Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding - Jan/Feb 2020 (Issue 78)

Finger on the pulse We’re just starting to put together a moodboard of ideas for our 2020 wedding and want to make sure we’re up to date with all the latest inspiration. What would you advise? Kirsty says: My top trend predictions for weddings in the year ahead are: ❤ TEXTURES Textures are becoming increasingly important including gauze, silk, chiffon, velvet and organic cotton; perfect for decorative items such as table runners, napkins and draping. To complement these materials; acrylic, vellum, wood and copper piping look great used for table numbers, place cards, table plans and backdrops. ❤ COLOURS While green, white and gold remain popular; nude and cappuccino tones are creeping in to maintain a neutral base along with hints of dusky blue and grey tones. Wild and dried flowers are very on trend as well as deep, rich colours combined with pastel and muted shades to create depth and contrast. Coloured candles are the perfect way to also add hints of your colour scheme and metallics are still strong, particularly foiled stationery. ❤ SHAPES Hexagons, circles and diamonds are ideal for a modern look. They can be included in your stationery and by using decorative items such as terrariums and moon gates. With long, banquet tables becoming more and more popular, tablescapes need intrigue and using different shapes, heights, textures and colour is a great way to achieve this. Mismatched items, coloured cutlery and glassware and unusual charger plates are ideal for creating the perfect table setting. Candlelight is still key for creating atmosphere and classic candlesticks are good for adding height combined with different tea light holders, either clear glass or in your chosen colour. ❤ SUSTAINABILITY Sustainability is another important consideration for your wedding day. You can do your bit by having stationery made from recycled materials, hiring items instead of buying them for a one-off use. Donating your wedding flowers afterwards to hospices, care homes and charities or gifting them to your guests are great ideas too. Kirsty Bull | Venue stylist | fundooweddings.co.uk Local experts share their wedding trend forecasts HOT TOPIC photographybyemmarolfe.co.uk lolarosephotography.com davidwheelerphotography.co.uk jessicahaymanphotography.co.uk nicolastreaderphotography.co.uk EXPERT ADVICE 101 