How to Plan the Perfect Spring Wedding, Rain or Shine

Spring is often seen as a season for new beginnings. As flowers start to bloom and the weather gets warmer, it’s an ideal time to tie the knot. If you’re planning on getting married in the spring, check out these fun spring wedding trends for 2014 from Bridal Guide and get inspired!

Don’t let rain ruin your wedding — embrace it!

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From chic decorations to cute, rain-themed accessories, brides can find all sorts of creative ways to embrace the rainy season.

Bold Bouquets

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Bold colors are a huge trend this spring. Brides can integrate these fun colors into their palette, and create big, beautiful bouquets that leave an eye-catching first impression.

Planter-Inspired Centerpieces

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If you’ve got a green thumb, consider using gardening-inspired accents at your wedding or reception, like these planter centerpieces.

Cherry Blossoms

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These romantic pink blossoms are a beautiful symbol of spring. Cherry blossoms look beautiful incorporated in wedding decor, cakes, venues and even bridal gowns.

Lighten Up, Groom

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Warmer weather means that grooms and groomsmen should ditch the formal black tuxes and try some lighter hues. Tan, white, gray and pinstriped suits with a splash of color will be a huge trend this season.

Read the full list on Bridal Guide.

David Tutera’s Fall & Winter Wedding Trends

There’s nothing wrong with tried and true traditions, but many modern brides are looking to add a little twist to their fall and winter weddings. David Tutera, celebrity wedding planner, bridal fashion designer extraordinaire and host of My Fair Wedding (which has featured Laura’s Couture Collection), gave Bridal Guide the dish on his favorite fall and winter wedding trends.

Check out a few of them below:

Bold Invitations

Ivory or cream-colored invites are taking a back seat to richly hued card stocks that express the couple’s vibrant personality and originality. Think bronze, copper, and golden hues; earthy blends of burgundy, sienna, and chocolate brown; and deep shades of purple. Black and white silhouettes are also gaining popularity.

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Wardrobe Changes

Brides who want the best of both worlds will continue to wear not one, but two wedding gowns—an elaborate ball gown or form-fitting sheath for the ceremony and a shorter, sassier party dress to dance in at the reception. The latest trend, however, is to nix the party dress in lieu of a second glamorous gown. That’s two stunningly elegant and interchangeable ensembles.

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Shocking-Blue Shoes

This one is for brides whose “something blue” refers to what they’ll wear on their feet. The hue of choice will not be a subtle powder blue or periwinkle but, rather, footwear in a more unexpected shade of teal, turquoise or indigo.

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Embellished Bouquets

Bridal bouquets will also get an upgrade with the addition of crystals, vintage brooches and other pieces of jewelry that transform personal flowers into gorgeous accessories. In addition, traditional blooms, such as roses, calla lilies and hydrangeas will be replaced by dramatic arrangements of wildflowers and fragrant herbs.

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Click here to see the full list on Bridal Guide.