Hey there, nearlywed! Planning your big day for 2025? I’ve got you.

As a Maryland-based wedding planner, I’m seeing some really exciting shifts in how couples are choosing to celebrate—think: more meaning, less fluff, and a whole lot more personality.

If you’re tying the knot on Maryland’s Eastern Shore (or anywhere nearby!), here are the top wedding trends I’m seeing for 2025—and how to make them your own.

Personalized Experiences Are Everything

Forget cookie-cutter weddings—2025 is all about you.
Couples are ditching traditions that don’t feel meaningful and embracing:

• Custom vows
• Non-traditional ceremony formats
• Interactive elements (like guest audio messages or live painters)
  

Weddings are becoming full-on experiences, centered around each couple’s story—not a template.

Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Celebrations

Goodbye, wasteful one-day events. Hello, thoughtful, sustainable celebrations.
More couples are asking about:

• Locally grown flowers
• Farm-to-table menus
• Digital invites
• Rentals and reusable decor
  

The vibe? Elevated and eco-conscious—especially fitting for our beautiful outdoor venues on the Eastern Shore.

Bold Wedding Fashion (Not Just for Brides!)

2025 fashion is bringing the fun. Think:

• Colorful or embroidered wedding gowns
• Statement veils and shoes
• Grooms in custom suits with bold colors or textures
• Bridal party looks that actually feel wearable
  

Couples are saying “yes” to the outfit that makes them feel like stars—not just what tradition says is “bridal.”

Intimate Weddings & Extended Celebrations

We’re seeing smaller guest lists (yay for real conversations and less stress), plus more couples planning full wedding weekends. Popular add-ons:

• Welcome dinners or welcome parties
• Group hikes, boat rides, or winery tours
• Next-day brunches
  

It’s not just one day anymore—it’s a whole experience

Elevated, Personalized Food & Drinks

Food is becoming an experience in 2025 weddings. I’m loving:

• Interactive food stations (hello oyster shucking or gelato carts!)
• Signature cocktails that tell a story
• Menus inspired by your heritage or favorite places
  

Guests leave raving not just about your vows—but the food, too.

Planning a Wedding in Maryland in 2025? Let’s Make It Yours

Whether you’re leaning into color, sustainability, or cozy vibes, your wedding should reflect what matters most to you.
If you’re planning on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, I’d love to help bring your vision to life—trends and all.

 Let’s start planning your dream day.