Wedding Trends We’re Loving

Our expert Weddings & Events Team at Wentworth by the Sea Country Club in Rye, New Hampshire is in the business of knowing what’s what when it comes to wedding trends. Keep reading to discover all you need to know for your wedding inspo – from décor inspiration to florals, and beyond.

#1. Classic Coastal Vibes

While the rules for weddings get looser and looser every year, a return to the classics is breaking through as brides and grooms are looking for décor themes that stand the test of time. At our coastal wedding venue, that means embracing coastal New England charm!

Black and white view of model sailboats hanging from the tent ceiling

Boat décor and nautical elements, from understated to grand, highlight the venue’s Seacoast location.

Place setting with blue and white china, a gold-rimmed charger and blue hydrangeas

Blue delphinium and white hydrangea aisle arrangements by the sea

Hydrangeas, hydrangeas and more hydrangeas! A timeless floral that calls back to the region’s native fauna is a popular trend.

Oyster shells with handwritten guest names used as place cards on a blue and white patterned tablecloth.

Wedding invitation suite with blue envelopes, RSVP card, and details card, accompanied by white flowers, gold jewelry in a blue ring box, a bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne, and lace fabric on a light blue surface

Two decorative oyster shells with gold edges, one holding a diamond engagement ring and the other holding gold and pearl earrings, placed on a light textured surface with a white ribbon and a spool of white fabric ribbon nearby.

Seashells galore! Couples have been loving oyster shells used as décor – both for function & style!

#2. Experiential Elements

In 2024 – it’s all about the guests’ experience. Weddings are no longer simple affairs, but events to be remembered. These experiences can involve food, activities or fun twists on classic wedding elements like a seating chart!

Bride and groom pouring champagne in a pyramid made by cups

Champagne being poured into a coupe glass tower

Champagne showers! These towers are a fun way to highlight the couple while engaging the guests – plus, an excellent photo opp.

Sip and Be Seated wall of mini drink bottles used as escort cards

Wall of mini drink bottles with blue striped straws as escort cards

Interactive seating charts are a sought-after wedding trend this year – and a fun way to spice up a long-standing wedding element.

Freshly shucked oysters arranged on a bed of crushed ice

Freshly shucked oysters served on a bed of crushed ice

We’ve seen more and more emphasis placed on food at weddings – from extravagant desserts to fun appetizers like these oyster bars – guests love it!

#3. Upscale Bespoke Details

We’re not the first to say it, but we will: it’s all in the details! Bespoke, personalized wedding details create an elevated and thoughtful affair that guests appreciate.

White tiered wedding cake decorated with green leaves, white flowers, and a small brown dog figurine with cake frosting on its mouth

Small black dog figurine with white frosting on its nose standing next to a white frosted cake on a white plate

Details that tell your love story really take the cake! We’ve seen a particular fondness for including pets, including dog wedding cakes!

Embroidered handkerchief reading For your happy tears, I love you Rach

Pair of white Nike Air Force 1 sneakers customized with gold script reading 'Mr. King' on one shoe and 'Mrs. King' on the other, with pearl and rhinestone embellishments on the Nike swoosh of the 'Mrs. King' shoe.

Elisabeth Stuckey of Elizabeth Stuckey Design wrapping one of her custom stationery designs

The small, personalized elements not only make a great photo opp, but offer heirloom items to save after the wedding is over.

It can’t get more bespoke than a live wedding portrait, painted on the spot! Again, couples are thinking long term about special pieces that can be treasured after the wedding.

Small glass jar with a cork lid labeled 'He's her Lobster' and the date October 1, 2022, next to a white tulle-wrapped favor tied with a navy blue ribbon on a beige tablecloth with a wine glass and silverware nearby

Small blue matchboxes with a white letter M inside a circle, arranged in a white ceramic dish

Sentimental favors – such as the couple’s favorite candies or monogrammed matchbooks, are not only a trend, but a big hit with wedding guests.

#4. Trending Colors

The wedding color palette is always a big topic of discussion when it comes to what’s trending in the wedding world. Luckily, there is a color palette aligned to every couple’s taste and venue setting, whether a coastal venue like Wentworth by the Sea Country Club or a country estate in the woods. From classics to colorful “wildflower” inspired palettes, to the season’s trending color – we’ve seen it all!

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white floral arrangements along the aisle and wooden chairs, overlooking a calm body of water under a clear blue sky.

Elegant white floral centerpiece with roses, ranunculus, and baby's breath surrounding a white table number card displaying the number 12

Classics always stand the test of time, and that couldn’t be further from the truth when it comes to wedding florals – from white and green, to delicate pink and white – you can’t go wrong with a classic color palette.

Close-up of a colorful floral arrangement featuring peach zinnias, pink roses, white daisies, blue delphiniums, and green foliage

For more daring couples – florals offer the opportunity to bring a burst of gorgeous color to your big day! These wildflower-inspired wedding florals can liven up any venue.

Elegant wedding invitation suite with floral accents including white roses, blue hydrangeas, and greenery arranged on a light background

Bride holding a bouquet of white and pale blue flowers with green leaves, wearing a white wedding dress and veil

Meet the color of the 2024 wedding season: butter yellow! Butter yellow is the perfect pastel for a wedding, and compliments blue, white and green perfectly to create a soft and endearing palette.

Wentworth by the Sea Country Club

Weddings are all about personalization, creativity, and making lasting memories. From classic coastal vibes to guest-focused experiences, the wedding trends we’re loving offer endless wedding inspiration for your big day.

Ready to plan your dream wedding? At Wentworth by the Sea Country Club, we specialize in creating unforgettable moments on your big day. Contact us to learn about our services, our oceanfront venues, and how we can help you bring your vision to life.

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