Top 2025 Wedding Trends: What’s In for the Year Ahead

Planning a wedding in 2025? The upcoming year is shaping up to be full of fresh ideas, bold choices, and personal touches that make each celebration truly unique. At Simply Fresh Events, we’re always looking ahead to help our couples create unforgettable moments. Here’s a look at the top wedding trends for 2025 that you’ll want to keep on your radar!

1. Bold Color Palettes & Jewel Tones

Soft pastels are making way for richer, moodier color schemes. Expect to see deep jewel tones like emerald, sapphire, and amethyst taking center stage, along with bold combinations like burnt orange and burgundy or midnight blue and gold. Couples are embracing colors that make a statement and add personality to their wedding décor.

2. Non-Traditional Wedding Venues

Couples are thinking beyond ballrooms and traditional venues. Distilleries, historic estates, botanical gardens, galleries, and unique historical spaces are all becoming increasingly popular for their character and unique ambiance. Venues like McClintock Distilling, Fathom Gallery, Shadow Creek, President Lincoln’s Cottage, and Creek’s Edge Winery offer diverse and distinctive settings, ranging from industrial-chic to rustic elegance. These spaces allow couples to craft a wedding that truly reflects their style and vision.  Check out our venue page to see the all the amazing venues we work with.

3. Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Weddings

Sustainability continues to be a major focus. Expect to see seasonal and locally sourced menus, biodegradable décor, reusable floral arrangements, and digital invitations replacing paper. Couples are prioritizing vendors who align with their values, making choices that are both stunning and sustainable.

4. Elevated Guest Experiences

It’s all about creating an immersive experience. From interactive food stations and custom cocktails to live entertainment and lounge-style seating, couples are finding new ways to make their guests feel special. Think espresso martini bars, cigar rolling stations, or even late-night food trucks!

5. Candid & Documentary-Style Photography

While posed portraits will always have their place, more couples are leaning into documentary-style photography that captures raw, unfiltered moments. The result? Wedding albums filled with genuine laughter, happy tears, and unscripted joy—perfect for telling the full story of the day. We have an amazing list of vendors that we can recommend to you if need be.

6. Regal Bridal Fashion & Statement Accessories

Bridal fashion in 2025 is all about modern royalty. Expect to see structured silhouettes, dramatic sleeves, and cathedral-length veils. Statement accessories like bold pearl earrings, bridal gloves, and custom capes are also trending, bringing a touch of old-world glamour to contemporary weddings.

7. Multi-Day Wedding Celebrations

Instead of just one big day, more couples are opting for wedding weekends with welcome parties, group excursions, and farewell brunches. This is especially popular for destination weddings or celebrations where guests are traveling in from out of town.

8. Creative Lighting & Immersive Decor

Lighting is playing a bigger role than ever before in setting the mood. Expect to see twinkling fairy lights, LED installations, oversized chandeliers, and custom monogram projections. These elements transform any space and add an extra layer of magic to the night.

9. Unplugged & Intimate Ceremonies

More couples are choosing intimate, phone-free ceremonies to keep the focus on the moment. Guests are encouraged to be present rather than snapping pictures, ensuring an emotional, connected experience.

10. Personalized Wedding Menus

Food and drink offerings are getting a personal touch. Couples are curating menus that reflect their favorite meals, family traditions, or cultural influences. Think signature cocktails inspired by where they met, or dessert bars featuring childhood favorites. Customization is key, and something we specialize in!

Ready to Plan Your 2025 Wedding?

At Simply Fresh Events, we love bringing these trends to life in ways that feel authentic to each couple. Whether you’re drawn to bold color palettes, immersive guest experiences, or one-of-a-kind venues, we’re here to help make your wedding vision a reality.

Let’s start planning—contact us today!