DIY Trends for 2022 Weddings

No one could prepare for Covid affecting events… Will you be prepared for 2022?

2022 is predicted to be a great year for weddings. Many were postponed during 2020 and 2021. This means it will be a busy year for wedding vendors.

The main reason why is because fewer vendors will be available. This means DIY is going to be the biggest trend in 2022. This will help couples bypass inflated prices and overbooked vendors.

Going DIY in 2022 will help you plan your dream wedding affordably

Regardless of why you choose to host a DIY wedding in 2022, we know you must be looking for some inspiration to nail it.

You have come to the right place because we have gathered some of the most interesting trends expected for DIY weddings! We will help you with beautiful ideas that save you money & make your big day unique.

Micro Weddings are a Thing

Yes, we know micro weddings sound so 2020, but truth be told, they are here to stay! Couples looking to celebrate in a meaningful and safe environment are sticking to more intimate weddings.

Imagine having the time to set up some wedding pipe & drapery. You can prepare your ceremony spot with a beautiful arch, DIY wedding centerpieces & perhaps some fresh flowers.

There are many perks to planning small weddings:

1. Save money guest count is the highest cost
2. Spend time with loved ones (guests love this)
3. You get to enjoy the wedding planning process
4. Mico weddings are easy to plan while working

A micro wedding allows you to take the time to personally write each invitation, place card, and even menu. Focus on beautiful decorations that stand out while keeping your budget low.

If your invitation list is smaller than 25 guests, you can even take the time to bake some sweet desserts & make personalized favors for everyone.

Having a micro wedding does not mean you sacrifice décor or rentals like backdrop flower walls. Instead, it means you have the very essential people around you, taking off the stress of planning a large wedding.

Minimalism is Beautiful

Some of us have learned to live with the minimum. We might have visited fewer stores or purchased fewer unnecessary items. This has also become a way of living for many couples.

When you start to realize how much energy, time & money you spend on lavish decorations for a celebration you have a change in perspective.

Remember, weddings are supposed to be all about love. Are those thousands of dollars of imported flowers necessary?

2022 DIY weddings will be all about meaningful details; instead of the usual floral centerpieces. Rent flowers for your wedding that are sustainable & setup in minutes!

you can go for potted plants guests can take home

If you are hosting an air BnB backyard wedding at your house, then you might consider lighting as your only décor. You can use outdoor uplighting in trees, rent giant LED light-up letters, fairy lights, and wedding monogram lighting on accent walls.

If you are going for a minimalist style, your main goal is to focus on specific spaces. You might even consider wedding signage (this is one of the 17 forgotten wedding details). This means you can leave the rest as plain and natural as possible.

For example, you might have a beautifully decorated head table or ceremony space. The rest of the reception can be finished with small details such as candles & glass floral vases with single stems.

Rock Vintage Décor

Vintage decorations are perfect for DIY couples! You can find many beautiful items at a reasonable price at secondhand shops to create your wedding style. There is no need to color coordinate everything which allows room for creativity.

Vintage weddings are easier to style. You can use mismatched chairs, tables, and table settings. Trust us, if this is your vibe, it will look amazing 😍

Vintage frames make for gorgeous décor! Add florals to the corners and hang them across your reception venue. Use different size picture frames as the base of your centerpieces.

Work in statement pieces on large tables for visual eye candy

Add varied height candles and teapots filled with flowers. For your sweets table, you can add different cups, plates, and cake stands. Bring in repurposed items like an old phone, camera, or musical instrument.

Lace and natural wooden pieces are perfect for a vintage décor theme. Repurpose wine bottles & mason jars to hold flowers and candles.

Paint them in a metallic tone and wrap them with lace or burlap to make them stand out. Mirrors and chalkboards are ideal for making announcements or writing your initials and the date of your wedding.

Benefits of Dried Flowers

Dried flowers are a DIY trend that has been going strong for a couple of years now. We have seen pampas grass everywhere around weddings. Lately, weddings have used dried floral in arches and even delicate pieces in bridal bouquets.

DIY brides just discovered dried flowers are a world filled with possibilities

Many brides avoid dealing with fresh flowers. This is because they are delicate and you need some basic knowledge to take care of them. Fresh flowers can also be tricky to arrange while under pressure at your wedding.

Dried flowers & preserved foliage leave little to no chances of messing up your decorations. We recommend you buy them ahead of time. This way you can have your decorations ready for your big day months beforehand.

Dried foliage comes in all sizes and colors. Another bonus is that you can paint many of them. This way you can work in pretty much any color palette.

Bohemian weddings themes tend to be the ideal theme to implement dried flowers. Give this a romantic or modern approach by adding some color to them.

What Will 2022 Bring?

Planning a wedding is exciting and having the opportunity to take décor into your own hands makes everything better. Typically when trends happen every year they are motivated by the industry. We feel these trends are inspired by our couples and the world around them.

do you predict any other trends for 2022, tell us in the comments below

There was a lot of uncertainty with events in 2020 and 2021. We feel that 2022 will be the year to celebrate love.

We hope you now know which trend to follow to make your 2022 wedding an absolute success while saving money. We look forward to helping you personalize your big celebration.