2020 Wedding Trends

“We receive many requests for our delicious ‘Bride and Groom’ chocolate dipped Oreos as well as our incredible truffles. Since we make everything here in our shop, brides are asking us to customize the truffles with their favorite flavors; we can even create custom flavors you. They are also asking us to add a custom design or incorporate their wedding colors for the truffles, which we can easily do. There are lots of options for all budgets!”

Morag Reid, Banyan Tree Chocolates
(941.923.2462 | banyantreechocolates.com)

Harper’s Bazaar says more and more couples want to make sure their celebration lessens the impact on our planet. Environmentally conscious couples are opting for completely sustainable weddings, from the food to the flowers. 

“Floating diamonds, fancy cut diamonds and yellow gold are definitely trending.  Floating diamonds really stand out, have more sparkle, and are used in both engagement rings and wedding bands. Yellow gold jewelry sales have increased, and we are carrying many styles to meet customer demand. Fancy cuts are also making a strong comeback, especially with Millennials, who are buying more fancy cut diamonds such as marquise, pear and oval cuts that have the elongated look.”

Julie Weintraub, Gold & Diamond Source
(727.573.9351 | goldanddiamond.com)

“Brides are looking for a unique experience that sets their wedding apart from others while keeping their budget in mind. They look for a venue that has the view/setting they have in mind as well as what is included the wedding package per person pricing. Finally, they need to feel confident in the expertise and knowledge of the venue contact.“ 

Sarp Kaya, Hyatt Regency Sarasota (941.363.2618)

“I am seeing a swing towards more luxury as couples opt for great entertainment, an upscale menu, and superb service. They want to wow their guests with out-of-the box details and provide them with an unexpected experience…an escape from reality with an evening of magical ambience”

Maria Brady, Choreographed Events
(941.350.9403 | choreographedevents.com)

“Brides and grooms want that “wow” factor with a visually stunning, yet unique venue. At The Ringling (941.359.5700 | theringling.org), with its Italian inspired architecture and beautiful love story of John and Mable Ringling, the soon-to-be newlyweds can have just that. Keeping guests engaged is also important and tools such as Pinterest, designer apps, and inventive technology allow brides the creative freedom to design a memorable experience that is uniquely theirs. Brides also want to create new ways for families to have memorable events. New gimmicks such as cold sparklers, living statue entertainment, LED dance floors, and more are paving the way to keep guests anticipating the next interval of the event.” 

Tina Bass, Private Events Coordinator, 
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art