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9 New Wedding Trends for Couples Getting Married This Year

Instant classics? These current wedding trends have major staying power.

Written by Amy Moeller
| Published on September 4, 2019
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Photograph by Abby Jiu Photography

While new wedding trends are always popping up and then fading out, we think these are here to stay—at least for a while. From intricate invitation suites to photo-worthy send-off ideas, we’ve rounded up our favorite new wedding trends.

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Stationery by Emily Baird Design; Photograph by Lisa Blume Photography

Over-The-Top Stationery

The talent among Washington-area designers for putting together epic stationery suites is impressive. Plus, invitations are the first impression guests have of your wedding day, so they’re not a bad place to splurge.

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Flowers by Love Blooms Floral Design; Photograph by Kir Tuben Photography

Flower-Girl Florals

We will always love a basket of petals, but florists are finding adorable ways to accessorize pint-size attendants, including floral crowns and tiny bouquets.

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Planning and Design by Beacon & Berkeley Events; Photograph by Jodi & Kurt Photography

Intimate I Do’s

There’s something so special about a small, intimate wedding. Keeping your guest count under control is the easiest way to manage a budget, but it also helps you maximize time with loved ones and minimize the stress that comes with a planning a large party, all while fashioning the wedding of your dreams.

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Florals by Sweet Root Village; Photograph by Abby Jiu Photography

Smilax Vines

Hardly a new idea, well-placed greenery can warm up an industrial space or add a Mediterranean vibe. Smilax is a vine that doesn’t feel too wintry or holiday-esque.

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Photograph by Elizabeth Fogarty

Cocktail Receptions

Aren’t the appetizers the best part of every meal? Make the passed hors d’oeuvres and stations plentiful, and guests won’t miss the sit-down meal.

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Photograph by Procopio Photography

All The Yellow

Is there a more cheerful color? We love seeing layered tones of this lively hue.

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Planning and Design by Caroline Dutton Events; Photograph by Audra Wrisley Photography

Textured Linens

Pairing texture linens with china evokes an intimate home dinner party.

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Cake by Fluffy Thoughts Cakes; Photograph by Jenny B Photography

Great Cakes

Cakes like this one, adorned with macarons, can tie a dessert table together.

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Photograph by Procopio Photography

Confetti Photos

Is tossing confetti the new sparkler send-off idea?

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Amy leads Washingtonian Weddings and writes Style Setters for Washingtonian. Prior to joining Washingtonian in March 2016, she was the editor of Capitol File magazine in DC and before that, editor of What’s Up? Weddings in Annapolis.

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