American Wedding Trends for 2010 – 2011
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 weddings.
Wedding Planners
Brides ages 35-50 are on the rise, whether first or second marriages. Women age 35-55 are ready to spend on luxury items and will pay more to have someone handle all the details for them. They prefer service & expect quality. Brides are more knowledgeable & informed than ever before, with WE tv & wedding specific DIY programming, it is a wonder the wedding planners are needed at all. However, the brides want help & expect to leave the work to others. After making personal selections, previewed by the planner, they are able to focus on career & personal development.
Varied Seating
From Royal Tables to an assortment of square and round tables almost anything goes. There is a distinct trend toward maximize the venue space as well as creating a dynamic look for the space. Chiavari chairs have become a normal visual, while still very much THE choice for a chair upgrade many brides are seeking the next HOT look. Many are using benches for the ceremony or at a royal table. Others have selected the Chameleon Chair for their unique a la carte design.
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 planning the wedding 6-18 months out. So naturally, what’s in the magazines now will start to materialize 6-12 months down the road.
Highly Themed
The most notable trend is theme 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?
Simply create a memory to reflect on through the times of celebration and be a support during times of trials. This is one day, the cornerstone for a lifetime together, “you and me against the world”, let the little things blend into the background and bind together the important ones. Let’s start a new trend toward forever.
Found on: Larry James’ Celebrate Intimate Weddings Blog.
Thanks for the re-post. The author of this article is Tiffany Hurd. She is the Marketing Coordinator for Tri-Rentals, a Classic Party Rental Company, Phoenix, AZ.