1) "A Silver Sixpence in her shoe."

There are many superstitions, traditions, charms, and symbols that are supposed to bring good luck to the couple in the future. The sixpence is an old symbol for prosperity in the marriage that I wish had never gone out of style. 

2) Live floral decorations

Live flowers have been used for centuries in bridal bouquets; but for years if flowers were used as reception centerpieces they were silk because silk were often cheaper. More recently, however, brides have been opting for live flowers in not only centerpieces but in large floral arrangements on pedestals or even hanging on the ceilings or walls! Live flowers bring just a little extra joy to the occasion with their fresh scent filling air!

3) Giving away centerpieces

On the other hand, what are you going to do with all of those fresh floral arrangements? Give them away to family and guests! You're going away on your honeymoon and won't be around to enjoy the flowers while they're still fresh, so why not share with those who helped you celebrate!

4) Bow ties

What lady didn't like to see her man in a bow tie? The fact that this is ever not a trend has me a little confused!

5) Kids holding your train as you walk down the aisle.

This trend was popular years ago when outdoor weddings first became all the rage. Brides wanted to be married outside but didn't want to ruin their dress, so they had flower girls, ring bearers, or some of their other favorite children hold up their train so it wouldn't drag on the ground and get dirty. 

6) Grandma flower girls

Grandparents are an important part of your wedding day, but sometimes they can be forgotten by guests. Let your grandmas have an important roll in your wedding by letting them sprinkle the aisle with flower petals right before you make your entrance!

7) Guest books that aren't books

Guest books trend to be put into a box in a closet and only pulled out every couple of years, but if you have your guests sign something else, something easier to display, you could create a beautiful keepsake to display for years!

8) Colored gowns

White is nice and all, but pink is so much prettier...

9) Sparklers and fireworks

What better way to celebrate a love that creates fireworks than with fireworks? 

10) Unplugged Ceremonies

When I have the opportunity to be a guest at a wedding, I love being able to watch the joy and see the beauty of the day. I love watching the first moments of the rest of this happy couples lives unfold! I want to experience it so I can remember the feelings, the sounds, the emotions - I can't do that if I'm watching through a screen.

1) Pop cans tied to the newlyweds car

Is it tacky? Yes, horribly so. But it's fun and the noise attracts attention so everyone knew you were just married! When I was a kid I couldn't wait to cruise around town with the cans tied to the back of my car. But alas, if I had done that when I got married the stares I would have gotten would have been off bewilderment, not excitement.

2) Disposable Cameras

Admit it, if you went to a wedding and found a disposable camera you took it upon yourself to put as many 2D memories in that thing as it would hold. In the days before camera phones and hashtags this was the fastest way to see pictures from your big day. Plus, seeing it from the point of view of the guests is always fun!

3) Photo Booths

I can't think of a more fun or memorable way to make sure you have a picture of everyone who was at your wedding! Plus, it's a memento your guests might actually appreciate!

4) Junior Bride

As a former junior bride myself I might be a little biased. Instead of having your favorite little girl litter your church with flower petals, make her feel special by dressing up like you! Complete with tiny bouquet and veil, when I was a junior bride I even got to wear high heels! I felt even prettier that the bride (my aunt)!

5) Short Ceremonies

All weddings are beautiful, but ceremonies can feel incredibly drug out after a while. Short and to the point ceremonies are my favorite!



6) Tall centerpieces

Even the simplest of centerpieces feel classier and add more depth to the room if you raise them up using tall vases. Plus, the added glass adds a dimension of sparkle that might not have been there before.

7) Chocolate Fountains

If I'm at a wedding that has a chocolate fountain and plenty things to dip in it I'm totally skipping the cake for this.

8) Subtle Themes

It used to be that your colors were your only theme for your wedding, then there were the over the top themes- like circus, complete with performers. Themes lately are much more subdued: old Hollywood glamour, vintage, woodland, themes that might not be noticeable at first until you look back on the day as a whole.

9) Cascading Hairstyles

Gone are the days where everyone in the wedding party had the same prom-inspired updo hairstyle! Brides have started letting their hair down with half updos, or just letting bridal curls fall freely. Brides-and everyone- look so much more beautiful when they're relaxed; having a hairstyle that is free of 942 hairpins stabbing your scalp is definitely more relaxing!

10) Daisies

Don't get me wrong, roses and lilies are beautiful and scream bridal, but it's so nice to see variety. Dasies especially are beautiful flowers that have an innocence about them making them seem perfect for weddings. Plus, daisies come in many different and vibrant colors making them easy to match with any color palette!