I LOVE picking at the StudioWed Asheville wedding planners brains and finding out what is trending in the wedding industry this season!  Every season there are new trends that are becoming popular, and there are definitely ones that need to go! However, lets not focus on the negatives and instead focus on the new and improved wedding trends of 2016!

We reached out to our friends over at Verge Events to find out what they are loving currently! Sarah, one of Verge Events wedding designers, chimed in with some great new wedding trends that are oh so trendy currently! Enjoy and happy planning!

1) Acrylic – we’re moving away from the rustic and onto modern! Acrylic chairs are very popular right now. Also acrylic signage, we looooooove this trend, it’s different and sleek and clean. Everything looks like it’s floating.

photo credit :: Verge Events Instagram

When it comes to fashion we all know that trends come ago.  Which is why we thought it would be a good idea to reach out to Margaux, owner of Wildflower Bridal, and get an update on wedding dress trends! We truly are so lucky to have a beautiful bridal boutique in Asheville NC.  Margaux’s bridal shop is up-to-date with the current designers and trends of each season. She makes trips every year to New York bridal fashion week to keep her store in stock with only the best dresses of the season!

That being said here are 5 wedding dress trends of the season from a true expert, Margaux! All trends are paired with dresses that you can find at Wildflower Bridal Boutique.

1. Sleeves- cap sleeves, half sleeves, 3/4 sleeves, and especially LONG SLEEVES

Photo Credit :: Laci Frazier Photography

2. Illusion/tattoo lace- on sleeves, on necklines, on back details

Photo Credit :: Rachael McIntosh Photography

3. Showing some skin- it can be an open back, a deep plunging neckline, a slit in the skirt, etc

Photo Credit :: Wedding Nature Photography

4. Body-conscious shapes- silhouettes that are curve-hugging and sexy- mostly fit and flare/trumpet styles

Photo Credit :: Audrey Goforth

5. Separates- lots of tops/bustiers and skirts that can be mixed and matched and worn again after the wedding

Photo Credit :: Alexis June

One of the many wonderful things about StudioWed is we are all about sharing out tips and suggestions with each other to make sure your wedding turns out perfect!  Our culture is very important to StudioWed and growing together is a big part of it!  Which is why we host Think Tank every month.  It is a great way for us together, share our advice with one another, and of course just catch up!

That being said we love reaching out to each of our StudioWed Asheville wedding vendors and asking them for their tips, favorites of the season, and trends… and then of course sharing them with you!  The beauty team that is apart of StudioWed Asheville, personally I really do believe, are the best of the best in Asheville NC!  We were so lucky to recently have Asheville Hair Design join the StudioWed family.  From everyday hair cuts, to bridal party up-dos, Asheville Hair Design really does it all!  We decided to ask Asheville Hair Design for their top 5 favorite hair products of the season…. So here you have it!

If you are looking to buy any of these products, and are in the Asheville area, stop on by Asheville Hair Design and do some shopping!

Asheville Hair Design Top 5 Favorite Hair Product Of The Season!

When you work with Beth, from Studio Flora Diva, as the florist for your Asheville NC wedding, she will bring magic to your wedding!  She is so creative! Her specialty is coming up with ideas that are a little out of the box but totally nailing your vision all at the same time.

That being said we had to ask her what 5 flowers she would love to see used for a wedding!  We were eager to see what she would come back with and she did not disappoint!  She was so kind to share with us her thoughts and expertise on what flowers would really make a beautiful statement for your big day

5 Flowers From Studio Flora Diva That She Would Love To See At A Wedding!

1) sweet peas: even though they are delicate and fragile, I’m a sucker for fragrance!

2) clematis: floral butterflies! delicate flowers on graceful stems.

3) hellebores: just because.

4) nerine lilly: spiky clusters, yummy hot pink

5) astrantia: my new favorite