17 Unforgettable Wedding Trends to Wow Your Guests in 2019

With a new year comes new trends, and 2019 is already paving the way for even more beautiful and extraordinary weddings. With some help from our friends at Be Inspired, we reached out to wedding industry pros to get the scoop on what's going to be hot next year. Make any wedding stand out with bold prints to add color to the big day, triangular arches for epic wedding photos, and unexpectedly hued engagement rings worthy of a double take.

Embrace the new year, and get ready for these trends to transform your wedding into a whole new kind of celebration.

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Anthurium Flower
Bloominous

Anthurium Flower

"Anthurium is the next It flower for boho weddings." — Euri Wong, lead designer at Bloominous

Anthurium Flower
Bloominous

Anthurium Flower

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Triangular Arches
Bloominous
August and Katherine Photography

Triangular Arches

"Triangular arches (structures) are gaining as much momentum as much as their circular cousin." — Euri Wong, lead designer at Bloominous

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Black Is the New Black
Ryan Nicole Photography
Generation Tux

Black Is the New Black

"Black is the new black. If it is an indoor affair and after 6 p.m., I think we are going to see a resurgence of the black suit and tux. It pairs well with any color creating timeless pictures, it is slimming, and the suit can easily be dressed down for the dance floor." — Nathan Bellah, director of marketing at Generation Tux

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Shades of Blue
Bethany Small Photography
Generation Tux

Shades of Blue

"Stop looking around, and make him your something blue. Yes, coral and dusty rose are classy calls, but I have a feeling that shades of blue are going to keep things nice and cool for the Summer heat." — Nathan Bellah, director of marketing at Generation Tux

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Customize the Groom's Look
Mark Spooner Photography
Generation Tux

Customize the Groom's Look

"The norm is dead. Be you, and let your wedding match. I definitely see this as a year for brides and grooms to let their personalities shine. Now more than ever, there are options for grooms to customize their looks. Gray with a touch of anything is sure to complement that wedding gown." — Nathan Bellah, director of marketing at Generation Tux

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Solitaire With a "Twist"
The Diamond Reserve

Solitaire With a "Twist"

"In 2019, we predict the classic and timeless solitaire engagement ring to gain popularity . . . but with a 'twist.' Adding just a little flair to a solitaire can really give it the extra wow factor! This solitaire with a twist keeps the ring timeless but gives it more dimension, and in turn, a little extra sparkle, taking a ring so many have and making it more unique and eye-catching. You can add a little twist to your solitaire in so many different ways, choosing yellow gold or rose gold, adding a milgrain detail to the band, or like this ring here, with a literal twist! What is important in the solitaire is keeping the center diamond as the focal point. But explore — make your solitaire unique and special to you." — Kaeleigh Testwuide of The Diamond Reserve

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Single Shared Prong
The Diamond Reserve

Single Shared Prong

"When it comes to engagement rings and weddings bands, less metal is more! Single shared prong diamond settings allows for just that, which means all diamonds. What so many love about single shared prong diamond settings is the illusion of the diamonds floating, as there is barely any metal visible from the top viewpoint of the ring. This style can be done with many different shaped diamonds and sizes. Having single shared prong diamonds in you setting or your wedding band will give it a timeless yet unique look." — Kaeleigh Testwuide of The Diamond Reserve

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Alternative Center Stones
The Diamond Reserve

Alternative Center Stones

"All the talk about Princess Eugenie's stunning and rare pink padparadscha sapphire engagement ring is sure to boost confidence in choosing an alternative center stone for an engagement ring! Choosing a sapphire, topaz, opalescent, or gray rose-cut diamond can allow for a unique look that will separate you from the rest." — Kaeleigh Testwuide of The Diamond Reserve

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Used Wedding Dresses
Still White

Used Wedding Dresses

"Environmentally friendly brides looking for sustainable alternatives to their big day are buying their designer dress preowned and up to 80 percent cheaper." — Bruno Szajer, cofounder of Still White

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Fancy-Colored Lab-Grown Diamonds
Ada Diamonds

