Summer Wedding Trends 2009

Summer 2009 is the time to shine! All things flirty and fun are fabulous for this season’s weddings. Colou rs close to nature like soft mosses and coastal waters mix with metallics and pearls to create a truly fairytale experience.

Creativity is freely flowing this year. Personal touches on gifts and favours are easy on the budget and bring an intimate feel to a regal event. Bridesmaids designing and making their own jewellery, hand made place cards and locally grown flowers are all trends that have blossomed from necessity into ‘must haves‘.

Sexy is warmly welcomed back in dresses for both brides and bridesmaids alike. Draped fabric and an abundance of elegant embellishments are in full force. You may even detect a slight homage to Bollywood with large broaches and paisley rhinestone detailing. This is the season you will find bridesmaids dresses that - dare I say it - can be worn again!

Food, following suit, is all about freshness and detail. Chef Maria Honeychurch (www.blackcreek.ca) describes the recent trends as, “getting back to basics”. She adds, “Traditional meals are very popular. Keep things simple and focus on your ingredients being fresh, local and substantial.”
“And vegetarian meals?” I ask.
“Whole grains and beans are both filling and delicious. Try lentil dishes and buckwheat crepes for some variety and make a green salad pop with a great home made vinaigrette.” Chef Maria stresses that you can’t beat the freshness and value of our local farmers and wineries, so buying local is key.

When it comes to dessert, expect the unexpected. Buried little treats like candies and fruit are a popular way to spice (sometimes literally) up the classics. Keep a look out as well, for cocktail-inspired cupcakes and pastries.

Hungry for more? Book a free consultation with Samantha and Lisa Marie to incorporate any of these ideas in to your Big Day! lotus_events@hotmail.com

Written by. Karen Allington