Week in Wedding News
Powder Blue Bridesmaids & Bold Neutrals for Bridal Parties
Powder blue bridesmaids’ dresses have surged to the top of Google Trends this year, combining Southern charm with modern elegance. This dreamy hue—think hydrangeas, “something blue” traditions, and Blue Willow accents—has become a go-to for nostalgic yet fresh bridal parties . At the same time, formal black attire is enjoying a resurgence, giving bridal squads a chic, sophisticated edge. Planners can leverage this trend by offering curated color-palette guides, styled photoshoots, and personalized swatch boxes to help couples visualize their dream aesthetic.
Wellness Weddings: Ceremony Meets Self-Care
2025 has ushered in the era of wellness weddings, where nuptials are paired with holistic experiences. Venues like Florida’s Living Sculpture Sanctuary—complete with waterfalls and zen gardens—and Hawaii’s Grand Wailea spa retreats are redefining “destination wedding” . These celebrations feature on-site yoga, guided meditation, and spa treatments, creating a rejuvenating mini-vacation for couples and guests alike. For planners, integrating wellness add-ons—sound-bath sessions, aromatherapy welcome kits, or local herbal-tea bars—adds tangible value and sets your services apart.
Vow Renewals: Celebrating Resilience
Vow renewals are gaining traction as couples seek to commemorate milestones and overcome life’s challenges together. Destinations like Turks & Caicos and Alaskan cruise ships have become popular backdrops for ceremonies honoring survival, health journeys, or decades-long partnerships . Event professionals can capitalize on this trend by offering vow-writing workshops, storytelling consultations, and “memory lane” photo-display services that highlight each couple’s unique journey.
Strategy for Wedding Pros
To thrive in today’s market, planners and vendors should:
- Offer curated color experiences: Create mood boards and physical swatch kits for powder blue and black bridal parties.
- Build wellness-focused packages: Partner with local spas, instructors, or retreat centers to deliver on-site self-care experiences.
- Package vow-renewal services: Include ceremony scripts, celebrant recommendations, and anniversary-themed décor options.
- Showcase real events: Use client testimonials, video highlights, and professional imagery to market these trends effectively.
Sources
- Business Insider (“Wellness Weddings Bloom,” businessinsider.com)
- New York Post (“Spa-Style Weddings,” nypost.com)
- Google Trends (“Most-Searched Bridesmaid Colors 2025”)
- WJLA (“Turks & Caicos Vow Renewals,” wjla.com)
- Southern Living (“Vow Renewal Trends,” southernliving.com)
- The Knot (“Renewal Ceremony Insights,” theknot.com)
- New York Post (“Destination Renewal Stories,” nypost.com
