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2024 Wedding Trends: What to Expect for this Year’s Nuptials

Photo: Sean Thomas Photography

New year, new weddings! 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year for couples planning their big day. Brides and grooms are ditching tired traditions in favor of celebrations that authentically reflect their love story. Keep reading to discover the top 2024 wedding trends we can’t wait to see!

Mid-Week Weddings

Photo: Erika Geier Photography | Venue: Magnolia Hotel Houston | Gown: Belle Ame Bridal

Thanks to remote work flexibility, weekday weddings are on the rise! Avoid weekend markups by hosting your nuptials mid-week when guests can easily work from your exotic destination wedding locale. Destination weddings show no signs of slowing down in 2024, so say, “I do,” surrounded by stunning views and your nearest and dearest on a weekday.

Over-the-Top Wedding Entertainment

Photo: Ama by Aisha | Wedding Entertainment: Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band | Lighting: Bright Star Productions | Tent: Houston Tents & Events | Linens, Chairs + Tables: EB Inc Event Rentals

Make your reception one for the books by swapping rushed dinners for long, lavish evenings filled with entertainment at every turn! We’re talking aerialists, professional dancers, and musical performers – pull out all the stops! Have live music during cocktails, a roving magician table-to-table over dinner, or an electric dance party to cap the night. The sky’s the limit for wow-worthy wedding entertainment in 2024!

Small but Lavish Celebrations

Photo: Bottega53 | Venue: Villa Astor, The Heritage Collection | Wedding Planning, Design & Production: Mitheo Events

Grand affairs step aside – couples are opting for intimate luxury with their nearest and dearest by their side. Think stunning floral arrangements, decadent multi-course dinners, and unique lounge vignettes just for your VIP guests. Focus on quality over quantity to create a truly memorable event with a quiet luxury vibe.

Documentary Style Photographs

Photo: Marco Wang Photography | Venue: The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa | Flowers + Decor: Plants N’ Petals | Registry + Stationery: Bering’s | Cake: Susie’s Cakes | Rehearsal Dinner Venue: Ouisie’s Table

Out with stiff, posed shots – in with documentary-style authentic moments! Hire talented videographers, photographers or content creators to blend in for romantic, organic photos and videos. Capture real laughter, stolen kisses, and unscripted joy. Ditch the typical poses and embrace candid memories that you’ll treasure forever.

Fine Jewelry and Accessories For The Groom

Photo: Anna Wright Photography

Another 2024 wedding trend will be custom accessories and fine jewelry for grooms. From intricate broaches to pearl necklaces, expect to see grooms don lavish accents down the aisle. Whether aiming for an elegant style or making an adventurous fashion statement, see these fine Houston jewelers for aisle-ready accessories.

Champagne Towers

Photo: Morgan Brooks Photography | Jewelry: Shaftel Diamonds

Get ready to toast the night away with champagne towers. These timeless displays of cascading flutes overflowing with bubbly are here to stay. Cheers to champagne towers in 2024!

2024 is set to be a year of unique, unconventional weddings. From intimate vows to extravagant entertainment, they’re crafting one-of-a-kind affairs tailored to their personalities and priorities. Brides and grooms are ensuring their big day is uniquely them by putting their own spin on details and discarding expected conventions. We can’t wait to see what novel trends unfold as couples say “I do” in 2024!

“2024 Wedding Trends We Can’t Wait To See” Spotlight WiH Partners- Photo: Erika Geier Photography | Venue: Magnolia Hotel Houston | Bridal Gown: Belle Ame Bridal | Wedding Entertainment: Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band | Lighting: Bright Star Productions | Tent: Houston Tents & Events | Linens, Chairs + Tables: EB Inc Event Rentals | Venue: The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa | Flowers + Decor: Plants N’ Petals | Registry + Stationery: Bering’s | Cake: Susie’s Cakes | Rehearsal Dinner Venue: Ouisie’s Table | Jewelry: Shaftel Diamonds

Contributing Vendors- Photo: Sean Thomas Photography / Bottega53 / Ama by Aisha / Marco Wang Photography / Anna Wright Photography / Morgan Brooks Photography / Salubria Manor / Ema Giangreco Weddings / Janna Brown Design / Anna Breeding / Papier Handmade / Monique Lhuillier Bride / SuitShop / Paisley & Jade / Alexia’s Bridal Boutique / PhotoVision / Mitheo Events / Luigi De Gregorio / Villa Astor, The Heritage Collection / Marco Failla / Bencivenga Alta Sartoria / Manola Spaziani / Celia Kritharioti / Armando Malafronte / LetterInk / Yvat & Klerb / Sorrento Wedding Catering / GeG Party Services / Botias Accessories / Christian Zane Jewelry / Profumeria Charme / Allegoria Textiles / Sorrento Tourist Office

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