out” by the time you walk down the aisle. So we’re breaking it down with our top 6 wedding trends of 2022 from eco-friendly tricks to fan-favorite activities and vendors.
Virtual Save the Dates
Save the date, save some paper, and save your money! Custom stationery, printing, and mailing can add up quickly, so we’re raising a glass to the rise of virtual save the dates in 2022. Companies like Paperless Post, GreenEnvelope, and Pingg deliver straight to your guests inbox with styles and interactive elements as eloquent as the real deal. And who knew going green could provide so much instant gratification? We’ll RSVP “yes, please.”
Outdoor Weddings & Receptions
Why celebrate with four walls when you could throw a party surrounded by Lone Star State scenery? Outdoor weddings rose to celebrity status at the height of the pandemic, but our prediction is they aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. We know Texas can basically be the biggest bridezilla of them all when it comes to weather, so this trend is best when paired with an open-air tent to protect from the elements.
Unique Vendors and Activities
Making the night memorable is the name of the game, and this year weddings are stepping it up with unique vendors and entertainment. Our top trending activity? Live event painting. Hire an artist to capture the magic in the moment to create a masterpiece you’ll love for years to come. When it comes to your guests, vendors like specialized or mobile bars (cough cough, tequila bar), barista coffee carts, and champagne towers are all in vogue.
Eco-Friendly Weddings
Staying green on your big day can seem nearly impossible. Tossing out paper goods, excess flowers and leftover decor adds up quickly. Nifty eco-friendly tips to the rescue! Forget single use glasses and plates and double check with vendors to rent instead. For smaller parties, think about items like dinnerware, seating, and decor you can purchase from your local thrift store and donate back to the organization afterwards. Check out this article with 17 green wedding ideas from Brides.
Cash and Donation Based Registries
Who doesn’t love asking for a good KitchenAid mixer or airfryer? But sometimes, what we really want is just some cold hard cash (no judgment here.) We’re here to share the good news that cash based registries are having their moment. Countless mainstream wedding registries now have options for guests to contribute towards funds towards your honeymoon, first home, and pretty much anything else you’d rather save up for over 20 different sets of plates. If you’re not a gift sort of person, try a donation based registry and ask your guests to support a charitable cause instead!
Turn to TikTok for Unique Ideas
While Pinterest will always have our hearts when it comes to wedding inspo, TikTok has proved it’s worth when it comes to creative, unique ideas that you’ve never seen before. Just a few minutes on #weddingtiktok and you’ll find innovative ways to make your guestbook standout, grab advice from brides and newly weds on common wedding mistakes and regrets, and discover the trendiest items to include in your bridesmaids proposal boxes.
