Weddings Are Getting Wild!

4 Trends We’re Loving Right Now

In all the best ways!

So far this year, we’ve seen 2025 wedding couples toss the rulebook, pop the champagne (literally) and turn their big day into a bold, personal statement, full of wow factor and photo ops to match. At Belmont 16s Sailing Club, we’ve had a front-row seat to some seriously fabulous trends taking over the wedding scene. From behind-the-bar glam shots to grazing table grandeur, here’s what’s hot right now (and totally worth stealing for your own celebration).

CHAMPAGNE TOWERS ARE BACK, BABY....AND THEY’VE GOT COMPETITION

The champagne tower is no longer just a Gatsby-era throwback, it’s a fullblown photo moment. Picture this: the couple, side by side, pouring bubbly into the top glass as it cascades down a tower of coupes. It’s luxe, it’s theatrical and it screams...

here to celebrate!”

But wait, there’s a twist. Enter: the Margarita Tower. Yes, that’s a thing. Tequila lovers are trading fizz for lime and we are here for it. Just add salt rims and custom-stamped napkins for a signature cocktail experience your guests will never forget (or stop Instagramming).

BEHIND THE BAR PHOTOSHOOTS? INTRODUCING MARTHA

We’ve seen couples take their wedding photography to new heights and new spots. One of the biggest hits? Martha Bar at Belmont 16s. Couples are ditching the garden poses and heading straight behind the bar for glam shots that feel equal parts editorial and rebellious.

With moody lighting, artfully arranged bottles and that rich, textural interior, it’s no wonder photographers are making a beeline for Martha. Bonus: it’s a great place to sneak away for a moment together… and maybe a cheeky cocktail.

MID-RECEPTION DRESS SWAPS

(BECAUSE ONE LOOK IS NEVER ENOUGH)

Why settle for one show-stopping dress when you can have two? Or three? More brides are opting for a dramatic outfit change between dinner and dancing, think flowing ballgowns swapped for sleek slip dresses, or princess-style for party-ready jumpsuits.

It’s part fashion flex, part comfort strategy and totally unforgettable. Grooms are joining in too, ditching jackets for dinner shirts or changing into custom sneakers for the dance floor.

DID SOMEONE SAY CHARCUTERIE TABLE?!

Gone are the days of basic canapés. Grazing tables, particularly gorgeously styled charcuterie spreads are having a massive moment.

Whether it’s the cocktail hour centerpiece or a late-night snack station, this is rustic-luxe done right. Some couples are even styling their grazing tables to reflect their honeymoon destinations (Tuscan spread, anyone?).

THE TAKEAWAY? MAKE IT YOURS

If one thing is clear from all these trends, it’s this: couples are choosing celebration over tradition, fun over formality and personality over perfection. And honestly? We love to see it.

So whether you’re planning a barefoot bash or a black-tie soirée, take these trends as permission to do things your way. After all, it’s your love story tell it in style.

READY TO PLAN YOUR DREAM DAY?

From styling to coordination, we’ve seen it all and we can’t wait to help you create something uniquely you.

photography by Bec Essery Photographer and Zac Graham Photography CONTACT OUT TEAM