How to create a luxury wedding the modern way

If you want a luxury wedding day but you’re worried it’s going to look old-fashioned, traditional and just not quite ‘you’, don’t fret. Today we’re talking all about how to do a luxury wedding the modern way, creating a wedding day that’s the perfect fit for your love story. So, keep reading and be inspired by all of the gorgeous details, ideas and more…

Here at Carmela Weddings, we’re always keeping a close eye on the latest trends, but we also adore incorporating lots of personal touches so that your wedding day feels like a complete reflection of you both.

When it comes to a luxury wedding, our minds instantly turn to metallic hues and in particular, gold. This stylish shade of metallic is guaranteed to ramp up the glam factor at your big day but you can easily fall into the ‘traditional’ category. We suggest teaming it with lots of industrial elements to give it that envy-inducing modern edge. For colour schemes, we often look towards dark moody tones that add drama and impact. Not only does it look modern and stylish, it works beautifully with metallic shades which will give your day a dash of luxe.

Let’s talk about bridal fashion. Brides are spoilt these days with tonnes of designers that offer luxurious yet stylish outfits for your celebration. Opt for a chic jumpsuit from Rime Arodaky, adorned with lace detailing and a flatting fit. Alternatively, you’re guaranteed to find something swoon-worthy at Kate Halfpenny, with some seriously drop-dead-gorgeous gowns. When it comes to the groom’s outfit, consider donning a plush velvet suit in burgundy, plum or navy. Both the colour and material will achieve that luxurious feel yet both are also very on-trend for 2018/19 weddings.

It’s time to think about your luxury wedding décor and don’t overlook the importance of using blooms throughout your big day. Statement floral designs can effortlessly transform a venue and they instantly add a touch of modern-luxe to your wedding day. You can use floral installations in so many different ways too. For instance, adorn the window sills or fireplaces at your venue with overflowing greenery and oversized flowers – let the blooms do all the talking! You can also create hanging installations above your tables as modern centrepieces or you could use foliage and floral hoops as a backdrop for your wedding ceremony.

Details and decorations are the key to pulling off a modern luxurious wedding day. Embrace colours, textures and shapes. Use jewel-coloured geodes as place names, opt for geometric charger plates and metallic terrariums filled with burgundy blooms as centrepieces. We also can’t get enough of the neon light trend at weddings. Source a personalised neon sign to hang above your ceremony or bar area, it will look undeniably cool and you could even use it as part of your home décor later on.

We’re huge fans of lounge areas at weddings and they’re the perfect excuse to spoil your guests with a luxurious touch. Opt for velvet armchairs and sofas, styled with faux fur rugs, vintage-inspired lampshades and a metallic cocktail trolley bursting with the finest drinks you can find. A lounge area will also make the most of the space at your venue, while giving it a seriously luxurious vibe that will keep your guests talking long after the celebration has ended.

Make sure that your wedding venue is exclusive-use, this is one easy way to make you and your partner feel utterly spoilt on your wedding day. You and your guests will adore having the whole place to yourselves and it means you can decorate it as you please!

It just goes to show, a luxury wedding can still be stylish, modern and on-trend.