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2017 Lighting and Decor Trends

Photo credit: Tyler Vu Photography

With the new year right around the corner, we’re looking ahead to what top lighting and decor trends you can expect to see in 2017.

Fully custom

What better way to say “this is our day” than to incorporate fixtures that were customized just for your special celebration? From bars to chandeliers to cocktail napkins to cake toppers, couples are really looking for ways to make their wedding unique to them. It could be a personalized monogram or simply a decor piece that speaks to the vibe that you want for your day – have it your way.

An emphasis on lighting

Lighting has often been an overlooked part of wedding planning, but it has become more of a focal point for many couples and we expect it to continue down that path. Whether it’s a candlelit dinner or an extravagant gobo wash dance floor, lighting is truly what sets the scene for a night to remember.

Bold colors

The bolder, the better! While neutral shades certainly still have their place in today’s weddings, we’re seeing an increase in bright and bold hues. Think jewel tones and rich, earthy tones – ruby red, sapphire blue, and moss green are all popular choices for a couple that is loud and proud. Pantone’s color of the year, Greenery, will also play a role in many celebrations in the year to come.

Keep an eye out for these trends popping up in 2017 weddings. We can’t wait to see what else the year has in store for us!

Proudly serving Bay Area Weddings for over twenty years, Fantasy Sound aims to be engaged couples’ first stop- offering Disc Jockey, Videography, Event Lighting Décor and Wedding Planning services. They are fueled by great ideas paired with strong coffee, and will never turn down a piece of red velvet wedding cake.

Photo of the Week!

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This isn’t one of our normal “Photo of the Week!” photos, but we wanted to share anyways! Kevin recently spoke at the NACE Experience conference and we just received word today that attendees ranked his presentation in the top 5 of all the Experience sessions- what an honor!

How to: Incorporate Trends into Your Wedding

There are so many aspects to creating your perfect wedding, which means there are nearly an unlimited number of ways to incorporate the latest wedding trends into your big day! Not sure where to start? Here’s a bit of inspiration to get you started:

Food

One of our favorite food trends is the ever-popular food truck!  This is a great addition after the more formal meal (and a few hours of dancing!). Originality is the name of the game with food trucks and we have no doubt that you’ll have all sorts of tasty food truck options to choose from given their popularity! Click here to learn how to find food trucks in your area.

Bridesmaid Dresses

Long gone are the days of the “bad” bridesmaid dress. Say hello to “mismatched” bridesmaid dresses. Make sure that all of your bridesmaids love their dress by allowing them to choose their own! You can simply share your color scheme with your party and then allow them to select their own dress. Despite being different, or “mismatched”, each dress will complement each other without being too “match-y.” We just adore that this trend, which will showcase the unique personalities of your bridesmaids!

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Photo Source: Green Wedding Shoes Photo Credit: Kati Rosado Photography

Venues

Think outside the box, unexpected wedding locations are in trend! Many couples are choosing to book unique venues for when they say “I do.” Museums, private estates, and “the great outdoors” are just a few ideas for uncommon venues. The beauty of this trend is that you can make any location a wedding venue!

Photo Source: Wedding Party Photo Credit: Lizelle Lotter Photography

These are just a few of the many trends of the year, what are some of the favorites you plan to include?

Proudly serving Bay Area Weddings for over twenty years, Fantasy Sound aims to be engaged couples’ first stop- offering Disc Jockey, Videography, Event Lighting Décor and Wedding Planning services. They are fueled by great ideas paired with strong coffee, and will never turn down a piece of red velvet wedding cake.