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Five Outdated Wedding
Trends to Avoid
BY KRIPA SINGH
Wedding trends are quick to evolve – just look at Generic Wedding Favours
wedding photographs of your mother with a 1980s Outdated Trend: Generic wedding favours like tote bags laden with 7/11 snacks often
bouffant hairdo. Every few years, couples invest in big end up forgotten or discarded by guests.
day details, ideas and outfits that don’t stand the test What’s In: Personalised wedding favours give a much nicer touch. Think along the
of time. But the trend cycle is natural and old ideas lines of local artisanal products, such as handcrafted soaps or local gourmet goodies
must diminish to make way for new ones.
with personalised packaging. These thoughtful gifts not only reflect the couple’s
If you’re planning your big day and don’t want to end up taste, but also offer guests something they can enjoy.
doing something passé, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a
guide to this season’s outdated wedding trends which Pampas Grass and Palm Leaves
need to retire, and exciting fresh ideas to replace them. Outdated Trend: Palm leaves and pampas grass had their moment, especially for
destination weddings. However, it is time for these elements to retire and for you
Over-the-Top Wedding Invitations to think out of the box when it comes to tropical, beach-side decor.
Outdated Trend: Elaborate wedding invitations with What’s In: In place of pampas grass, you can incorporate baby’s breath for a whimsical
multiple inserts and excessive use of paper.
and dense floral design. Add in some fresh floral stems to organically complement
What’s In: Digital invites are becoming increasingly popular, offering a creative and the event.
sustainable alternative. They can be customised, easily shared, and updated without
any waste. For those who still prefer paper, choosing Staged Photography
recycled materials such as seed paper not only saves the Outdated Trend: While it’s important to get some formal couple shots, too many
environment, but also curbs your expenses. posed wedding photos can sometimes feel unnatural and fail to capture the true
essence of the day.
Ivory Brides What’s In: Candid photography and story-telling videography are the way to go.
Outdated Trend: A little while ago, the traditional red Couples are choosing photographers who can capture spontaneous moments, raw
wedding day lehenga was challenged by the off-white emotions, and sound-bites. This style of photography and cinematography tells a
one. But after many brides have adorned themselves more authentic recount of the celebrations.
in the latter, the ivory wedding look is starting to feel
a bit predictable. If you want to get in some natural couple shots, plan a first-look with your partner.
The solo moment before your wedding is not only a sweet thing to do, but also allows
What’s In: Brides are now walking down the aisle in a the photographers to capture some unfiltered emotions. It’s about capturing real
spectrum of colours. From unusual pastel shades like memories rather than perfect poses.
mint green or lemon, to bright choices like fuchsia
pink or deep purple, the sky’s the limit. The classic red
lehenga is also making a reappearance as a perennial
choice.