2018 wedding trends you’ll actually want to use for your big day

Hello 2018! If you’re getting married this year, you’re in for a treat. Shake up your wedding with the trends that are set to have a BIG impact this year. What’s so great about wedding trends, is that you can pick and choose the ones you love, and add your own unique stamp to them. From unexpected bridal fashion, to table decor, these 2018 wedding trends really offer it all.

Re-think pink

Whether it’s millennial, blush or frose, there’s no denying that pink is having a bit of a moment. The great thing about this trend is that you can go as subtle or in-your-face as you like. Whether you opt for a hint of it or go all out with the hue, it’s the perfect way to add a touch of romance to your wedding day.

Our favourite way to style it is with velvet pink table cloths and runners, draped beautifully over reception tables. You can shop or hire our collection here.

Keep it local

While we do love a big do, there’s something undeniably romantic about an intimate wedding. Having a wedding in your favourite restaurant or pub, not only guarantees good food, but also gives your wedding a more relaxed vibe. Plus, you can celebrate well into the night.

Caped crusader

Perfect for the fashion-forward bride, veils are being ditched in favour of bridal capes. Throw it back to Solange Knowles in 2014 or Serena Williams’ Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen number last year and give your wedding attire and unexpected update.

Just add sparkle

Unsurprisingly, this one’s our favourite! 2018 is set to be the year of sparkle and we’re all over it. From embellished gowns to sequin-studded receptions, add a touch of luxe to your wedding day. The use of sequins really allows you to add your own unique stamp to your wedding day. Available in a wide variety of colours, easily incorporate your colour scheme and bring your wedding day vision to life.

City hall wedding dresses

While the grandness of some of the UK’s spectacular city halls is worthy of a designer dress, if drama isn’t your thing, keep it short and sweet. If the Sex and the City movie taught us anything, it’s that sometimes simplicity works. A tea length dress or skirt is perfect for the bride who dares to be a bit different and offers the freedom to dance the night away.

Marvellous marble cakes

There’s no denying that inspiration comes in all forms, so it isn’t surprising that cakes are taking cue from interior design trends. Marble cakes are a real focal point at receptions and perfectly match a modern-minimalist wedding theme. The chic swirled pattern mimics marble to give your cake a sleek stone-like effect, which is stunning. We love this cake paired with our sequin navy table cloth to showcase it perfectly.

Opulent bridesmaid dresses

If you’re a bride who loves drama, the 2018 wedding trend of opulent bridesmaid dresses is perfect! Sparkle is proving it isn’t just for festive weddings with glittering bridesmaid dresses shimmering under the summer sun. Gold and pink are top of the colour charts, while darker shades work wonderfully for winter weddings.

Navy is the new black

Bored by black? Embrace navy instead. The undeniably chic hue was popular for 2017 and is set to continue to make its way into weddings this year. What’s so great about the hue is that it works wonderfully when paired with a wide range of colours. Whether you choose to combine it with burgundy, green, metallic gold, grey, mint, or with warmer pastel tones such as peach, orange, and pink, navy offers endless options for your wedding.

Whichever 2018 wedding trends you choose to adopt for your big day, we’re sure it will be wonderful.

7 autumn wedding trends to swoon over this season

There's something undeniably chic about an autumn wedding. Low lighting, an abundance of warm colours and the flicker of candles combine to ensure it's a romantic affair. If you've chosen this season to say your "I dos", here are the top trends sure to make guests swoon this season.

Dreamy dresses

This season, Olivia Palermo becomes the ultimate style #inspo. Her iconic wedding day choice of a two piece tulle skirt with cashmere jumper offers brides the chance to bridge the gap between style and comfort. Long sleeves are favoured by brides for fall, while the addition of faux fur or feathers offers a stylish, yet practical finish, perfect for those outdoor photos. And should budget permit, opt for a second dress, perfect for dancing the night away in. Alternatively, look to a single dress, which offers a second look, thanks to the simple removal of sleeves or neckline.

Gothic influences

If you're a bride who loves a theme, look no further than gothic influences. Whether you want to go all out and fully embrace Halloween, or nod to the darkest of eras, your finishing touches will convey your theme. At Magpie Linens, our choice is always chic. Go all out with our black sequin tablecloths, paired perfectly with pops of white or orange to embrace the holiday's most popular hues. Alternatively, for a more subtle take on the trend, our monochrome striped satin cloths are a popular choice this season.

Dark and stormy

And the season's embrace of the dark side doesn't end there. Bridesmaids are getting the gothic treatment too, with colour palettes veering towards the dark side of purple - so dark its almost black. If you don't do things by halves, elevate the look by teaming with metallics for a touch of luxe that can do no wrong. Vamp it up with metallic accessories and accents in your bouquets to make the colour pop.

Sparkle, shimmer and shine

With the autumn season all about low lighting, sequins are the perfect way to add a touch of sparkle. Amp things up with romantic candlelight galore and watch as those sequins capture the light in your reception room. Unsurprisingly, this look is close to our hearts and with an array of styles when it comes to sequin tablecloths and runners, effortlessly bring your sparkly wedding day vision to life, thanks to Magpie Lines. Check out our full collection available to buy or hire here.

Naked cakes

When it comes to cakes, we know a thing or two. Our sequin table cloths are a popular choice to showcase your wedding cake and this season we've noticed a spark in the naked cake trend. Although cakes are laid bare, they're never boring! The key here is to dress them up in style. It's all about laser cut cake toppers, dramatic floral displays and fabulous fruit to elevate the look.

The sky's the limit

For your reception room, it's definitely a case of the bigger the better. Table centre pieces are reaching new heights, which works especially well for smaller reception rooms. If you're limited by space, build up to add drama. It's all about tall candles, OTT centrepieces and elaborate candelabras to add a unique twist. And of course, finish those tables off with sequin tablecloths and runners to bring your room to life.

Food to fall for

Eat, drink and be merry is the ethos of the season, with more and more couples turning their attention to their choice of food. Guests are given the wow factor with a variety of new culinary creations, with food and drink stations serving as a focal point in the reception room. Whether it's create your own cocktails or entire tables devoted to desserts, anything goes this season.

To add a stylish twist to your wedding day, check out our collection of sequin tablecloths and runners, available to purchase or hire here.