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See the latest wedding trends

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See the latest styles at the fashion shows. Photo credit: Firstlight Photography.

Trending in South Sound weddings are barn weddings with burlap décor and baby’s breath, according to Paula Lowe, publisher, South Sound Wedding & Event magazine. “We are also seeing couples using vintage décor such as handcarts or old wheelbarrows to hold gifts and covering hay bales with old quilts for seating during the wedding ceremony,” says Paula Lowe. “Also, this year many of our wedding couples featured in the magazine had live music at their wedding receptions.”

Another wedding trend is a nod to the fashionable 1920s era. The trend, inspired by the Great Gatsby movie and the TV program Downton Abbey, features stylish apparel such as dropped-waist dresses and flapper dresses. To complete the outfits, women wear sparkly headbands and long pearl necklaces. Men wear three-piece suits with a colorful tie.

If vintage weddings aren’t your choice, design your own theme to match your style and budget. “Today’s weddings are varied and are a personal reflection of the couple’s interests and personalities,” explains Lowe. “Weddings range from a casual outdoor barbecue to an elegant formal wedding.” Today most couples hold their wedding and reception in one location, which saves on decoration costs, travel expenses, logistics and more.

See the latest styles

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Fashion show models showcase trendy hairstyles for weddings. Photo credit: Firstlight Photography.

To see some of today’s trends, visit the South Sound Wedding Show on Saturday, January 23 at Marcus Pavilion at Saint Martin’s University. You will see creative displays by 70 highly-skilled wedding professionals. The latest styles in wedding dresses, tuxedos, bouquets, jewelry, and hairstyles will be on display during the fashion shows at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. This show is a local resource for engaged couples to find what they need for their wedding. Discounted tickets and details can be found at www.SouthSoundWeddingShow.com.

After you say “yes” what is next?

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Fashion show stage décor and design by is PJ Hummel & Co. Photo credit: Firstlight Photography.

Once you have celebrated your engagement, it’s time to begin planning your wedding. You will need to determine your budget, what time of year you want to get married, the location of your wedding (county or city), your theme, and the size of your wedding. Once those key decisions are made, you can start researching wedding and reception locations, also called venues, and wedding professionals: florist, caterer, photographer, and others.

The peak season for South Sound weddings runs May through October. If you are getting married on a weekend during those months, book your wedding venues and professionals at least 12 months in advance. To find local wedding resources, visit www.weddingandeventmagazine.com. 

Learn wedding planning tips      

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Meet more than 70 wedding professionals at the South Sound Wedding Show on January 23. Photo credit: Firstlight Photography.

Once you have determined your wedding date, it’s time to find wedding professionals to help. We suggest planning your logistics and wedding timing early in the process. Where to begin? South Sound Wedding & Event magazine presents a free South Sound Wedding Workshop on the evening of Thursday, February 25 at Indian Summer Golf & Country Club in Olympia. You will learn wedding planning insider tips from a photographer, DJ and others – all designed to help you make your wedding and reception run smoothly. For complete details and to register visit www.SouthSoundWeddingShow.com/workshops/.

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