The Dress
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The hottest upcoming trend has been“ liquid minimalism,” with the likes of Danielle Frankel and Monique Lhuillier. Think minimalist, flowing silhouettes, basque-drop waists and micro-bows, slip dresses and gowns that move like water as you walk down the aisle.
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Many opt for a pre-owned dress to save big, or a gown from a retail store as opposed to a famous designer, because the only thing that matters about your wedding dress is whether you love it. You can also avoid heavy( and expensive) fabrics like silk shantung, and instead choose fabrics like chiffon. Bonus that these are more breathable in tropical climates!
Catering
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The hottest trend has been foods that tell a story— specifically your story. Couples are drawing inspiration from the big moments( where they met, where their first date was, where they got engaged) to inform the wedding menu. If your story is a bit all over the place culinarily, never fear; other hot trends are raw seafood bars and authentic street food.
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Opt for local dishes and flavors, buffetstyle. Stick to serving only wine and beer. Consider switching out the typical extravagant wedding cake for a smaller display cake, and supplementing it with an array of other desserts.
Photography
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Authenticity will continue to be a premium good for the foreseeable future. If you have a photographer in mind who can hit the blurred-action wedding reception shot or the messy detail shot with the pastiche of Richard Attenborough or Werner Herzog, you’ re simply going to have to pay whatever their rate is; you can’ t put a price on that kind of viewfinder.
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Consider hiring a photographer who is newer to the business and may charge less. Or book a photographer for a halfday. The key is to find a photographer whose style you love.
Floral
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You are essentially bound to the flora of your wedding venue’ s region, but that doesn’ t mean you can’ t consider trends. Floral arrangements continue to trend minimalist and all-natural; think wildflowers, with texture and long stems, but just enough curation that a discerning eye can tell it’ s styled and editorial.
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Lean in to the local charm with local flowers. Simple, native arrangements play to the venue, providing a harmony between the arrangement and the natural surroundings. If they grow there naturally, chances are they’ ll look great on your big day.
Favors
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The trendiest wedding favors tend to check two boxes:“ Useful,” and“ eco-conscious.” Personalized matchboxes, canvas tote bags, pashmina shawls and small-batch local treats are all mementos your guests will be eager to take home and get some use out of.
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You already gave them the gift of a beautiful ceremony and reception, plus an excuse to travel to an absolutely stunning locale. Take the eco-conscious trend one step further and just skip party favors.
THE PERKS OF WORKING WITH PROS
The one simple secret for saving? Many all-inclusive resorts provide wedding packages that include much of the above; some packages are even free if your party stays a certain number of nights. Trusting your resort with flowers, reception venue, ceremony setup, photography, catering and more is an easy way to save both cash and stress.
And then, for all the logistics of getting your guests to your wedding, trust our travel agency. We can handle coordinating everything from airline reservations to booking preferred room type, all while offering exclusive perks, amenities and discounts with the leading names in travel.
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