{"id":8263,"date":"2021-11-15T20:10:23","date_gmt":"2021-11-16T01:10:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.paradiseweddings.com\/blog\/?p=8263"},"modified":"2026-03-15T13:35:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T17:35:23","slug":"ultimate-guide-destination-wedding-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paradiseweddings.com\/blog\/ultimate-guide-destination-wedding-trends\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Ultimate Guide to Destination Wedding Trends 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Are you in the process of planning your destination wedding<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

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Every year, new trends and things are changing<\/strong> in the wedding world.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Especially now more than ever, due to the pandemic.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Thanks to this, you\u2019re probably wondering what’s in right now<\/strong> in the world of destination wedding planning…<\/p>\n

Luckily, our team of experts<\/a> at ParadiseWeddings.com<\/a> has the inside scoop for you.<\/p>\n

We’ve planned 1000s of destination weddings<\/strong> and know all about the hottest trends for 2026.<\/p>\n

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Planning Trends<\/p>\n

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  1. Guests<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Save the Dates\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Invitations\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Dresses and Suits<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Unique Welcome Parties & Farewell Events<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. Wedding Tech<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Style Trends\u00a0<\/p>\n

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    1. Themes<\/a><\/li>\n
    2. Colors<\/a><\/li>\n
    3. Favors and Decor<\/a><\/li>\n
    4. Entertainment<\/a><\/li>\n
    5. Film Photography<\/a><\/li>\n
    6. Scents of Your Destination<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Food Trends<\/p>\n

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      1. Food and Drinks<\/a><\/li>\n
      2. Cake<\/a><\/li>\n
      3. Sober-curious Menu<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        This list will give you inspo<\/strong> for save the dates to wedding themes and ceremony styles.<\/p>\n

        If you’re set on a destination wedding, you can expect these trends for 2026\/2027.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        \n\t\t\t\t\t1. Guests\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        1 of the first things you need to do when it comes to planning is\u00a0narrow down<\/strong>\u00a0your guest list.<\/div>\n
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        Due to the nature of destination weddings,\u00a0not everyone<\/strong>\u00a0you invite can attend.<\/div>\n
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        Keeping your list to\u00a0close family & friends<\/strong>\u00a0ensures that you have the right people surrounding you.\u00a0<\/div>\n
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        Not to mention it’s\u00a0less expensive!\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        \n\t\t\t\t\t2. Save the Dates\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        After solidifying your guest list, you have to send out save the dates.<\/div>\n
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        With weddings being more intimate and money-saving, couples are using that extra cash to\u00a0splurge on stationery.\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n
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        Everything from a handmade card to professionally done\u00a0personalized stationery<\/strong>\u00a0is all the rage.\u00a0<\/div>\n
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        When you think of destination weddings, you think of flights and beaches.\u00a0 \"save Image by notonthehighstreet.com<\/div>\n
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        A trend that is being spotted is a save the date that\u00a0resembles a passport,<\/strong>\u00a0boarding pass, or luggage tag.\u00a0<\/div>\n
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        On the other hand, you can choose to have a\u00a0clean simple design.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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        Are you more of a simple design person or do you like being extra?<\/div>\n
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        \n\t\t\t\t\t3. Invitations\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        Invitations are getting more and more creative.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        This means\u00a0clear or see-through invitations<\/strong>\u00a0made with acrylic or vellum.<\/div>\n
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        Envelope options include\u00a0solid colors<\/strong>\u00a0or a type of envelope that folds onto the invitation itself tied with a ribbon.\u00a0\n
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        If you\u2019re going the normal envelope route and want to be in style, then consider using a\u00a0wax seal & dried flowers.\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n
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        Personally, I love seeing the creativity<\/strong>\u00a0that is being used.\u00a0<\/div>\n
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        Check out these 20 BEST destination wedding invitation ideas<\/a>!<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        \n\t\t\t\t\t4. Dresses & Suits\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        While the traditional ball gown & suit will never go out of style, we see couples going out of their comfort zones.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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        Some dresses that are trending right now are more\u00a0functional dresses<\/strong>\u00a0that you can move freely in.\u00a0<\/div>\n
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        Everything from\u00a0simple<\/strong>\u00a0slip dresses<\/strong> to high-low skirts or even removable skirts.<\/div>\n
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        I\u2019ve even seen some\u00a0gorgeous<\/strong>\u00a0pantsuits<\/strong>\u00a0instead of dresses being used.\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>\n
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        For those wearing suits, you don\u2019t have to play it safe with a plain black suit anymore…\u00a0<\/div>\n
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        Unless you want to, of course!\u00a0<\/div>\n
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        Some suit styles that are cropping up are mismatch suits<\/strong>, fun patterns, colors, and even casual outfits.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

        Go a step further and ask guests to\u00a0match the theme<\/strong>\u00a0of your wedding.\u00a0<\/div>\n
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        Why just organize a welcome lunch and a farewell dinner? Do something unique!<\/p>\n

        Picture this: you and your wedding guests exploring the depths of the ocean while scuba diving<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

        Or all of you cozied up under a starry sky, starwatching<\/strong>\u00a0as you indulge in s’mores, hot cocoa, or maybe some spiked apple cider.<\/p>\n

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        Or, a yacht party for a farewell sail.<\/p>\n

        These are the unforgettable experiences you can organize for your wedding week.<\/p>\n

        In 2026, destination weddings will be embracing these feel-good, unique gatherings.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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        Today’s wedding scene isn’t sticking to old-school ways.<\/p>\n

        Couples are using technology to make wedding planning easier and cooler.<\/p>\n

        Augmented reality is a game-changer, letting brides ‘wear’ dresses virtually, making sure they’re the right fit.<\/p>\n

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        Couples are doing virtual venue tours from home for that immersive feel.<\/p>\n

        And they’re using smart apps run by AI to plan every bit of their dream day.<\/p>\n

        The digital world is totally shaking up how weddings get put together in 2026 and beyond!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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        \n\t\t\t\t\t7. Themes\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        Themes aren\u2019t a new trend, that’s for sure.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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        We\u2019re used to seeing vintage,\u00a0romantic, & Bohemian<\/strong> themed weddings.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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        Now we\u2019re thinking about the environment!\u00a0<\/p>\n

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        Eco-friendly and sustainable weddings<\/strong> that incorporate nature are the new thing.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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        Think dried flowers as confetti<\/strong> and packs of flower seeds as wedding favors.<\/p>\n

        But we\u2019ll get into the wedding favors later.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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        Another trend that’s up and coming is a geometric themed wedding.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        You can use geometric designs on everything, from your invitations and lighting to your cake & table numbers.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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        Along with geometric designs, consider a galaxy, stars, or space<\/strong> themed wedding.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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        There\u2019s nothing wrong with sticking to the traditional white wedding, but color palettes<\/strong> are gaining traction.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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        Colors to look out for in 2026\/2027 include bright & bold<\/strong> colors to earthy & dark<\/strong> or neutral tones.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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        We’re seeing color in the types of non-traditional flowers used, decorations, even in the wedding attire!\u00a0<\/p>\n

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        Color Palette ideas:<\/h4>\n

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