"Latest Trends in Weddings: A Summary of Popular Styles Since 2019 ♡"

Introducing Popular Ideas and Items from 2019＊

It’s already mid-August, a little over the halfway point of 2019.

This year, various ideas and items have emerged in the world of weddings, coming in from abroad,

and among Japanese brides planning weddings in 2019-2020, many things have become popular with comments like "This is cute!" and "This is amazing!" ♡

Therefore, we at marry are excited to introduce you to plenty of wedding ideas and items that became popular in 2019.

By checking this out, you can get a complete understanding of the latest wedding trends♩

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[2019 Trend] ① Agate Place Cards

Agate, originally a type of chalcedony, has been around for a long time, but its use as place cards surged in popularity this year♡

They look like gemstones and shine beautifully. It’s common to write guest names in calligraphy＊

➡ Check out the article on Agate Place Cards＊

[2019 Trend] ② AVEDA Paddle Brush

As a gift of appreciation at receptions or as a wedding gift, AVEDA's paddle brush became as popular as personalized lipsticks from Estée Lauder and YSL♡ Priced at around 3000 yen.

With high functionality for hair care, the option to have your name engraved for free is also a reason for its popularity♩

➡ Check out the article on AVEDA Paddle Brush＊

[2019 Trend] ③ Anemone

Anemone flowers have become a hot topic among florists and hairstylists with comments like "So cute♡" and "It's very trendy."

The white petals and the purplish-black tubular flowers in the center have a sophisticated cuteness, reigning as the main flower.

Not only used in table arrangements and bouquets, but hairstyles featuring only Anemones are also trending♡

➡ Check out the article series on Anemones＊

[2019 Trend] ④ Gold-Edged Embossed Paper

A trend in DIY paper items has been tearing off embossed paper and using a gold marker for creating gold edges on table numbers＊

The materials can all be purchased at a 100 yen store, allowing you to complete it for a total of 300 yen. This affordability might also be a factor in its increasing popularity.

It’s a set to stand it using a gold lean clip available at Daiso♩

➡ Check out the article on Gold-Edged Embossed Paper＊

[2019 Trend] ⑤ American Flower

American flowers, originally one of the handmade accessories that originated in the U.S., have seen a surge in popularity among brides in Japan this year♡

These delicate and translucent American flowers, resembling glasswork, are a perfect match for both Western and Japanese traditional attire♡

➡ Check out the article series on American Flowers＊

[2019 Trend] ⑥ Brush Stroke Cake

The brush stroke cake is a design that is gaining attention as the next big trend after naked cakes and fruit cross-section cakes!

Its appearance, resembling the strokes of a brush with "flicks, stops, and sweeps," is why it's called a Brush Stroke Cake♩

➡ Check out the article on Brush Stroke Cake＊

[2019 Trend] ⑦ Brush Stroke Welcome Board

The brush stroke design is trending not just for cakes but also for other items!♡

Here’s a welcome board with a brush stroke design＊

Painted quickly with colors on the back of an acrylic board, its simple and rough appearance is popular for being stylish.

➡ Check out the article on Brush Stroke Board＊

[2019 Trend] ⑧ Silk Ribbon

Next up is the silk ribbon made from silkworm cocoons♡

Its shiny and gentle texture, along with its soft and airy atmosphere, is charming.

It is likely to be seen more in various items, whether tied to bouquets or as a detail in invitations♡

➡ Check out the article series on Silk Ribbon＊

[2019 Trend] ⑨ Ring Plate

While ring pillows have traditionally been box-shaped or cushion-shaped, recently plate-shaped (flat!) designs have been increasing in popularity, influenced by overseas trends♡

As they are flat, there are designs that create holders using pearls, acrylic, or natural stones to prevent the rings from sliding off＊

➡ Check out the article series on Ring Plates＊

Clear items with flowers encased in resin and materials like agate and quartz have become popular options.

[2019 Trend] ⑩ Clear Nails

Not long ago, glamorous and somewhat extravagant nail art was popular, but recently the trend has shifted to nuanced nails. Simple is back in style♡

In particular, clear nails with a transparent base color are becoming more commonly seen!

A clear French nail, where the tips are transparent, is also trending♩

➡ Check out the article on Clear French Nails＊

[2019 Trend] ⑪ Straight & Bundled Arrangements

In terms of hairstyles, sleek straight hair with a smooth finish is trending over loose and wavy styles for brides♡

It creates a clean and elegant atmosphere, doesn’t it?

➡ Check out the article series on Sleek and Elegant Hairstyles＊

Bundled arrangements tied with cords or ribbons are also popular♡

➡ Check out the article on Bundled Arrangements＊

[2019 Trend] ⑫ Floating Frame

Next, we have the floating frame, featuring glass or acrylic photo frames with flowers placed inside♡

Its transparency and stylishness stand out.

It seems everyone is using the metal photo frames from H&M HOME♩

➡ Check out the article on Floating Frames＊

[2019 Trend] ⑬ IKEA Mealheden Frame

The Mealheden frame from IKEA has become frequently seen in welcome spaces＊

It's a memo board that allows you to attach and display cards or photos with clips. It certainly has a strong presence♩

Priced at 1,999 yen.

➡ Check out the article on Mealheden Frame＊

[2019 Trend] ⑭ Bouquet with Fairy Lights

Finally, a bouquet adorned with fairy lights♡ (To be honest, this is something that may be predicted to trend in the future rather than saying it has trended.)

Tying lights to flowers is incredibly romantic!

It appears that in Korea, this technique is being used for proposal bouquets, and it’s already trending globally.

➡ Check out the article on Fairy Lights Bouquets＊

Check out the trends to create a stylish wedding♡

We have introduced items and ideas that trended in 2019.

You can find more detailed articles on each topic here!♡

➡ Check out the article series on 2019 Trends here＊

Incorporate anything you find interesting or cute into your wedding for a stylish celebration!♡

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