Dress your day

Back to basics

Nicola Briginshaw, Creative Director of wedding décor specialists Fuschia Designs, predicts a shift towards rustic styles: “There’s no better way to give your guests a taste of what’s to come on the Big Day than with your wedding stationery. The rustic theme will continue to be huge, and our Rustic Romance collection is wildly popular. We recommend using pastel alongside hessian for that stripped-back feel that brides adore.”1. Confetti: Shropshire Petals 
2. Boutonnières: Interflora 
3. Confetti: Shropshire Petals

1. Event planning: Snob Events
2. Chair ties: Elegant Wedding Invites 
3. Woodland cake: Cakes by Krishanthi 
4. Rustic event decor: Oakwood Events 

Petal power shows no sign of wilting

Florals, inextricably linked to weddings, will continue to be in demand. Rosalind Miller Cakes gives us their take on the trend: “The wedding cake is becoming more important, and couples increasingly want it to be the centre of attention at their reception. Opulent cakes are becoming popular.”
Luxury stationer Dimitria Jordan agrees: “Whether it’s vintage style illustrations, photographic or hand-drawn, florals suit any theme or colour scheme. Dusky pinks look gorgeous in vintage style illustrations and would be perfect for a romantic summer wedding, for example."

1. Floral Chandelier: Ruffled
2. Purple cascade cake: Rosalind Miller 
3. Classically Pretty collection: Confetti
4. Summer bloom wedding stationery: Nina Thomas 
5. Rose Saffron Lollipops: Dessert First Girl

Anyonita Green, the Editor & Marketing Manager of award-winning Confetti.co.uk, adds: "All the products in in our Classically Pretty range features gilded edges, blush and rose gold metallic finishes and beautiful florals."

1. Flower wall: Majestic Decor
2. Floral decor: Jasmine Jade Photography
3. Floral Cake: Cake Ink
4. Hanging florals: Photo by Aviraj Saluja


1. Entrance blooms: Weddingz 
2. Botanical table settings: Not On The High Street
3. Cactus favours: Wedding Chicks


Bold and beautiful, sharp lines are big news

Strong, geometric patterns are becoming more and more popular in weddings. One way to nail geo is with stripes, either as a pattern on your tables or as a fabulous ribbon wall. It makes a gorgeous backdrop and is suited to any setting, whether your reception’s in a castle, a manor house or a classic country barn.


1. Lanterns: Oliver Bonas 
2. Geo lighting: Sam Blake Weddings
3. Hanging decorations: Ruffled
4. Bespoke Geometric Custom Laser Cut Wedding Invitations: Etsy


1. Geo cake: Mail Online
2. Chevron cake: Cake Maison 
3. Geometric cake: MOD
4. Love name place: Hello Deborah
5. Geo and metallic plates: Sweet Party Day  



Flood your day with this arty trend

“Wedding cakes look set to take inspiration from the art world with watercolour-inspired designs” predicts Krishanthi Armitt from Cakes by Krishanthi. “The flowing shades in this technique are dreamy and romantic, making them perfect for weddings.
This forecast is echoed by stationer Dimitria Jordan: "The beauty of watercolours is you can adjust the intensity to suit the look you’re after. A light wash or small details will add a tint to stationery, whereas a stronger application adds texture." 


1. Meringue kisses: The Sugared Saffron Cake Studio 
2. Artsy cake: Nutmeg Cake Design 
3. Watercolour wash cake: Sweet Bakes 
4. Table decor: Hey Look

Victoria Waktin-Jones of cake designer Victoria Made adds: “Dessert tables that complement cakes are becoming the norm, either as extra bites for guests or a few pretty additions on stands of different heights to set off the main event.” 

1. Watercolour Cake: Cakes by Krishanthi 
2. Pink colour cake: Wildflower Cakes
3. In the Stars Wedding Invitation - Watercolour with gold foil: Etsy
4. Seating Chart: Etsy


Main image: Snob Events