Spring 2025 Wedding Trends: What's Hot This Season
- Adreean Shanklin
- Mar 26
- 3 min read
Let me tell you, spring 2025 weddings are all about keeping it real while still creating those jaw-dropping moments everyone remembers. I've been watching these trends emerge, and they're pretty exciting!
Hometown Celebrations Making a Comeback
You know what's funny? After years of everyone jetting off to Tulum or Italy, couples are rediscovering the magic of celebrating where their story actually began. I talked to a bride last week who transformed her parents' backyard into this absolutely enchanting space that had way more meaning than any resort could offer. Sometimes it takes an outside perspective to see how special the familiar can be, right?
No More Bar Lines (Finally!)
Can we all agree that nothing kills the vibe faster than standing in line for 20 minutes waiting for a drink? Ready-to-drink cocktails and mocktails are saving the day in 2025. Picture this: guests grab perfectly mixed drinks without missing a beat of the celebration. One wedding I attended had these gorgeous glass bottles of pre-mixed negronis with custom labels—everyone was talking about them for weeks!
Draping That Makes You Go "Wow"
Flowers are lovely, but have you seen what dramatic draping can do to a space? It's like walking into a dream. Couples are hanging luxurious fabrics from ceilings, wrapping them around pillars, and creating incredible backdrops that completely transform ordinary venues. I saw a ceremony recently where flowing ivory fabrics created this soft cocoon around the couple—it was breathtaking and probably cost half what a flower wall would have.
Vintage Vibes Are Back
There's something so romantic about bringing elements from the past into your big day. I'm seeing lots of velvets, ribbons, and gorgeous textured details that feel both nostalgic and fresh. And yes, bows are still going strong! A friend just showed me her invitations with this beautiful wax seal and ribbon detail—sometimes the classics just work, you know?
Why Have One Day When You Can Have Three?
Listen, if you're gathering all your favorite people in one place, why rush it? Multi-day celebrations are huge right now. I just attended a wedding weekend that included a welcome dinner, the main event, and then a super chill farewell brunch. By the end, I felt like I'd made actual connections instead of just saying quick hellos at the reception.
Content Creators Capturing the Real Stuff
The staged photos are nice for the mantle, but the content creators are capturing those authentic moments photographers might miss—your grandma's face when you first appear in your dress, your best friend ugly-crying during the vows, the epic dance-off at 11pm. These raw, emotional snippets end up being the memories couples treasure most.
Guests as Part of Your Color Story
I went to a wedding last month where everyone wore shades of terracotta and sage, and I'm not exaggerating when I say the photos looked like they were straight out of a magazine. These aesthetic dress codes create this incredible visual harmony that elevates the entire vibe. Just be specific on your invites—"earthy tones" mean very different things to different people, trust me!
Whether you're planning your own spring wedding or just attending one, these trends are making celebrations more personal, more beautiful, and honestly, more fun. After all, isn't that what it's all about?
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