A Highlight of Wedding Trends 2021<\/h3>\n\n- Micro-weddings and elopement packages continue to trend, especially for couples hoping to marry before the end of the year<\/li>\n
- Live streaming and videography are more popular than ever \u2014 over half of couples opt to have some form of video coverage<\/li>\n
- Grazing tables and interactive food stations may have seen their glory days. While popular in 2019, shared food is something most couples are opting against in light of Covid.<\/li>\n
- Candid photography styles reign supreme \u2014 44% of couples prefer candid photos with natural lighting and another 52% are happy to have a mix of candids with a few posed shots for portraits and family photos<\/li>\n
- Dried and preserved flowers continue to be popular options for wedding styling in 2021<\/li>\n
- Most popular wedding songs 2021 include\u00a0Ed Sheeran’s Perfect, Elvis Presley’s Can\u2019t Help Falling In Love, and Christina Perri\u2019s A Thousand Years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
See More 2021 Wedding Trends<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\nPopular Styles & Wedding Trends 2021<\/h3>\n
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Rustic Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\nRustic weddings remain the most popular wedding style in 2021, with 38% of respondents to our survey of over 4,000 Australian couples opting for this theme. What’s great about a rustic wedding is that it evokes a particular aesthetic across every category of supplier.<\/p>\n
Rustic wedding venues like barns and cellar doors continue to be popular this year. Catering that’s more casual and low-key can easily be considered rustic \u2014 think spit roasts and whole fish cooked over open flames.<\/p>\n
Couples opting for a rustic wedding trend toward romantic, feminine bridesmaids’ attire and hair & makeup as well as soft, meandering wedding flowers that match the environment.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/assets.easyweddings.com\/files\/2022\/02\/23195156\/Byron-Bay-Tooraloo-Farmstay-Rustic-Wedding-Trends-2021_Sam-Wyper-Photography.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a>Rustic real wedding at Byron Bay Magical Tooraloo Farm Stay<\/a> | Photo by Sam Wyper<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nGarden & Outdoor Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\nAmong our survey respondents, 30% were planning a garden or outdoor wedding in 2020-22. Covid has certainly made this wedding style more popular, with many couples more confident booking an outdoor venue.<\/p>\n
As a result, we’ve also documented an increase in demand for hire items and marquees, particularly marquees with open walls.<\/p>\n
Natural, beautiful floral arrangements that complement the garden surroundings continue to be popular. Wedding styles like romantic, classic and rustic tend to be paired with outdoor wedding style.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/real-weddings\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/07\/Byron-View-Farm-Wedding_Photos-by-Figtree-Wedding-Photography_Kylie-Jonathan_22-900x600.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a>Garden wedding at Byron View Farm<\/a> | Photo by Figtree Wedding Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nModern Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\nAbout a quarter of survey respondents said a modern wedding was their vibe for their wedding style in 2021-22.<\/p>\n
As far as modern wedding venues go, couples are mainly looking at venues that don’t feel stuffy \u2014 they’re paying attention to things like natural lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors.<\/p>\n
As for modern wedding day style, we see a mix of attire trends ranging from figure-hugging silk bridesmaids’ dresses and playful jumpsuits for the ladies to ultra-tailored suits for the guys.<\/p>\n
Modern flower arrangements and decor might include a mix of preserved and fresh flowers, billowing drapery, velvet lounges, or bold, modern chandeliers.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/real-weddings\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/10\/Observatory-Hill-Sydney-Elopement-The-Evoke-Company-Natalie-Jesse_01-900x600.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a>Modern waterfront Sydney wedding<\/a> | Photo by The Evoke Company<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nClassic Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\nAbout 24% of Australian couples envision a classic wedding style in 2021. These couples are typically looking for photos that’ll stand the test of time, and that really translates across everything from what they’re wearing to where they’re planning to host.<\/p>\n
Couples with a classic wedding style in mind are more likely to book a venue that’s fairly traditional, like a hotel ballroom or a mansion that doubles as a private event space. What couples love about these kinds of venues is that they know exactly what to expect \u2014 impeccable service and delicious food served in a beautiful atmosphere.<\/p>\n
