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Candi’s Crush: Wedding Trends

You guys, I am in L-O-V-E with weddings lately. I really enjoyed our 2015 wedding season and I can’t wait to see what is in store for 2016! I thought it would be fun to do a little Candi’s Crush about what we would LOVE to see more of next year! Here is my official wedding trends crush list!

Bird Cage Veils-
They aren’t for every bride, but I adore them!

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Candi Leonard Photography wedding photographer Newport News VA waterfront Noland Trail Lions Bridge Engagement Asheboro NC Piedmont Triad NC wedding photo_4246.jpg

Long Veils
I also adore a long veil! If I am being honest, shooting without a veil is a challenge for me! I love incorporating veils into shots!
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Big Flowy bouquets!
This trend is taking off lately and I ADORE IT. I love flowy bouquets with long ribbons and lots of different greenery mixed in!

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photo by the talented Britney Tarno (check her out because she is AWESOME )
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above photos by the talented: Britney Tarno
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Floral Crowns
If you aren’t going to where a veil…I would suggest a floral crown because, they are so much fun!! They are great for flower girls too!

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LOTS OF FLORALS!
I just love flowers and greenery! Adds so much to tables, ceremony backdrops and reception areas!

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Candi Leonard Photography wedding photographer Newport News VA waterfront Noland Trail Lions Bridge Engagement Asheboro NC Piedmont Triad NC wedding photo_4239.jpg
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Candi Leonard Photography wedding photographer Newport News VA waterfront Noland Trail Lions Bridge Engagement Asheboro NC Piedmont Triad NC wedding photo_4242.jpg

Non Traditional Dresses
We have had some FUN dresses this year from hints of blush and beige to dresses with feathers. I love the unexpected!

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Candi Leonard Photography wedding photographer Newport News VA waterfront Noland Trail Lions Bridge Engagement Asheboro NC Piedmont Triad NC wedding photo_4240.jpg
Candi Leonard Photography wedding photographer Newport News VA waterfront Noland Trail Lions Bridge Engagement Asheboro NC Piedmont Triad NC wedding photo_4241.jpg

Pattern Ties
And we can’t leave the guys out! I love the new pattern tie trends too.

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Candi Leonard Photography wedding photographer Newport News VA waterfront Noland Trail Lions Bridge Engagement Asheboro NC Piedmont Triad NC wedding photo_4249.jpg

LOTS OF GOLD!
Oh I adore gold! My logo probably clued you in on that tip! I love hints of gold on wedding days too!

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So there you have it..things I would love to see again next year!

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  1. Kelly says:

    So beautiful. I envy all these amazing details your brides do!

  2. Alicia Wiley says:

    As I am signing “these are a few of my favorite things…” All of these make my heart skip a beat!

  3. So dying over those bouquets! Love that those are the trend right now. They are so beautiful!!

  4. Misty says:

    Yes!!! Love all of this! Flowy bouquets! Gold! All of it!!!! 🙂

  5. Stefani Ciotti says:

    Love these details!! And I especially agree with the bird cage veils – LOVE!

  6. Jill Marie says:

    Love this post- so much beauty!!!

  7. Anne Alsup Canon says:

    Beautiful work! I love the trend of birdcage veils too!

  8. Bethanne Arthur says:

    Gimme all the florals! I am a sucker for a beautiful bouquet and flower crown!

  9. Leslie Ann says:

    I too love long veils to incorporate in photos! And the loose floral bouquets.

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