30 SECONDS WITH...
We asked top industry experts to answer one burning question in just 30 seconds.
Will there be any major shifts in wedding traditions in 2025?
“We are seeing people become more creative with how they take on traditions – whether that’s re-thinking taking on your partner’s name, instead merging or double barrelling, skipping the bouquet toss and the first dance, or walking down the aisle together or with both your parents.
Couples are rewriting the rules and making sure what they do at their wedding serves them as a couple, and I for one could not be more excited about this new phase of weddings!”
Zoe Burke, Editor, Hitched
What will be the biggest wedding trends of 2025?
“Our top trend for this year is the introduction of content creators alongside traditional photographers and videographers. We’re seeing more and more couples opting for bite-sized memories from their big day that can be shared in real-time and in the right format for social media, captured by experts in online content creation.”
Erica Vonderwall, PR Manager, Hitched
What wedding dress trends will brides be following this year?
“Our latest Wedding Trends Report has revealed that aisle style is shaping up to be short, bright and floral this year. Mini dresses and floral frocks are showing up more and more, moving away from the traditional white and ivory gowns you typically think of. Couples are mixing up their wedding wardrobes to ensure they really reflect their personal style.”
Erica Vonderwall, PR Manager, Hitched
What’s your favourite gemstone and why?
“I adore all gemstones, their beauty never fails to captivate me! Picking a favourite one is like picking a favourite child – it’s an impossible task. When I hold a superb Colombian emerald – in that moment, that’s my favourite gemstone. An hour later I’ll be holding a cornflower blue Burma sapphire, and you guessed it, it will become my new favourite!”
Tracey Ellison, Jewellery Expert, The Diamond Girl
What fashion trends can we expect from wedding guests in 2025?
“Weddings in general are becoming a much more comfortable affair, and with Gen Zers leading the comfy charge, I think we’re going to see more laid back guest attire than ever before. Flat shoes (even Crocs!) have already started to infiltrate the wedding industry, so I think we’re going to be seeing a lot fewer heels on the dancefloor this year.”
Erica Vonderwall, PR Manager, Hitched
What is your favourite celebrity engagement ring?
“It’s got to be Blake Lively’s – that beautiful oval diamond on a rose gold band. And I wouldn’t mind Ryan Reynolds either to be honest…”
Zoe Burke, Editor, Hitched
Where is your dream honeymoon destination?
“There are SO many honeymoon destinations I think could make the cut, but for me, I think that Bali is hard to beat. This jaw-droppingly beautiful location really does have it all – from a rich and vibrant culture to incredible scenery and sights that are just asking to be explored.
However, it also has a relaxing side, with beautiful white sand beaches where I can see myself sipping cocktails and soaking up the sunshine.
Action-packed or laidback, Bali has everything a newlywed could need for a honeymoon destination!“
Lottie Dainton, Wedding Trends Writer
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