Flowers and decor will likely include the most popular varietals like roses, orchids and peonies. Think classic ceremony songs played by strings and a DJ who’s big on dancefloor classics for the reception.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/real-weddings\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/03\/Sallie_Tai_Modern-Romance-Wedding_Black-Avenue-Productions_022-900x600.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a>Classic wedding style at Showtime Events Centre<\/a> | Photo by Black Avenue Productions<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nMinimalist Wedding Style<\/h3>\n
About 17% of couples say their wedding style is minimalist, which can mean a range of things. Some couples use this word to describe a fairly simple, budget-friendly wedding while others see a minimalist look as a highly edited wedding style.<\/p>\n
That said, if a couple says they’re after a minimalist wedding, don’t automatically assume they aren’t into decor and styling. This kind of description is a great opportunity for you to ask questions about what minimalist means to them.<\/p>\n
Many couples who opt for a minimalist style wedding prefer to focus primarily on the setting. Is there an incredible view from the ceremony site? Is the atmosphere warm and cosy without needing much additional decor?<\/p>\n
Minimalist wedding style can also apply to the style of dress for the wedding party. Perhaps the couple is into basic silhouettes and colours. Or, maybe they want to encourage a very modern, tailored look.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/real-weddings\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Cip_Tom_Modern-Wedding_Caroline-Sada-Photography_024-900x600.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a>Bohemian minimalist wedding ceremony in Fitzroy North<\/a> | Photo by Caroline Sada<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nBohemian Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\nA mainstay for years now, Bohemian wedding style represents about 15% of weddings. While many suppliers think this means budget or DIY, that’s often not the case. Bohemian couples might hire a Kombi van, spend $5,000+ on flowers and stretch their budget to include something memorable like a prosecco truck \u2014 these things certainly add up.<\/p>\n
Try not to get stuck thinking that Boho weddings are the new DIY. Instead, explore with your clients to get to the bottom of their unique wedding vision. This style can often be paired with modern or outdoor wedding styles too.<\/p>\n
When it comes to Boho attire and hair & makeup, think loose, flowy styles and a natural personal style approach. Music is usually an important part of the celebration for Boho couples too, who might want a live guitarist and singer for ceremony and cocktails followed by a big band for their reception.<\/p>\n
Popular Bohemian wedding venues are usually going to be spaces that have plenty of outdoor event capability \u2014 whether an open lawn and rustic barn scene or a modern open-air winery overlooking vineyards.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/real-weddings\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/12\/Rhiannon_John_Vintage-Bohemian-Wedding_Shannon-Stent-Images_037-900x601.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a>Boho wedding trend continues to shine in 2021<\/a> | Photo by Shannon Stent<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nVineyard Weddings<\/a><\/h3>\nVineyard weddings make up about 14% of weddings in 2021-22. As far as venues go, these can really run the gamut of styling from urban winery warehouses to countryside farm stays and modern cellar doors.<\/p>\n
If you have a client who’s planning to marry at a vineyard, it’s important to ask what other styles resonate with them. While their wedding will be largely focused on the setting and food and wine experience, there are still plenty of opportunities to bring in modern, romantic or rustic elements.<\/p>\n
Candid, natural photography is going to be big with this crowd, as so much of their event is likely to take place outdoors and around the vineyards. Seasonal foods will also be important, as anything that complements the wine made on-site gets priority.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/real-weddings\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/11\/Lisa_Vanessa_Shannon-Stent-Images_Rustic-Relaxed-Wedding_033-1000x1498.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a>Vineyard wedding at McLaren Vale’s Robert Oatley Winery<\/a> | Photo by Shannon Stent<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWaterfront Weddings<\/a><\/h3>\nWhether on a jetty, a local beach or beside a lake, about 11% of couples opt for a waterfront wedding in Australia. Of these couples, most want some opportunity for outdoor access, even if only for their ceremony and photos on the waterfront.<\/p>\n
The category that’s probably the most affected by this wedding style is catering. Why? Couples want to serve food that reflects the place \u2014 think bright seafood dishes and light white wines or bubbly.<\/p>\n