Fancy-Colored Lab-Grown Diamonds

"We think this will be perfect for the fashion-forward bride! Fancy colored lab-grown diamonds — in colors such as pink, blue, yellow, and gray — represent an opportunity for exceptional savings compared to natural fancy-colored diamonds, which often sell for millions of dollars at auction." — Kelly Villarreal of Ada Diamonds

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Neon Signs
Here Comes the Guide
David Campbell Imagery

Neon Signs

"Wedding signage has been trending for a few years now, but up until this point, we've seen mostly wooden signs, elegant framed signs, or hand-calligraphed mirrors. This year, it's all about electrifying the typical wedding decor — and what better way to do that than with neon signs? Couples are giving new meaning to the term 'lit' by literally putting their names (and other messages) up in lights. Whether it's a 'crazy in love' illumination behind your sweetheart table or a simple monogram, these neon signs are amping up the 2019 wedding scene." — Jenna Miller, creative director at Here Comes the Guide

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Bold Prints
Here Comes the Guide
Cassie Castellaw Photography

Bold Prints

"Flowers aren't the only means of injecting color into a wedding! This year, greenery abounds, while bold prints on both the table linens and wedding backdrops give a festival vibe to the reception. Tablescapes, including colorfully patterned linens and bright napkins, are the perfect way to punch up the look of any event space. Plus, couples are gravitating toward statement-making modern art (making gallery wedding venues a popular choice) and even vibrant murals as the background for their ceremony — or just a few wedding photos." — Jenna Miller, creative director at Here Comes the Guide

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Smoke Bombs
Here Comes the Guide
D. Lillian Photography

Smoke Bombs

"Perhaps our favorite way of injecting a rainbow of color into your nuptials is with smoke bombs. You may have seen these eye-catching photos all over Instagram — and there's no sign of these smoke signals stopping any time soon! Besides using them as a cool addition to photos, couples can also consider using them to accent their outdoor ceremony recessional. Just think: your first kiss as newlyweds, a burst of beautiful colors, and the most extra walk back down the aisle of all time. We're here for it!" — Jenna Miller, creative director at Here Comes the Guide

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Statement Ceremony Arches
Here Comes the Guide
Mary Costa Weddings

Statement Ceremony Arches

"Speaking of wedding ceremonies, 2019 will continue to bring the eye candy in the form of statement-making ceremony arches. Couples can keep the color party going with custom backdrops in various patterns, textures, and hues. Because there's no better way to frame your I dos than — say it with us — in living color." — Jenna Miller, creative director at Here Comes the Guide

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Gifting With a Purpose
Lauren Ashley Studio

Gifting With a Purpose

"Gifts are here for a reason and not for a season! At Lauren Ashley Studio, we offer a complete wedding collection — for the bride and groom-to-be, bridesmaids and groomsmen, and mothers and fathers of the bride and groom, making sure each item in our personalized boxes will leave a lasting impression." — Jill Ramirez, owner and CEO of Lauren Ashley Studio

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Luxury Subscription Boxes
Maeven Box

Luxury Subscription Boxes

"Subscription boxes are definitely having their moment this year (wink, wink POPSUGAR!) Maeven's monthly subscription boxes will be right up your alley when it comes to choosing what's right for your wedding. Let's be real: updating your wedding Pinterest board with inspiration can be overwhelming, so why not let the inspiration come to you? Staying true to the latest trends, each month is full of sophisticated tools, decor, apparel, and beauty items that will help make the planning process oh-so smooth." — Kathryn Kerrigan of Maeven Box

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At-Home Convenience
Jordan Jack

At-Home Convenience

"Being in the comfort of your home is the new way to shop, especially for men who don't know where to begin when shopping for their wedding bands! At Jordan Jack, we eliminate pushy salespeople and endless days of looking for a wedding band by sending future grooms five exclusive options of different styles to try on at home to get a true feel and fit. While we don't guarantee that you'll find 'the one,' we do guarantee a stress-free and smooth sailin' shopping experience." — Jordan Yoder, cofounder of Jordan Jack