Would you consider 2010 the decade of the woman or possibly the decade of the financial rise of women? Approximately 80% of financial decisions are made by women. There are more woman millionaires in this country than ever before. Take note, this trend will effect more than just weddings. Women are doing as they want, and getting what they want, and tending to leave tradition by the waist side.
More Brides Elect to Hire Wedding Planners and Designers:
Brides, ages 35-50, are on the rise. Whether first or second marriages, these women are ready to spend on luxury items and will pay more to have someone handle all the intricate details for them. They prefer service and expect quality. Brides are more knowledgeable and informed than ever before, with television channels such as WE, as well as wedding specific programming, it is a wonder wedding planners are needed at all. However, the brides want/need help and prefer to leave the work to the experts. After making personal selections from choices narrowed down by their designer, they are able to focus on the aspect of wedding planning that is more pleasant than grueling.
Varied Seating:
From Royal Tables to an assortment of square and round tables, at today’s receptions almost anything goes. There is a distinct trend toward maximizing, as well as creating a dynamic and dramatic look for the venue space. Brides have incorporate see-thru organza fabric slip covers, benches for the ceremony, or a royal style table for the reception. While others still select the Chameleon Chair (Clear Lucite) for their unique a la carte design. Chiavari chairs, although they may be considered traditional, are still very much THE choice for a chair upgrade for brides seeking a hotter look.
Colors:
If you want to be in the know for next wedding season’s color, just watch all the bridal magazines right now. Brides are usually planning their wedding 6-18 months out. So naturally, what’s in the magazines now will start to materialize 6-12 months down the road. The colors in the magazines this season are Clementine, Chocolate Browns, Hot Pinks, Lavender Grays and Lime Green.
Highly Themed:
The most notable trend is themed weddings. While color has been the dictator of “theme” in the past; now the couple expresses themselves through strong themes over color. A great example of this was revealed in the premier episode of “My Fair Wedding” with David Tutera. Who has ever heard of a Swamp theme prior to June 6, 2010?
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