It always seems as though you are constantly scrolling through article after article about current wedding trends. So, we decided to change it up this week and provide you with wedding trends you should avoid. We have 6 wedding trends that are so last season!

1. Flower Crowns

Although flower crowns may be beautiful, they have been overworn in way too many settings. Flower crowns are the most basic accessory at festivals of all types. You absolutely do not want to give off a musical festival vibe on your special day. If you are in love with the boho look of a flower crown, pass it on to your flower girl!

2. Over-staged Portraits

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We understand that it is easy to scroll through Pinterest and find portraits you would like to recreate. However, these portraits will give off a staged feeling. Instead of focusing too much on getting that perfect shot, allow your personalities to shine through in natural shots.

3. Food Trucks

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Who doesn’t love to try delicious food from food trucks, right?  But you need to consider the long lines that your guests will have to wait in. Food trucks may have been trendy before, but are definitely going out of style. Try incorporating other interesting food options for snacks. Charcuterie or cheese boards anyone?

4. All White Wedding 

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Yes, all white weddings are classic, elegant, and beautiful. It’s easy to understand why brides love the color white! The newest trend this season is to incorporate color into your wedding! Liven up your big day with pops of color. Perhaps a signature color?

5. Candy Bar 

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By the end of the night, your guests will be craving a late night snack. Candy may seem like a cute and easy idea, but guests will be on the search for something more substantial after hitting the dance floor for hours on end. Late night sundae bar anyone? Your guests will be screaming I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream.

6. Photo Booth/Photo booth props 

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It appears that every great wedding includes a photo booth. Photo booths can be fun, but they can also be extremely tacky. Pink boas, yellow sunglasses, and masks don’t always make for the best photos. Instead, tell your photographer to take candids of guests. The candids will make you smile when you see that your guests had the time of their lives. If you are set on including a photo booth, try making your own props. Think outside of the box with funny signs or things that are meaningful to you and your soon to-be!

WOW! What a way to start the wedding show season! The Wedding Guys “UNVEILED” the best and most luxurious wedding event in Minnesota on September 17th at the Minneapolis Convention Center! 100+ of the Twin Cities best wedding vendors came together at Unveiled Wedding Event to bring you the hottest wedding trends of the season! Images by Anna Grinets Photography.

Exclusive Honeymoon & Destination Wedding Showcase

We were super excited to introduce our the exclusive Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Showcase. There are so many details to think about when planning a destination wedding and until now, there has not been a single resource where you can check off everything on your list; from the best travel suppliers from around the world to the finest travel experts, discover the array of romantic travel opportunities available for either your honeymoon, destination wedding, mini-moons and weddingmoons.

Trend Wedding Experience “Luxe Lodge” 

The UNVEILED experience unfurls with Luxe Lodge. Taking our design cue from the insurgence of rustic elements, we’ve adapted to the style adding clean lines, graphic patters, and a pop of nature. Inspired by natural tones, comfortable furnishing and woodland finishes, The Wedding Guys marry modern style with rugged design elements.

Tabletop Gallery 

The Tabletop Gallery inspires you to create trend-forward reception tables for your guests. From the perfect choice in linens to the elements of china, crystal and flatware these tablescapes will WOW you. Each table has a distinct look and The Tabletop Gallery will tantalize your senses. Discover the perfect setting for your wedding reception.

Stationary Gallery 

The Stationery Gallery is your go to for complete inspiration for all of the printed pieces you need for your wedding. Couples saw stunning sets that include save-the-date cards, invitations, specialty enclosures, maps, programs, menus and more! There are so many ways to make your wedding unique, but it is the creativity in design and new elements materials and techniques that make the Stationery Gallery a must see.

Fashion Show 

Cake Emporium 

The Cake Gallery is an area of artful masterpieces located in the center of the Cake Emporium. From intricate detailing and piping to defying architectural heights, The Cake Gallery presents the most astonishing confections. Did we mention there’s a tasting bar? What could have made this day any sweeter?!  This year’s Cake Gallery featured astounding and delicious cakes from Nadia Cakes, Farming Bakery, Johnjeanjuan, and Cafe Latte.

We’d like to thank everyone who participated and attended UNVEILED 2017 Minneapolis!!

If you missed out on the Minneapolis UNVEILED wedding event this past Sunday, no worries! We are excited to share that we will be having a second UNVEILED in Rochester on October 22nd at The Mayo Civic Center from 12:00-4:00 pm.

Rochester has quickly grown to one of our favorite markets for wedding inspiration and opportunity.  The brides, couples and vendors in the Rochester region deserve a bridal show like Unveiled, that is why we are coming back for our second show at the Mayo Civic Center, and we can’t wait for you to see what we have in store for you!

