Being on trends comes in handy in many places, especially when you have a million and one decisions to make for your wedding! Bridal Guide with the help of some of today’s leading experts in weddings, explores some of the hottest wedding trends for 2016! These are some fun and creative ideas to add to your personal style on your big day!

 

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              Metallics are surprisingly versatile, says New York City event-planning guru Harriette Rose Katz. “Depending on how and where you bring them into your celebration,” she says, “they can be elegant, whimsical, or very natural.” –Bridal Guide

 

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            Be seated. “Couples are moving away from a reception layout based on large round tables, which has a tendency to feel too much like a conference event, and are instead opting for either very long, rectangular tables or a mix of long tables surrounded by smaller square and round tables — all for a more intimate vibe. “-  Bridal Guide

 

 

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            His and hers cocktails. What better way to give your guests a glimpse of who you are than by serving them your favorite libations? Laesserkeck points out that this trend is not only easier on the budget (no more guesstimating for an open bar) but it’s an instant conversation starter.- Bridal Guide

 

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            Naked cakes, which are unfrosted (or partially frosted) and simply adorned with berries or fresh flowers, are trending from coast to coast — and at both relaxed receptions and more formal affairs, says Nataly from the Great Dane Baking Company in Long Beach, California.-Bridal Guide

 

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            Photos for days. Couples are booking PPA photographers for more than just the big day itself, hiring pros to capture the entire wedding weekend — sometimes even an entire week — with family and friends, to ensure the full-on experience is forever on film.-Bridal Guide