Winter Weddings
Yes, the hot summer months still reign supreme with brides, but the latest trend is cool winter weddings. Daring brides and grooms have their ceremonies right on the slopes, with the wedding party on skis. More traditional couples favor lodges or restaurants -- such as actress Kate Hudson, who tied the knot to rocker Chris Robinson in Aspen, Colorado. Whatever you choose, play up your reception with a winter wonderland theme. Some daring brides even choose a bold color for their wedding dress, letting the snow represent the traditional white.
Wild Weddings
Anyone who ever thought weddings were all about white tulle and lace needs to get out more often. Whether it's at a scuba diving ceremony with the vows written on tiny boards underwater, or a daring sky dive that kicks off the party, adventure-seeking couples are showing the world that there's a whole new way to get married.
Resort Weddings
There's nothing like a week at a resort to get the kinks out, and the latest trend among today's brides and grooms is to get away from it all on their wedding day. More and more couples are inviting their guests to tie the knot with them at all-inclusive resorts such as Sandals and Club Med. With a full staff to take care of all your wedding worries and a soft breeze to lull you, the only thing you'll have to think about is where your next margarita is coming from.
Weekend Weddings
With modern schedules full to the bursting, it seems that friends and family never have time to catch up anymore. Your wedding is one of the few occasions where friends and family will take the time from their busy lives to fly in just to be with you, so make the most of it. More and more couples are choosing to hold weekend weddings. From the Friday night rehearsal dinner, to the main event on Saturday and the morning-after brunch on Sunday, weekend weddings give you and your family the chance to really spend some time together. Consider planning a spa day for all your college roommates, or a golf trip for your brothers and your groom. Whatever you do, we know everyone will love the opportunity to catch up -- and create some new memories together.
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Brides who want spectacular photos know to take their pictures before the ceremony. More and more couples are breaking the tradition of not seeing each other before their marriage vows, and scheduling a pre-wedding photo shoot.