Step into the magical world of weddings and immerse yourself in an unparalleled planning experience designed by The Wedding Guys®. Come experience a day of bridal eye-candy where inspiration is everywhere. From the lavish Trend Wedding Experience to the fine details of specialty papers in the Stationery Gallery, we’ve brought everything directly to you.

Entering our fifth season we’ve added exciting new elements including the Tasting Bars where you will experience deliciously curated menus from the area’s finest chefs and the Photography Gallery where images will come to life in mesmerizing projections. Walk the red carpet leading to the Wedding Gown Gallery and the Aisle of Style Fashion Show, a must-see feature of the event.

Come shop the most talented wedding experts who are showcasing the latest trends for your wedding inspiration. From florists, stationers, cake designers, decorators, to videographers, reception sites and more, your wedding planning couldn’t get any easier!

Hailed as one of the leading bridal shows in the world, UNVEILED is not your typical bridal show! UNVEILED has been honored with 17 international awards including Best Fashion Show and is a two-time winner of Best Public Event. No other bridal show offers as many options, inspiration and style as UNVEILED.

Get your tickets here

This week we’re featuring our most desirable Bridal Salons in the Twin Cities area. All of these salons will be at the Unveiled Wedding Event on September 17th. You can find them in the Gown Gallery on the red carpet. Yes, the red carpet! This is your chance to get an up-close look at the details and fabrics from the world’s most renowned designers. The Gown Gallery features over 30 gowns styled in one glamorous display.

Raffine Bridal

At Raffiné Bridal, everything is meant to be pitch-perfect: The selection of dresses, the designers on display, and the personal attention given to each customer is intentional and memorable. Respect for each guest’s time, style preferences, and vision drives customer service efforts. Making sure everyone feels comfortable, is the first priority at Raffiné Bridal.

The Wedding Shoppe 

The Wedding Shoppe has been a family-owned business since we opened in 1977. Their designers are a part of this family, and these strong relationships give you exclusive access to top styles for the lowest prices. If you’re looking for a personalized, simple, and memorable experience, start shopping online or in-store today. If you’re a bride on a budget with an eye for style, find “exactly what you’ve been looking for” for the best price at the Wedding Shoppe!

Diamond Bride and Tux 

At Diamond Bride, Minnesota’s oldest bridal boutique, they strive to offer you a personalized and stress-free bridal experience that you will not find anywhere else in the Twin Cities. With their team of passionate and dedicated consultants, you are sure to find the gown of your dreams, regardless of your budget. They are the only shop in the state to offer custom bridal, bridesmaid, and special occasion gowns that YOU can help create with the help of our on-staff design specialists.

Posh Bridal Couture 

Minnesota Bride Magazine has awarded Posh Bridal Couture “Best Luxury Gowns” as a result of thousands of reader votes. Not only are the gowns beautiful — the boutique is too! Posh Bridal overlooks legendary Lake Minnetonka in Wayzata and offers spacious appointment suites in a relaxed, intimate setting. Also, their full-service consultants have one goal in mind: making you happy for your big day! Upon entering, a personal bridal consultant will treat you like royalty as they greet you with refreshments and snacks. They hand pick a selection of gowns based on your preferences and work closely with you to find the perfect one!

L’atelier Couture Bridal 

Immediately upon entering L’Atelier Couture, brides will notice a difference. Your personal bridal consultant will greet you by name with a warm smile and usher you through the process of making the most important garment purchase of your life. You will enjoy your own dressing room, with plentiful seating and mirrors so that you can privately enjoy your experience with friends and family.

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You’re about to partake in the most exciting part of wedding planning: finding your dream dress!

Although, this is the most exciting part, it can also get a little overwhelming if you’re not prepared. We’d like to help you make sure that it will be a fun and enjoyable experience, so we put together a list of some Do’s and Don’ts of wedding dress shopping.

Do Your Research 

Doing pre-shopping research will help you decide what type of dress you’re looking for. There are so may necklines and dress styles to choose from, so if you eliminate what you don’t like ahead of time it will give you more time to try on the dresses you know you will like!

It will help both you and the consultant.

Don’t Go Hangry 

Being hangry can affect your mood and attitude towards the dresses and everyone around you, so be sure to eat something before you go. If you’re worried about being bloated or feeling blah, eat a smaller and healthy meal. Skip the greasy foods! Also, if you have multiple appointments in a row we suggests you leave a break for lunch, but if you can’t, bring some snacks! Granola bars, yogurt, grapes, etc. This will keep everyone’s mood positive!  It will also give you energy throughout the appointment, because dress shopping can be exhausting!

