2016 Wedding Trends // Team Post

Photo by Maggie WItter

Photo by Maggie WItter

Trend Setters

Every year we see new trends hit the wedding industry, and we wanted to know what trends have stayed and what is new. This is what we found!

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Sparkles! Sparkles! Sparkles!

Sparkles seem to make their way into any wedding day, and we are seeing sparkles incorporated into weddings more than ever. From the invitations to the details on a dress, and the decorations at the reception. Sparkles are taking over and we are loving it! 

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Mismatched

As mismatched wedding attire has been a trend in the past year we are going to see more couples pick up on this in 2016. It is such a fun way to incorporate your wedding parties true colors as they pick out something they feel comfortable in as well. 

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Creative Food and Drinks

Couples are sharing their personality through food and drinks just like we want them to! It's not only a conversation starter, but it's also a fun way to treat your guests to having something they won't get anywhere else. Pro tip has it that pre made drinks are easy on the budget as well!

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Fresh Picked

Weddings wouldn't be the same without floral. What is in season has been getting attention more than ever. What is fresh picked to what is local couples are appreciating what is available to them at the time and season of their wedding. Flowers have been a major tradition in weddings, and as new traditions rise this is one we absolutely love!

Through the Lens

The moment guests arrive they are pulling out their phones and begin hash tagging away as they post to Facebook and Instagram. The hashtag trend is still on the rise as social media becomes a huge part of any wedding day with the couples personalized hashtag. Polaroids and film captured moments are a huge hit right now as guests are loving the immediate gratification of a photo.

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Set the Mood

Lighting is the last thing any couple thinks about when they are planning a wedding, but lighting is important to the environment you have chosen. Chandeliers are setting an elegant mood while Edison light bulbs are setting a casual mood. Depending on your location these 2016 lighting trends are sure to set the mood for your guests.

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Still Trending

We won't be seeing the barn weddings leave the industry anytime soon. Couples are still enjoying it just as much as the first one they laid eyes on which is why they are making it the theme for their wedding day. It's perfect for those on a budget who don't need a huge event space, and to instead rent a barn and throw a casual wedding. It's great for the outdoors type and to seclude yourself from the city with your guests. 

Refreshing Engagements // Team Post

Photo by Jackson Faith

Photo by Jackson Faith

In the land of 10,000 lakes we find water all around us, and we are happy to embrace the great lakes of Minnesota as the perfect backdrop. Dive into these engagement sessions by our Rivets and Roses team!

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie WItter

Photo by Maggie WItter

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Jackson Faith

Photo by Jackson Faith

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Bryan Blumenschein

Photo by Bryan Blumenschein

Get Ready! // Team Post

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Getting ready for your big day?! Our Rivets and Roses team has you covered for all those special moments that happen before you walk down the aisle. These are a few of our favorite getting ready moments by our Rivets and Roses team!

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Jackson Faith

Photo by Jackson Faith

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Jackson Faith

Photo by Jackson Faith

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie WItter

Photo by Maggie WItter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Find Your Perfect Photographer // Team Post

It is that time of the year when new bling is near, and our Rivets and Roses team is ready for you to show it off! We have updated our website to make booking easier, so browse through and find one of our 6 photographers that is best for you!

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Ryan Stadler

Photo by Jackson Faith

Photo by Jackson Faith

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Maggie Witter

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Thea Volk

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Melissa Hesse

Photo by Bryan Blumenschein

Photo by Bryan Blumenschein

Rachel & Laura // Married // Post by Melissa Hesse

Rachel and Laura had a charming St. Paul wedding that took place in Irvine Park , and the reception followed across the street at the Science Museum. They incorporated all things they love which included Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and Harry Potter to their special day. All of the details they put into their wedding signified their relationship. It was such an honor to photograph the love and joy they bring to each other. Cheers to the new Mrs. & Mrs. Rice! 

-Special thanks to Liam James for assisting

Kyle & Chelsey // Married // Post by Thea Volk

Kyle and Chelsey were married a few weeks ago, but I would shoot their wedding a hundred times over, it was just that special. From Chelsey's elegant dress to Kyle's genuine happiness and their family's wonderful speeches, this day was great. Their creativity, love for the outdoors, biking, and welcoming personality was crafted into every detail of their plans. Mimi Weddings helped them pull it all off.