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    Real Weddings

    Dallas brides and grooms of 2020 will fall hard for these 10 top wedding trends

    Nicole Jordan
    Dec 6, 2019 | 12:14 pm

    The holidays have arrived, which means Instagram feeds full of engagement announcements have, too. While the last few years have been major for weddings — hello, Harry and Meghan, Nick and Priyanka — experts say the momentum will continue well into 2020.

    For modern couples, whether they identify as classic or the very definition of unconventional, individuality is the name of the game. A growing number of brides and grooms are breaking free from tradition in lieu of celebrations that reflect their unique personalities, and according to industry professionals, this choose-your-own-adventure approach to wedding planning is here to stay.

    From a focus on sustainability to out-of-the-box florals, these are the top 10 wedding trends to have on your radar in 2020.

    Sustainability
    The Knot cites “Green Vibes” as the top wedding trend of 2020. From repurposed florals and decor to meatless menus and charitable donations in place of party favors, couples will get creative in finding ways to reduce the environmental and ethical impact of their big day.

    Anti-bridal gowns
    Ball gowns will always have their place. But now more than ever, there are myriad choices for brides who want something less traditional or simply want to wow in multiple looks throughout the day. According to Vogue, minimalist silhouettes, mini dresses, and high-low hems will be among 2020’s most popular looks.

    Hair accessories
    Whether brides keep it traditional or opt for an out-of-the-box wedding dress, they'll look on trend accessorizing their look with a headband, barrettes, or combs. Hair accessories are the new tiara, and, according to Brides magazine, they were the bridal trend du jour at Spring 2020’s Bridal Fashion Week.

    Cakes as art
    Fondant-covered cakes as reception centerpieces are nothing new. What is new are the towering works of edible art that will be at weddings and all over Instagram in coming years. Edible flowers, dripped icing, and artistic brush strokes up the ante on the creativity factor of these cakes.

    Dark color palettes
    Dallas-based wedding planning and design firm Cloud Creative Events predicts a shift from classic white and cream-colored palettes to dark, edgy schemes featuring hues not traditionally seen at weddings. Rich burgundy, forest green, midnight blue, and black will be some of the most popular color choices.

    Nontraditional florals
    It goes without saying: Weddings and flowers go hand in hand. Looking forward, arrangements will get more creative with the incorporation of unexpected elements like smoke bush, bougainvillea, or protea. Single-colored stems will also be popular in Insta-worthy installations that pack visual interest.

    Next-level paper
    Invitations, table place cards, and stationery get a little more personal with custom illustrations depicting everything from the wedding venue to the couples’ pets. Personalized patterns, bold colors, and pop-ups will also be popular, setting a playful tone for the whole celebration.

    Registry redux
    The days of registering for just skillets and sheets are long gone. In coming years, brides and grooms will use their registries to request everything from cash funds for their future home to luxurious honeymoon excursions and donations to their favorite charity.

    Interactive food and drinks
    For some, simple chicken, beef, or fish will not do. These menu-minded couples will get increasingly creative with their fare, experimenting with appetizer conveyor belts and build-your-own burger bars. Drinks are reimagined, too, with self-serve beer, wine, and cocktail bars from artful wall-mounted dispensers.

    Inclusive menus
    In addition to emphassizing the presentation of eats, more couples also are prioritizing inclusivity in their menu planning. Look for a wider range of cuisines to include options for vegetarians and those with allergies. Sips get the same treatment with the addition of non-alcoholic craft mocktails.

    Cakes are presented as works of art now.

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    Real Weddings

    Grandmas as flower girls and other inspired ideas from favorite Dallas weddings

    Nicole Jordan
    Dec 27, 2019 | 3:20 pm
    Grandmas as flower girls and other inspired ideas from favorite Dallas weddings
    Photo by Rebecca Chesney
    Julia Bunch Fearis and Galen Fearis asked their grandmothers, who are longtime friends, to serve as flower girls.

    Each fall, CultureMap spotlights some of the most fabulous real weddings of Dallas-area couples who recently tied the knot. From backyard barbecues to intimate dinner receptions and multimillion-dollar extravaganzas, each celebration we've featured this year has included swoon-worthy details as unique as the couples themselves. They raised the bar on fun and sentimentality, and in some cases, spared absolutely no expense.

    Read on for 10 inspired ideas and memorable moments from some of our favorite wedding stories of 2019.

    Grandmothers as flower girls
    Julia Bunch Fearis and Galen Fearis
    In one of the sweetest touches we’ve ever seen, the bride and groom’s grandmothers, who have been best friends for more than 30 years, served as flower girls. This whimsical backyard wedding was truly a family affair, with the father officiating and the couple’s beloved dogs playing important roles in both the proposal and wedding. The newly married couple celebrated with Babe’s Chicken served on family china, signature beers from local breweries, wedding cake made by the bride's aunt, and a messy, muddy dance party outdoors, under the stars.

