2025 Wedding Trends: Our Experts Share What To Expect This Year
Every year, we ask Walters Wedding Estates’ planning extraordinaires to share their insight on what’s in and what’s out when it comes to wedding trends. As experts in their fields — with decades of experience planning breathtaking celebrations — they have their fingers on the pulse of what’s new in the industry and are able to spot trends before they take off. Curious what’s in the forecast? This year, authenticity will hold a greater premium than ever, with many couples seeking new ways to offer their guests unique and personalized experiences that feel true to them.
But 2025 holds so much. Just like with every other industry, wedding trends are also cyclical — some resurface after years, often with a new twist adapted for the modern day. This year, Walters Specialists anticipate a major resurgence of once-forgotten trends as more soon-to-weds embrace the past while looking forward to the future. Ahead, you’ll discover Walters Specialists’ predictions on what will define the 2025 wedding year — from blusher veils to maximalist palettes and everything in between — and how you can bring these trends to life with Walters Wedding Estates’ exceptional vendors and services.

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1. Maximalist Color Palettes


Following quiet luxury’s grip on everything from fashion to interior design, maximalism is making a strong comeback — and soon-to-weds are taking note. Although minimalism will always have a devoted fan base, today, more and more couples are livening up their celebrations with bright and bold color palettes. Whether it’s through artful arrangements dreamed up by Design Haus Floral or wedding stationery by Lyons Paperie, consider embracing clashing patterns, vibrant colors, and eclectic prints that create an intentionally rich, layered aesthetic. “However you decide to adapt this trend, our in-house vendor team has built a strong, collaborative relationship — allowing them to work together effortlessly and bring your unique wedding vision to life,” Walters Specialists say.
2. Blusher Veils


Traditionally, a blusher veil is worn by the bride to cover her face until she’s presented to the groom at the altar. The classic wedding accessory has been in and out of style for many years — but this year, it’s making a dramatic return. Woven into a modern narrative and reinvented for the present day, blusher veils are used as an ethereal finishing touch to a wedding-day look. At Walters’ premier bridal boutique, G&G Bridal, you’ll find plenty of options for adding this face-framing accessory to your ensemble. Just like a typical veil, the blusher can be adjusted to any desired length that complements your hairstyle, dress, and bridal jewelry. Whether it’s elbow length or all the way down to your fingertips, there’s no doubt that this accessory will add layers of drama to your final look.
3. Multi-Day Events


A wedding is something you can look forward to for so long — oftentimes more than a year — and then, before you know it, it’s over in the blink of an eye. But it doesn’t have to be, thanks to this new trend. Today, many lovebirds are stretching out their wedding-day festivities over an entire weekend or even a whole week. If you, too, are looking to make your celebration last longer, all it takes is some clever planning. For example, you could kick things off with a welcome dinner or cocktail party, followed by a fun day of activities like a group hike, a wine tasting, or a relaxing spa day. Then, after the big day, keep the party going with a casual brunch or a post-wedding barbecue. Make the experience convenient for your guests by booking a venue that offers on-site accommodations. (Take a look at Walters Wedding Estates’ lodging options here.)
4. Elaborately Planned and Layered Experiences


In 2025, couples are going to continue to find ways to create richer, more nuanced wedding-day experiences for their guests. “We are noticing that people are looking to create larger-than-life moments for those closer to them,” Walters Specialists say. With storytelling in mind, couples are thinking of more thoughtful ways to imbue meaning into various aspects of their wedding. Aside from the aforementioned wedding weekend activities, there are so many ways to zero in on the details — like pulling out all the stops with breathtaking florals created by Design Haus Floral, elevating your gourmet culinary offerings, offering personalized cocktails, and even planning multiple wedding-day looks from G&G Bridal.
5. Curated Food Stations


The desire to bring authenticity to a wedding day applies to culinary offerings, too. Instead of the traditional, sit-down plated dinner, more and more couples are selecting menus and experiences that resonate with their own tastes and preferences. “We’ve been seeing nacho bars, fried rice stations, and mocktail bars, where guests can enjoy delicious non-alcoholic drinks,” Walters Wedding Specialists say. “Fun bar ideas like margarita stations and old-fashioned cocktail bars are also becoming popular.” Moreover, grazing stations are gaining momentum. Not only do they offer guests the opportunity to nibble at their own pace (while mingling), but these visually stunning displays also double as an aesthetic focal point at your wedding reception.
6. Mocha Mousse Everything


Evoking the hug-like warmth and lusciousness of chocolate and coffee, mocha mousse — which was crowned the 2025 Pantone Color of the Year — is becoming a sought-after choice for everything from furniture and clothing to hair color. It’s no surprise that soon-to-weds are also playing with the trending color for their nuptials. “We anticipate brides using mocha mousse as an accent color in their florals or bridesmaids’ dresses,” Walters Specialists say. Want to apply the trend to your wedding color scheme? Let our experts at Design Haus Floral work their magic by weaving in mocha hues into your ceremony flowers, welcome table or aisle arrangements, and reception dinner centerpieces. The team at Lyons Paperie can also incorporate this popular shade into everything from table settings and signage to invitations.
7. Candid Photos


Just like bridalwear, florals, and decor, wedding photography trends come and go. Although traditional wedding portraits will never cease to be an essential part of any wedding, some couples today are exploring a different approach. Instead of posed photo shoots, they are asking their wedding photographers for more natural, genuine, and unscripted images of their wedding day. “Couples have been loving capturing moments that aren’t perfectly posed and edited,” Walters Specialists say. “We’re also seeing more fun poses for traditional portraits.” Whether you’re leaning toward traditional portraits or candid shots, the talented team of photographers at Emily Chappell Productions can help you find the most authentic way to capture your love story on the most important day of your life!