Formalwear is also going to be informed by the sense of place \u2014 think lightweight fabrics and light or bright colours.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/real-weddings\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/01\/Maddy_Mitchell_Bohemian-Wedding_Simon-Hutchin_FAV_030-900x601.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a>Waterfront wedding on Hamilton Island<\/a> | Photo by Simon Hutchin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nBarn Weddings<\/a><\/h3>\nTypically matched with a rustic look and feel, barn wedding style is something about 10% of couples are into in 2021. Much like rustic wedding style, this couple is all about keeping things low-key and not too stuffy. Really, it’s all about the party.<\/p>\n
A great band or DJ playing late-night in the barn is going to be a high priority for this couple’s wedding vision. They might also be into low lighting and lots of candles, maybe even incorporating a dangling floral installation if the barn ceilings are particularly tall.<\/p>\n
Expect the wedding day attire and hair & makeup styling to also match the place \u2014 relaxed, approachable and very warm.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/real-weddings\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/10\/Yvonne_Craig_Bohemian-Wedding_Cavanagh-Photography_FAV_019-900x600.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a>Barn wedding style at One & Only Wolgan Valley<\/a> | Photo by Cavanagh Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nAre you advertising on Australia\u2019s no. 1 wedding business advertising platform? If not, learn more today about\u00a0what Easy Weddings can do to help you grow your business<\/a>.<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":270836,"template":"","au_pro_edu_tags":[],"class_list":["post-276560","au-pro-education","type-au-pro-education","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","au_pro_edu_categories-wedding-industry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/au-pro-education\/276560"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/au-pro-education"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/au-pro-education"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/270836"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=276560"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"au_pro_edu_tags","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/au_pro_edu_tags?post=276560"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
See More 2021 Wedding Trends<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n Rustic weddings remain the most popular wedding style in 2021, with 38% of respondents to our survey of over 4,000 Australian couples opting for this theme. What’s great about a rustic wedding is that it evokes a particular aesthetic across every category of supplier.<\/p>\n Rustic wedding venues like barns and cellar doors continue to be popular this year. Catering that’s more casual and low-key can easily be considered rustic \u2014 think spit roasts and whole fish cooked over open flames.<\/p>\n Couples opting for a rustic wedding trend toward romantic, feminine bridesmaids’ attire and hair & makeup as well as soft, meandering wedding flowers that match the environment.<\/p>\n Among our survey respondents, 30% were planning a garden or outdoor wedding in 2020-22. Covid has certainly made this wedding style more popular, with many couples more confident booking an outdoor venue.<\/p>\n As a result, we’ve also documented an increase in demand for hire items and marquees, particularly marquees with open walls.<\/p>\n Natural, beautiful floral arrangements that complement the garden surroundings continue to be popular. Wedding styles like romantic, classic and rustic tend to be paired with outdoor wedding style.<\/p>\n About a quarter of survey respondents said a modern wedding was their vibe for their wedding style in 2021-22.<\/p>\n As far as modern wedding venues go, couples are mainly looking at venues that don’t feel stuffy \u2014 they’re paying attention to things like natural lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors.<\/p>\n As for modern wedding day style, we see a mix of attire trends ranging from figure-hugging silk bridesmaids’ dresses and playful jumpsuits for the ladies to ultra-tailored suits for the guys.<\/p>\n Modern flower arrangements and decor might include a mix of preserved and fresh flowers, billowing drapery, velvet lounges, or bold, modern chandeliers.<\/p>\n About 24% of Australian couples envision a classic wedding style in 2021. These couples are typically looking for photos that’ll stand the test of time, and that really translates across everything from what they’re wearing to where they’re planning to host.<\/p>\n Couples with a classic wedding style in mind are more likely to book a venue that’s fairly traditional, like a hotel ballroom or a mansion that doubles as a private event space. What couples love about these kinds of venues is that they know exactly what to expect \u2014 impeccable service and delicious food served in a beautiful atmosphere.