Do Establish a Budget 

It’s important to establish a budget for your wedding dress especially if you’re on a tight budget. The last thing we want is for you to fall in love with a wedding dress that you can’t afford, or feel guilty about a dress that you purchased and can’t afford.

When setting a budget for a wedding dress consider the extra costs! Such as the cost of alterations, the veil, shoes, and accessories. It’s easy to forget about the extras when you’re so focused on the dress, so remember to spare a little room for the accessories!

Don’t Bring An Entourage 

We’ve all seen an episode of “Say Yes to The Dress” when the bride brings in an entourage of people, and we all know what’s going to happen! The looks of the consultants face says it all- Don’t do it! There’s way too many opinions floating around every detail of every dress that it makes it nearly impossible for you to find one that you like.

Keep it small! Bring two to three of the closest people in your life. You know you will get the best and most honest opinions from them and it will be less stressful. After all that’s why we’re writing this– so your dress shopping experience will be less stress and more fun!

Do Wear the Right Undergarments 

The wrong undergarments can completely change the look of the dress. It’s very important that you wear undergarments that fit properly, and won’t be seen in a dress. We recommend a nude strapless bra and underwear for the appointment. If you already have the undergarments you will be wearing on your big day it’s best if you wear them to the appointment.

Don’t Go Overboard on The Make-up 

Don’t get us wrong– you want to feel pretty while trying on wedding dresses, but you don’t want to wear too much make-up that you end up purchasing a dress you don’t want because you got make-up on it. You especially don’t want to look like you rolled out of bed, so we recommend a little foundation, blush, and a pop of color on your cheeks!

We also recommend pulling your hair back in a low bun if that’s how you’re going to wear it on your wedding day. Do your hair in a way the resembles how you’re going to wear it on your wedding day for a more realistic look!

Do Keep an Open Mind 

You might be thinking this contradicts what we said about doing your research. We want you to go to your dress appointment prepared, but we also want you to go with an open mind. What the dress looks like in a picture on somebody else may not look the same on you. After all, a wedding dress isn’t something we wear in everyday life, so keep an open mind if the way you expected to look in a dress doesn’t turn out exactly how you envisioned! Definitely come with your must-haves, but keep an open mind!

The consultants are there to help you find the perfect dress so be honest with them when you describe what you’re looking for and how you feel in a dress. Just because the experts brought the dress to you doesn’t mean you have to pretend to love them. Be honest and open-minded!

Best of luck to you with all of your wedding plan and especially your dress shopping. Keep these “do’s and don’ts” in mind when you start your shopping so your experience is enjoyable!

There is no other wedding show like UNVEILED! Step into the magical world of weddings and immerse yourself in an unparalleled planning experience designed by us, The Wedding Guys. Come experience a day of bridal eye-candy where inspiration is everywhere. From the lavish Trend Wedding Experience to the fine details of specialty papers in the Stationery Gallery, we’ve brought everything directly to you.

UNVEILED offers exciting elements that you won’t find at other events including

Tasting Bars where you will experience deliciously curated menus from the area’s finest chefs and the

Cake Emporium where pastry chefs bring you the most amazing confections.

Walk the red carpet leading to the Wedding Gown Gallery and the TrendSpot Fashion Show, a must-see feature of the event. The Fashion Show starts at 1pm and 3pm.  

Don’t forget to enjoy a mimosa at the Bubbly Bar,  

and try out your complete wedding look at the Beauty Bar. Bring in a picture of your hairstyle and make up goals or just let the beauty team know what you want and they will do it!

An exclusive show this year, The Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Showcase,  is Minnesota’s only bridal event designed exclusively for honeymooners and couples planning destination weddings.  

We felt there was a real need for this addition to the show. There are so many details to think about when planning a destination wedding and until now, there has not been a single resource where you can check off everything on your list.  Talk with travel experts, learn about destinations, resorts and so much more! Talk about planning paradise!

Trend Wedding Experience has to be one of our all-time favorite features at the show.  We truly let our creativity run wild as we put together an innovative and inspiring ceremony and reception design.  Instead of just looking at a photo or browsing Pinterest for wedding ideas, you are able to walk through the design and experience it for yourself!

The list goes on and on! Not to mention the long list of the area’s premier wedding service providers that will be showcasing the latest trends for you.

Shop over 130 of the Twin Cities most talented wedding experts who are showcasing the latest trends for your wedding inspiration. From florists, stationers, cake designers, decorators, to videographers, reception sites and more, your wedding planning couldn’t get any easier!

