2025 Wedding Trends

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Although any wedding should be unique to the happy couple, trends often sneak their way into the celebration. We’ve rounded up a list of some  wedding trends to be on the lookout for during the 2025 wedding season.

By Anna Hughes

Elongated Diamonds

For the past few years, oval diamonds have been the leading pick for engagement rings. For future brides-to-be, jewelers say that elongated cushion cuts are on the rise. For an additional flair, consider a unique gemstone like a sapphire or canary diamond.

Documentary Photography

It seems many couples are ditching dozens of posed photos and opting for documentary style photography. This might include detail-shots, candid moments, and dramatic editing. These precious pictures might end up being the family favorites!

Tablescapes

Many wedding planners are replacing dainty with decadence—especially in the tablescapes and centerpieces. Instead of classic floral arrangements, guests can expect to see unique and colorful craftings potentially including fruits and vegetables. Also popular will be a lack of florals entirely, focused on greenery and earthy tones.

Drapery

Dramatic drapery is one of the trends to watch out for most this wedding season. Expect to see stunning, floor to ceiling drapes—a unique way to add elegance and flair to a wedding during any season.

Alternate Desserts

Let them eat cake! And cupcakes, and donuts, and ice cream, and macaroons. The list goes on. Instead of traditional wedding cake, consider a variety of dessert options to round out your food selections.

Elopement

Many couples are ditching the “go big or go home” mentality. Instead, they’re choosing to go small and buy a home. This is leading to an increase in intimate ceremonies and elopements.

Bows

Bows have been a staple of the fashion scene during the last year, and wedding experts say they’re not going anywhere just yet. From invitations to decorations and dress details, this subtle touch of femininity is a classic, yet playful, addition to the wedding weekend.

No Bridal Parties

The age of matching dresses or tuxedos for your seven closest friends might be coming to an end. More and more couples
will be relieving their inner circles of bridal party duties and associated costs, leaving the altar to newlyweds only.

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