<\/p>\n Flowers and decor will likely include the most popular varietals like roses, orchids and peonies. Think classic ceremony songs played by strings and a DJ who’s big on dancefloor classics for the reception.<\/p>\n About 17% of couples say their wedding style is minimalist, which can mean a range of things. Some couples use this word to describe a fairly simple, budget-friendly wedding while others see a minimalist look as a highly edited wedding style.<\/p>\n That said, if a couple says they’re after a minimalist wedding, don’t automatically assume they aren’t into decor and styling. This kind of description is a great opportunity for you to ask questions about what minimalist means to them.<\/p>\n Many couples who opt for a minimalist style wedding prefer to focus primarily on the setting. Is there an incredible view from the ceremony site? Is the atmosphere warm and cosy without needing much additional decor?<\/p>\n Minimalist wedding style can also apply to the style of dress for the wedding party. Perhaps the couple is into basic silhouettes and colours. Or, maybe they want to encourage a very modern, tailored look.<\/p>\n A mainstay for years now, Bohemian wedding style represents about 15% of weddings. While many suppliers think this means budget or DIY, that’s often not the case. Bohemian couples might hire a Kombi van, spend $5,000+ on flowers and stretch their budget to include something memorable like a prosecco truck \u2014 these things certainly add up.<\/p>\n Try not to get stuck thinking that Boho weddings are the new DIY. Instead, explore with your clients to get to the bottom of their unique wedding vision. This style can often be paired with modern or outdoor wedding styles too.<\/p>\n When it comes to Boho attire and hair & makeup, think loose, flowy styles and a natural personal style approach. Music is usually an important part of the celebration for Boho couples too, who might want a live guitarist and singer for ceremony and cocktails followed by a big band for their reception.<\/p>\n Popular Bohemian wedding venues are usually going to be spaces that have plenty of outdoor event capability \u2014 whether an open lawn and rustic barn scene or a modern open-air winery overlooking vineyards.<\/p>\n Vineyard weddings make up about 14% of weddings in 2021-22. As far as venues go, these can really run the gamut of styling from urban winery warehouses to countryside farm stays and modern cellar doors.<\/p>\n If you have a client who’s planning to marry at a vineyard, it’s important to ask what other styles resonate with them. While their wedding will be largely focused on the setting and food and wine experience, there are still plenty of opportunities to bring in modern, romantic or rustic elements.<\/p>\n Candid, natural photography is going to be big with this crowd, as so much of their event is likely to take place outdoors and around the vineyards. Seasonal foods will also be important, as anything that complements the wine made on-site gets priority.<\/p>\n Whether on a jetty, a local beach or beside a lake, about 11% of couples opt for a waterfront wedding in Australia. Of these couples, most want some opportunity for outdoor access, even if only for their ceremony and photos on the waterfront.<\/p>\n The category that’s probably the most affected by this wedding style is catering. Why? Couples want to serve food that reflects the place \u2014 think bright seafood dishes and light white wines or bubbly.<\/p>\n Formalwear is also going to be informed by the sense of place \u2014 think lightweight fabrics and light or bright colours.<\/p>\n Typically matched with a rustic look and feel, barn wedding style is something about 10% of couples are into in 2021. Much like rustic wedding style, this couple is all about keeping things low-key and not too stuffy. Really, it’s all about the party.<\/p>\n A great band or DJ playing late-night in the barn is going to be a high priority for this couple’s wedding vision. They might also be into low lighting and lots of candles, maybe even incorporating a dangling floral installation if the barn ceilings are particularly tall.<\/p>\n Expect the wedding day attire and hair & makeup styling to also match the place \u2014 relaxed, approachable and very warm.<\/p>\nPopular Styles & Wedding Trends 2021<\/h3>\n
<\/p>\nRustic Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Garden & Outdoor Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Modern Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Classic Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Minimalist Wedding Style<\/h3>\n
<\/a>Bohemian Wedding Style<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Vineyard Weddings<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Waterfront Weddings<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Barn Weddings<\/a><\/h3>\n
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