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Attention all brides-to-be: The 2024 wedding spring/summer wedding season is just around the corner and it's the perfect time to start thinking about this year's hottest wedding trends and venues. After all, your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and you want every detail to be on point—from the décor to your dress.
Here's a thorough list of upcoming wedding trends that will make your special day truly unforgettable. Whether you're dreaming of a classic fairytale affair or a more modern, minimalistic celebration, let these 2024 wedding trends inspire and guide you as you plan your nuptials this year.
To-go dessert stations
Say goodbye to cake and other traditional wedding desserts. This year, to-go dessert stations are taking the wedding world by storm. Instead of offering guests a slice of wedding cake, opt for a creative and interactive dessert experience such as candy, cookies, or even cereal bars. And the best part is guests can take a little piece of the celebration home with them with a to-go bag of dessert treats.
Soft, neutral color palettes
This year, wedding color palettes are becoming less bold, bright, and more calm, cool, and neutral. In 2024, some of the most popular tones include tan, sage green, and gray. These muted hues are a sophisticated, timeless way to evoke the romantic atmosphere of a wedding celebration. Pair any of these tones together to create a touch of elegance that goes beyond your wedding day, extending for years to come.
Candid photography
Weddings are a time for celebration and love, and there's no better way to capture those authentic moments than through candid photographs. Instead of relying on traditional posed shots, more couples are opting for spontaneous, unscripted, candid moments that showcase the fun and joy of their big day.
Giving guests disposable cameras is an excellent way to involve them in the festivities and capture unique perspectives on your wedding. And for a truly cohesive vibe, many couples are even instructing their professional photographers to embrace the candid spirit. With candid photos, you'll be able to look back and relive the laughter, tears, and pure happiness of your special day.
Audio guestbooks
Wedding traditions are being reimagined more and more each year, and now the guest book is getting a modern update. Instead of a guest book filled with handwriting samples and well-wishes, couples are turning to an audio guest book.
This new spin on the tradition enables guests to leave vocal messages that capture their personalities and sentiments in a way that written words just can't. Imagine listening to the recordings of your friends and family reminiscing on your big day five, ten, or even twenty years down the line.
Non-traditional venues
Gone are the days when weddings were limited to church ceremonies and reception halls. Brides nowadays are setting out to make their special day more unique and personalized, and part of that involves ditching traditional venues and opting for something out of the box.
From art galleries and museums to breweries and wineries, let your imagination be your guide when it comes to non-traditional wedding venues.
Schedule your wedding venue at This Is The Place
Speaking of non-traditional venues, This Is The Place is one of the best locations for unique wedding venues across the Salt Lake City valley. With its variety of historic and unique buildings to choose from, This Is The Place offers a one-of-a-kind experience for your special day.
From the charming Pine Valley Chapel to the picturesque Kimball Home, each venue at This Is The Place creates a distinct ambiance capable of leaving your guests in awe. Not only will you have a stunning backdrop for your ceremony and reception, but you'll also be creating memories to last a lifetime. Plus, with the help of our dedicated team at This Is The Place, you can rest assured that all your needs and concerns will be taken care of so that you can fully enjoy your wedding day.
Ready to take the plunge and book your truly unique wedding venue? Contact the team at This Is The Place Heritage Park to book your unique wedding venue for 2024 by calling 801-924-7507. The team at This Is The Place is proud to offer unforgettable venues that cannot be replicated anywhere else.
