Personalize Your Catered Event with Eclectic Pairings

There is a strong pull towards individualism when it comes to planning a wedding this year. Although traditions are still a part of the celebration, couples are embracing the chance to show their personality, personal style and unique sense of self.

Couples want their weddings to be elegant, maybe even a bit magical, fun and memorable for their guests. Couples aren’t afraid too choose a smaller group of people for the guest list so that they can have more money for custom menus, unique eats and even unexpected treats (think fresh baked donuts for each guest to take with them when they leave!).

The result? A wedding that feels personal. So now that you know this trend is so hot, how exactly does all of this “individuality” come together in the form of a fabulous wedding? It’s all in the details!

Here are some of the most noteworthy wedding trends that might just inspire you!

Eclectic elegance is one way to get everything you want

Think of this as a little bit of romance with something out of the norm. Maybe formal tablescapes, candelabras, a dramatic cake, and formal floral arrangements but hold your reception outside for a twilight party. It’s like a formal event in the great outdoors.

You can also take inspiration from the fresh pickings of the farm-to-table trend in decor, by building and choosing seasonal blooms that are grown locally. It gives your flowers the “just picked” effect. It’s not formal but it is simply stunning.

Mix up the style for serving meals

One of the hottest trends is family-style dining. This let’s guests talk, laugh and really encourages the joining of two families into one. Nothing gets a conversation started like a meal served family style! Your guests will be passing beautifully plated entrées and sides while talking, remembering and sharing great stories. This is a great way to encourage the building of their new family bond. The wonderful thing is it’s relaxing and easy to do in any setting too!

Let the cake tell a story

The wedding cake has come a long way. No longer is it a standard white cake with vanilla buttercream and white cake. More and more couples are choosing cake flavors that are not only showing off their hometowns and heritage, but even fun things inspired by where they began dating or even a favorite destination.

There are some amazing flavor combinations too! Sweet honey with lavender, coconut cream, and even Chocolate Stout. If you want something a little spicey- we’ve also been hearing about blueberry cinnamon, chai tea latté, spicey aztec hot chocolate, fall inspired caramel apple cider and more when it comes to baking and serving a unique cake.

Make your cake your own no matter how many you need to feed! There are so many options- from flavored fondant to whipping cream! The combinations are endless. Don’t make it a statement for its size but for its flavor.

Think out of the box

There are no excuses for not having a wedding that is all about you. Don’t be afraid to mix little bits of your life together with family traditions, hopes and dreams and a little bit of flair.

So have we inspired you to go eclectic?