Hailed as one of the leading bridal shows in the world, UNVEILED is not your typical bridal show! UNVEILED has been honored with 17 international awards including Best Fashion Show and is a two-time winner of Best Public Event. No other bridal show offers as many options, inspiration and style as UNVEILED.

Get your tickets today HERE!

Admission to both the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Showcase and UNVEILED are included with your ticket purchase.

Back to the French designers, we’d like to introduce you to Manon Gontero, a designer based in Marseille. The profile of a Manon Gontero can be described as “a bride free of any convention.” She’s in constant search for creativity and originality. The brides who call upon her creations are, for the most part, women of about thirty years who, after spending several years with their spouse, wish to surprise him on the big day. They love fashion, current trends but want to stand out.

For her creations she uses natural materials like silk crepe and Lace. She believes that simple silk dresses have a crazy elegance, and strives to create very different dresses, sometimes opposed to each other.

Now we’d like to share with you her 2017 collection. A Wedding in Cyprus.

Your vows are one of the most photographed moments of your entire wedding, it’s important to put some serious thought into your ceremony altar. Whether you’re tying the knot in a grand ballroom, barn, or outdoors, finding the right type of structure that fits the space and theme with your wedding aesthetic can be a tough task.

Since it is floral week at The Wedding Guys, we decided to put together some floral ceremony backdrops to inspire your wedding!

KELLY SWEET PHOTOGRAPHY- RUFFLED

BRANDON WERTH PHOTOGRAPHY- THE WEDDING GUYS

NBARRETT PHOTOGRAPHY- MARTHA STEWART WEDDINGS

KATIE HARMSWORTH PHOTOGRAPHY- RUFFLED

WESLEY VORSTER PHOTOGRAPHY- RUFFLED

ARCH AND VOW STUDIOS

SWEET MARY PHOTOGRAPHY- THE WEDDING PLAYBOOK

WEDDING INCLUDE

Credit: Heather Payne Photography and Floret Flowers

We know fall is near when the leaves start to change colors and we feel the crisp breeze. Chili is in the crockpot and our iced coffees become hot. The flip flops turn into boots and the oversized scarves are an everyday staple. We see fall trends everywhere, including weddings! Fall is the a whole new seasons of wedding trends.

So, what’s trending for this year’s wedding florals? Well for one, the prim and proper bouquets from the summer time weddings usually become a little more wild and rustic looking in the fall. Seasonal fillers, like dried grasses and berries, and the color palette shifts to more of muted, moody, and muddy colors.

Fresh from the garden, seasonal flowers continue to become more popular as awareness and interest in local flowers continues to grow, especially among studio florists and style-and-eco conscious couples.

Muted, muddy & moody hues. This year, we’ll see more subdued and muted monochromatic bouquets and far fewer multicolored bouquets in bright or contrasting colors. Shades such as dusty rose, milky coffee, champagne, buttercream, apricot and moonstone will be popular choices when it comes to floral.

Greenery as a theme. Greenery, will be reflected in weddings, but in subtle, and less literal and overtly obvious ways. We predict we’ll see less focus of this specific hue of green, and more of the concept of using nontraditional greenery and foliage as a more prominent focal point in wedding decor. Greenery can be
incorporated in creative ways, such as garlands of foliage stretching down the middle of Kings tables, sprigs of greens adorning place settings, greenery wreaths, chair decor and foliage backdrops for ceremony sites or photo booths.

Wild, ‘gathered from the garden’ bouquet shapes.

Traditional tight, round balls of blooms are a trend of the distant past. Stylish brides are opting for large, lush, loose bouquets with more organic forms that tend to be bigger and wider than years past. The continued popularity of boho and gypset-inspired wedding décor also support this this organic aesthetic and design style.

Stylish floral wearables. 

Subtle, delicate floral hair accessories, have virtually replaced the big, bold floral crowns from years past. Another big trend will be elegant cuff wrist corsages that look and feel more like jewelry. These bangle-type bracelets will hopefully permanently replace the often reviled elastic wristlets popular at high school proms. Keep an eye out for other creative interpretations of traditional floral wearables on mothers, grandmothers and other wedding party attendants.

A mix of high and low.

Rather than a sea of carbon copy centerpieces, more couples are opting to mix and match their table décor. This entails alternating elevated bouquets, with long, low centerpieces, sprawling low profile compotes, or clusters of small bottles of single blooms. By choosing just a few larger statement pieces, the mix of elevated and low designs provide vertical interest without busting the budget.

Photos courtesy of Floret Flowers and The Knot