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6 Wedding Themes That are Trending in 2020

July 17, 2020 | juliette

photo by Button Up Photography

As hard as it is to believe, 2020 is just around the corner! And do you know what that means? A whole new crop of incredible wedding themes, of course! Couples continue to get more and more creative each year, putting unique twists on old favorites and elevating current themes to fit a more modern look. From desert chic to tropical opulence (or “tropulence”), these six wedding themes will be everywhere in 2020.

Desert Chic

Desert chic is a perfect theme for boho brides who want to add elegance to a desert landscape. This theme is all about enhancing the natural surroundings with colors that either complement or make a bold statement to stand out. It’s a little less Southwest-inspired and more city-inspired but with a totally organic feel.

photos by Sarah Linda Photography, planning by Heartthrob Weddings and Events, venue:The Ruin Venue, floral design by Tropic of Flowers, wedding dress by Rue De Seine and LoversLand, rentals from Signature Party Rentals and Circa Vintage Rentals; see more from this wedding here!

photo by SambaJoy Photo & Art, planning by Wild Heart Events, venue: 29 Palms Inn, floral design by Idlewild Floral, rentals from Folklore Vintage Rentals; see more from this wedding here!

Moroccan

Moroccan has been trending for a very long time, and we’re not seeing it slowing down anytime soon! The best part of choosing a Moroccan theme (besides the fact that it’s stunning) is that you can really go all-out or keep it subtle. Maximalism is definitely haven’t a moment right now, which is ideal for Moroccan themes. But minimalist Moroccan is still very much a thing and is ideal for couples who want a theme without overwhelming their venue.

photos by Tali Photography, planning and venue: Villa Taj Marrakech, floral design by Catherine Villier, wedding dress by One Day Bridal, rentals from Maev Weddings; see more from this wedding here!

photos by Jordan Voth Photography, planning by Crosby & Jon, venue: Rancho Las Lomas, floral design by Soiree Floral Design, wedding dress by Galia Lahav, rentals from Archive Rentals; see more from this wedding here!

California Cool

California cool can mean so many different things to different people. So, for 2020 weddings, we’re seeing California cool as fresh and elegant. Elegant winery settings, all-white weddings attire and decor, and luxurious floral designs are all part of creating this look. So, it’s elegant without all the fuss.

photos by Anna’s Photography, planning by So Eventful, venue: Viansa Winery, wedding dress by Ines Di Santo, rentals from Encore Events; see more from this wedding here!

photos by Britt Crowe, planning and floral design by Hitched Planning + Floral, wedding dress by Anomalie; see more from this wedding here!

Wanderlust

When we say a “wanderlust” themed wedding, we don’t just mean adding travel-inspired decor. (That is, of course, a beautiful option that we still love!) The wanderlust theme for 2020 will be less about the decor and more about embracing an epic locale. Think weddings on cliffs, overlooking mountains, or in the heart of downtown city streets. These are the weddings that, when you see photos, instantly make you want to jump on a plane to anywhere. It speaks to the experiences-over-materials trend that’s growing in every aspect of life, and it’s definitely producing some seriously swoon-worthy weddings!

photos by Lighthouse Photography, planning by Santorini Glam Weddings, reception venue: Kamares Apartments, floral design by Betty Flowers Santorini, wedding dress by Grace Loves Lace, arch rental from Weddings & Whimsy; see more from this wedding here!

photos by Nisha Ravji Photography, ceremony venue: The Medici Fountain, reception venue: Ellsworth, floral design by L’Artisan Fleuriste, wedding dress by Grace Loves Lace, groom’s apparel by De Fursac; see more from this wedding here!

’70s Rock and Roll

Don’t worry, retro weddings are still very much a thing! But couples are adding a rock and roll edge to their ’70s-inspired weddings, and we are here for it! In addition to retro palettes, they are combining vintage and country decor, nudie and leather details, and classic elements to evoke this golden era of time and music.

photos by Sarah Murray Photography, venue: Buxton Hall, floral design by Springvine Design, wedding dress by Morgane Le Fay, bridal party jackets by Rusty Cuts, groom’s apparel by Union Western Clothing, rentals from East West Vintage and East Fork; see more from this wedding here!

photos by Hana Alsoudi Photography

Tropical Opulence aka Tropulence

You heard it here first: tropical opulence is going to be such a huge trend for weddings in 2020 that it needed its own word! So, what is tropulence exactly? It’s luxurious and lavish with a tropical twist. So, while the organic and natural feel of boho tropical weddings will never go out of style, tropical opulence takes it one step further with gold accents, lush florals, and luxurious textures.

photos by Button Up Photography

photos by Kathrin Krok PhotographyTracy Krapf, venue: Wolkenburg, floral design by Shabby Chic Events, wedding dress by Eddy K; see more from this wedding here!

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25 Comments

  1. These are really wonderful themes. I liked them all.
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  2. This is so amazing. Beautiful job.

  3. ALL IN on wanderlust!!!!!!!

  4. Based on this theme there are a lot of wedding invitation templates that also go with this.

  5. So many amazing options! I absolutely LOVE the Desert Chic theme, what a beautiful colour palette <3 Can't wait to share this article so that others can be inspired by these themes a well! Bec x

  6. Amazing article Juliette! I was awe-struck with your idea of a dessert wedding; the illustrations and pictures are good and give a clear picture of how one can go about deciding their wedding theme. The Morocco and Californian themed weddings are surely in trend and the wanderlust theme is perfect for those who enjoy scenic views. Surely, these tips would help ease out the immense pressure couples go through while deciding on their dream wedding.

  7. Thanks for telling me that having a California cool-themed wedding can help us achieve the fresh and elegant room we’re aiming for. My oldest sister is going to be married in a month and we’re trying to help her achieve the theme she wants. I’ll try to show your photos to her and see if she still wants to hire rustic wedding services or try one of these.

  8. Dessert Chic for the WIN! Cant help but love the boho look with all the bright colors! You can do SO much with this theme and is sure to set a fun tone for the whole wedding. Who dosnt love bright colors at a wedding?!

  9. Very cool ideas. I’ve set date for the December wedding and wanted to try new ideas. Moroccan theme look so exotic and wow. I think I will go for it.I’m planning to hire Lily from Lily Hayes Photography as she did an amazing job for my cousin’s wedding day.

  10. The wedding themes you have shared are fascinating. The pictures are awesome. It is sure to inspire some of the young couples to choose from these for their big day. Keep sharing more such posts on weddings and include colourful pictures too. Looking forward to more of those.

  11. This is a superb post,

  12. A wedding dress is both intimate and personal for a woman — it must reflect the personality and style of the bride.

  13. WOW!

    Very, very cool!

    This is so amazing.

  14. This is a great read, thanks a lot! This would really help for couples out there who’re planning to tie the knot.

  15. Beautiful themes, venues, dresses.
    Everything is just so perfect. Loved it!

  16. Thank you so much for sharing your valuable views on this topic. This blog help me out and gives me lots of knowledge.

  17. It looks amazing. We used to follow themes like this for our weddings.

  18. These pictures are lovely!

  19. AWesome work! Attention to detail!

  20. Those gowns look lovely

  21. Id love to use these ideas for my wedding!

  22. That girl in the cake cutting image.. her gown looks stunning!

  23. 2022 is almost here. I will be waiting for your next edition!

  24. My oldest sister is going to be married in a month and we’re trying to help her achieve the theme she wants.

  25. The article was so very helpful as we are planning a theme wedding & photoshoot.

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