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Custom and Creative “ Some personal touches from the couple for their guests that are popular include guest welcome bags and boxes , as well as personalized menu cards at the reception . There is no better way to really make your guests feel welcome than giving a gift or card that is personalized to them !”– Danielle McCarthy and Ellen PJ Kelly , Co-owners of Champagne and Ink , champagneandink . com
Bevy of Bevvies “ On the beverage front , kombucha cocktails , non-alcoholic beers ( not just O ’ Douls !) and wines and seltzer bars with all the bling are a thing ! Champagne towers remain strong and then Bourbon bars and seasonal , local craft beers are as popular as ever .” – Elaine Twombly , Director of Business Development at the Catered Affair , thecateredaffair . com
Double It Up “ Twins and stacks are top of the popularity this year for wedding bands . More and more brides-to-be are choosing not just one wedding band , but multiple . They are creating a symmetrical look with twin bands , or spicing up the stack with different shaped bands that create a dynamic look when combined together .” – Janina Messerlian , Assistant General Manager of Baxter ’ s Fine Jewelry , baxtersjewelry . com
Blushing Bride “ We ’ re seeing blush and nude tone linings on lace dresses . It makes the lace pop and is very complimentary on different skin tones . We ’ re also seeing clean , streamline-looking dresses in crepe , satin and mikado .” – Christina Carlson , Owner of the Bridal Garden , bridalgardenri . net
Stolen Moments “ My favorite trend of 2021 is couples choosing to read love letters or vows to each other privately . It ’ s a great way to take pressure off the ceremony while telling your partner how you truly feel . Bonus points go to couples who want to do this during sunset .” – Jarret Blinkhorn , Owner and Filmmaker of JB Horn Film , jbhorn . com