WHAT IS YOUR WEDDING STYLE?
Maybe you’ve had a secret wedding Pinterest board for years and know exactly what you want, or maybe you’re overwhelmed by the millions of photos you’ve seen and don’t know where to start. No matter what boat you’re in, we’re here to help you find the perfect vibe to make your wedding day truly special. Read on for our tips on how to find your wedding style.
1. Chat with your partner
First things first, talk it through with your partner. Whether they’re giving you free reign or have their own Pinterest board, you’ll want to make sure you’re on the same page when it comes to what you both are envisioning for the day.
2. Choose a level of formality
Consider the overall vibe you’re looking for. Do you want your day to be more formal or a little bit casual? Formality will impact everything from food service to linens, to guest attire and everything in between. Nailing this down first will help you narrow down a style. Opting for black tie? Go glam. Keeping it casual? Rustic might be for you!
GLAMOROUS
Photos by Amanda May Photos and Cheslea Summar
3. Consider the season
The season you choose to have your wedding can inform things like color palette, floral choices, linen textures, and more. Summer is a great time to incorporate tropical arrangements and vibrant colors, while fall and winter are perfect for luxe velvet linens and rich color palettes like rust orange, wine red, or emerald green.
Sarah and Joseph embraced spring by bringing the outside in with stunning hanging florals and pastel hues.
ROMANTIC SPRING
TROPICAL SUMMER
MODERN FALL
MODERN CLASSIC WINTER
Photos by Ashton Brooke, Scarlett Jager, Jacqueline Davidson, Glenai Gilbert, Molly Peach, and Love Is A Big Deal
4. Choose a color palette
Once you’ve nailed down formality and the season, and talked to your partner about what colors are absolute yays and nays, it’s time to choose a color palette. Because colors evoke different emotions, it can help inform overall style and vibe. We associate blues with serenity, while reds evoke feelings of passion and love. A black and white color palette feels sophisticated and powerful, lending itself to classic, modern, or glamorous styles, while vibrant colors work well with vintage-inspired, Bohemian, and tropical styles.
At The Bridge Building, Susie and Connar's all white color palette combined with clean modern lines created an air of simple sophistication.
Gray, a Bell Tower bride and stylist at Local Honey, was three steps ahead of Pantone and chose a magenta color palette for her 2022 wedding. Hues of pink and red were paired with vintage furniture and striking florals, creating an overall romantic and retro vibe.
MODERN CLASSIC
RETRO ROMANTIC
Photos by Kristin Sweeting and Alexis May
5. Consider your personal style
How would you describe your personal style? Minimalist, a little rock n’ roll, or country club chic? If fashion is an important part of how you express yourself and show your personality, think about incorporating the same elements into your wedding design.
Georgia and Chance’s October wedding was a true reflection of their personal style. Punk and goth, yet minimal.
Anna Caroline, style maven and owner of the boutique L.A. Green, incorporated fashion trends like silver metallics and 70s glam into her day. Likewise, Gray, a Bell Tower bride and stylist at Local Honey, was influenced by silver metallics and the trending color magenta.
MOODY MODERN
TRENDY RETRO
Photos by Scarlett Jager and Sarah Partain
6. Look at how you decorate your home
Get inspired by interior design. Our homes are often reflections of ourselves, so if you want your wedding to be uniquely you, take a look around you. How does the space feel? What colors do you use? Is your home more minimal and modern or vibrant and eclectic?
MINIMAL MODERN
MODERN BOHO
Photos by Andrew Allen Morton and Sabrina Englehart
7. Consider your passions
Do you want to incorporate any shared passions into your decor? Maybe you have a shared love of gardening or you're passionate about your family heritage; these elements can influence your style.
Bridge Building bride Emmy loves Bonnaroo and has been to the music festival every year for the past decade. She brought the fun, festival vibe to life with vibrant florals, oriental rugs, vintage lounge furniture, disco balls, and more.
VINTAGE BOHO
Photos by Sabrina Englehart and John Myers Photography
8. Find a muse
You should have a pretty good idea of what your wedding style is at this point, but if all else fails – find a muse. If you’ve seen a wedding you love on TV, in a movie, or in a magazine, that’s a good place to start. Royal weddings, like Meghan and Harry’s, are loaded with classic wedding inspiration. Mandy Moore’s is what boho wedding dreams are made of, and Audrey Hepburn’s is sure to spark ideas for any vintage enthusiast. Who's your muse?
CLASSIC SOUTHERN
Photos by Abbey Garner Photography
At the end of the day, don’t feel like you have to fit in a box. Create harmony by combining different elements and styles to truly make your wedding your own.
