These 2023 Wedding Trends Embrace Playfulness Like Never Before

Our Favorite 2023 Wedding Trends

Short Wedding Dresses

While long skirts are romantic and elegant, we are head over heels for a flirty short wedding dress like the By Watters Macaron Dress ($495). Your rounds at the reception will be a little bit easier without a train, and it's also just super cute.

Multicolored + Patterned Bridesmaid Dresses

We've seen plenty of bridal parties that feature one color, different shades, but you don't have to stick to a monochromatic look. Mix in all of your favorite colors and prints for a textured feast for the eyes. You don't have to stick to expected shades either. Go for a chartreuse instead of a deep green, or iridescent, electric blue instead of slate blue.

Set-Jetting

Give your honeymoon an entertainment spin by picking a destination from your favorite TV show or movie. Travel to Siciliy's San Domenico Palace where The White Lotus: Season Two was filmed, or traipse around New York City to live your Gossip Girl dreams.

Microwedding

Keep things personal by cutting your guest list down to under 50 people. Not only does a microwedding save you so much money, but it also gives you some added flexibility. It might be hard to figure out who makes the cut, but you can always throw a larger reception later! Speaking of...

A Post-Wedding Party

Listen, we're absolutely obsessed with wedding receptions. They have to be in our top 10 events on the planet. By the time the reception rolls around, whatever nerves you had leading up to the ceremony are long gone and now it's time to par-tay. We've seen photo booths, we've seen DJ's, we've seen taco trucks. Include all of them if you want.

A Last Dance

First dances are a must-have at your reception, but when everyone is getting ready for your sendoff, consider adding a last dance to the mix. This is a great opportunity to take a breath, spend time with your partner, and just revel in the fact that you're married! You can dance, whisper, and enjoy being together without 100 people staring at you.

Burnt Orange Everything

Orange isn't just for October weddings anymore! Unexpected shades will give this bold color life all year long. Add it to your decor, bouquet, and bridal party looks. Our assistant editor Chloe is obsessed with the Moira Convertible Velvet Dress ($189) that she wore in her last stint as a bridesmaid.

Mirrored Aisles

We first got introduced to the idea of a mirrored aisle in Crazy Rich Asians (a rom-com wedding scene that still takes our breath away) and for fans of anything disco, this is an easy and eye-catching addition to your ceremony. It's elegant, quirky, and glam all in one.

Non-Traditional Engagement Photos

Move your engagement photo sesh to your favorite movie theater, art museum, or aquarium for a playful detail that will add personality to your wedding invitations.

Wedding Jumpsuits

Who said brides had to wear a dress? You should be as comfy on your wedding day as you want, and if that means a jumpsuit, then go for it, girl. This DB STUDIO Sequin Spaghetti Strap Blouson Jumpsuit($200, was $300) is giving us major heart eyes.

Creative Guest Books

Take your reception to the next level by adding a creative way for your guests to write their names. Whether you ask for date ideas, fond memories, or travel inspiration, this is a super personal way to get your guests in on the fun.

Maximalism

If maximalist fashion has a grip on you, it only makes sense that you'd want to add some of that texture, color, and extra oomph to your decor. However, this isn't an excuse to say yes to everything. Pick a theme or strict color palette to keep it from looking too chaotic.