    Bubbles on tap
    LeeAnne Locken and Rich Emberlin
    It’s hard to know where to begin with this Real Housewives of Dallas star’s $4 million “over-the-top fabulous” celebration. Of all the covet-able details — cherry blossom trees flanking the altar, an Epicurean cyclist at the reception, their monogram in lights at the Omni — the idea we'd like to steal for our next party is the Bubble Tap Trailer. Reception guests were greeted at the valet drop by the trailer, which is a first-of-its-kind, fully renovated vintage camper that has been converted into a mobile bar. Now that's a sparkling way to get the party started.

    High-flying entertainment
    Marlon Moore and Shonda Moore
    When the groom makes a living getting people in the mood to party, his own wedding is sure to be an epic celebration. Dallas' DJ ASAP and his bride thought of their big day as a “three-part show.” During the second act, the bridal party took photos while guests enjoyed live music, cocktails, and entertainment courtesy of an aerialist from Soar Creative Studios. (Apparently, aerialists are trending. Locken also had an aerial saddle-rider at her reception.)

    Weekend brunch wedding
    Gina Ginsburg and Grant Farmer
    There's no rule that says a wedding must be at night. Paying homage to how they first met — “Sunday Funday” brunch at The Rustic — the bride and groom hosted a glamorous brunch reception on the Terrace at The Joule hotel. After a ceremony on the “Eyeball” lawn, which as officiated by none other than famed photographer Tyler Shields, comfort-food favorites like chicken and waffles were served, along with signature cocktails and mocktails and libations from a mimosa bar.

    A paradise of flowers
    Rita Saynhalath and Derek Ngai
    The bride’s sister/wedding planner Rivann Yu took floral to the next level, creating a “paradise of flowers” that featured a floral canopy and arrangements by Dream Weddings. The intimate wedding was held at The Pearl Restaurant in Grand Prairie and attended by only close friends and family members. But there was nothing understated about the oh-so-Instagrammy floral fantasy, which completely transformed the space and brought the bride’s vision of modern elegance to life.

    An unconventional aesthetic
    Derek Whitener and Victor Newman Brockwell
    Wedding professionals predict dark color palettes will grow in popularity in coming years. Apparently, these grooms — well-known Dallas theater pros — were just ahead of the curve. Wanting “old Hollywood glamour mixed with slightly creepy elements,” the couple passed on traditional décor in favor of brass candelabras, neon signs, skulls, and romantic flower arrangements. Vintage fashion publications and pages from old fairytale books were also used in tablescapes.

    Parting on a sweet note
    Amanda and Matt Kundert
    It’s a sad but true fact that all weddings must come to an end. When this couple’s spring wedding came to a close, they made sure guests parted on a sweet note by handing out cotton candy in custom monogrammed tubs. There are myriad options for party favors, but sweet treats guests can savor the next day — and in some cases, scarf down in the car on the way home — are surefire crowd-pleasers.

    Slowing down for a sweetheart dance
    Joey and Lindsay McGovern
    Weddings can feel like a whirlwind, which is why the McGoverns highly recommend all couples schedule a private last dance — aka sweetheart dance — at the end of their reception. As guests gathered outside for the newlyweds’ grand exit, the bride and groom cleared the ballroom for one more dance as husband and wife, not a tipsy relative or rambunctious flower girl in sight.

    Honoring culture and traditions
    Sara Lavi and Brock Webberman
    These college sweethearts wanted to set the bar high on fun at their wedding, but they also wanted to honor their own culture and traditions. In addition to Jewish traditions, like the signing of the ketubah and the celebratory hora dance, nods to the bride's Persian culture were incorporated throughout. During the ceremony, she wore her grandmother’s Persian wedding shawl, and the groom wore his grandfather’s tallit. Traditions of a different sort took place at the reception. Having fallen in love at the University of Texas, the couple's groom's cake was a stunning version of the famous campus tower (complete with a mini Bevo), and the bride and groom led the crowd in the singing of the UT fight song.

    Editing down to what's most important
    Chris Andersen and Korey Williams
    Initially, these Dallas grooms envisioned a huge wedding with everyone from their social circles in attendance. But in the end, they went in the opposite direction, opting for an intimate celebration with 20 of their nearest and dearest. Following a small ceremony at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, the food-loving couple hosted a five-course dinner reception for their nearest and dearest at Local, a modern-American restaurant located in Boyd Hotel in Deep Ellum. They likened the vibe to that of being invited to an intimate dinner at a close friend’s TriBeCa loft — “simplistic city sophistication."

    Julia Bunch Fearis and Galen Fearis asked their grandmothers, who are longtime friends, to serve as flower girls.

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    Julia Bunch Fearis and Galen Fearis asked their grandmothers, who are longtime friends, to serve as flower girls.
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