4 Latest Gay Wedding Trends

Couples around the world are racing down the aisle having postponed 18+ months of weddings. And, while delayed weddings brought with them much frustration, we are seeing worthwhile changes in weddings that we have social distancing to thank. While these changes might be as fleeting as any trend, some of them we hope are here to stay.  

1 - Hybrid weddings: 

While the pandemic all but shut down big, show-stopping weddings, many couples created memorable virtual weddings which were both intimate and grand. 

Going forward it is likely that grooms will enjoy intimate weddings that are still inclusive. Your nearest and dearest will attend IRL, while your next circle of friends and colleagues will participate on screen. Couples will experience intimacy and scale, while guests will love having been included while not having to go to the lengths some weddings require for one to attend.  

And, because of these smaller weddings, we are seeing people marry in exquisitely romantic spots—from tiny courtyards to remote forest corners—that could never serve a crowd. 

2 - Budget reallocation: 

Cost is always the biggest bugbear between couples-to-be. And, with weddings becoming more intimate, costs will adjust accordingly. 

For some, this might mean simply spending less because people understand why couples might opt for a small or hybrid wedding. For others, this might mean spending money differently. 

And where we see couples spending a little more lavishly is on grand florals, elaborate guest gift boxes and highly specialized mixologists. 

3 - Tiny toasts: 

With more intimate weddings and specialized cocktails, there's room for everyone at your wedding to share reflections on each groom and provide perspective on married life. Take the pressure off everyone by inviting all guests to give small toasts throughout the reception. The more spontaneous the better. 

For those attending virtually, rather than a gift (which most definitely is not required of guests attending virtually) ask them to put down a few words of wisdom "in the chat," or in a card. 

Tiny toasts also refer to the continued trend of serving single portions of everything at your reception. From individual crudité platters to individual cakes, people will continue to exercise care and minimize interaction with buffets, big food displays and unnecessary interaction with your delicious catering. 

4 - Weddingmoon: 

We predicted this trend a while back for different reasons, but it could not be more relevant today. Why add the cost and risk of honeymoon travel when where you've opted to tie the knot is most likely a place you'd enjoy for a honeymoon. Or why not pick a spot that serves both for your wedding and your honeymoon. 

As we shared previously, hosting a weddingmoon also means you can include some of your nearest and dearest to keep the wedding festivities going. 

Check out our inspo board for ideas on how to bring to life these trends, and many others, for your dream wedding.

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