The gypsy gazing into the crystal ball, the astrologers with their charts, the stars, and the universe—all vouch that 2025 is the perfect year for you to tie the knot, take the leap, and get hitched—whatever rocks your boat!
Wedding Asia unravels the best trends in weddings this year—so, what else is there to do but to hold hands, sip a glass of wine or coffee, and explore the many choices we offer you on a silver platter!
NATURE – THE BEST WEDDING VENUE GOD CREATED FOR YOU!
When Nature is the venue, then the blue skies & golden sands and ancient trees bear witness to the first day of your forever together!
A trend that is catching up really fast is that of luxe weddings, quite literally, in the lap of Mother Nature!
Like Indian celebrity weddings – Virushka’s Tuscany heritage villa extravaganza and Katrina and Vicky’s 14-C Fort vintage locale in Rajasthan – every couple, just like you, wants a “different” wedding. Beach weddings with the sound of violins and the waves crashing in – that’s music to our ears!
Here’s why weddings in open-air, naturalistic venues are making a big splash:
- Best Insta-worthy backdrop – That wedding you attended in the swanky seven star? Well, it ain’t nothing compared to the beauty of golden sunsets, endless skies and lush trees framing your vows.
- Digital Album Legacy – No one photographs like Mother Nature! The myriad shades of the sky, the verdant hues of the grass, trees and flowers, the gold of the sand and the crazy blue of the sea – no human can replicate these venues! As a result, your future generations will appreciate some of the best photographic moments of your special day, in the lap of nature.
- “Wed-cay” for your guests – A wedding that doubles as a getaway? Hell yes! Remember the times you’ve been disappointed by a failed plan with your college peers. Well, it’s time to make up for the trip that never made it out of the group chat – all that and tying the knot with the love of your life.
- When Nature is witness to your Union-Remember seeing Instagram photos from the Shibani-Farhan nuptials at his parents’ farmhouse in Khandala? The most iconic moment captured was the family photo under a sprawling, old tree that seemed to bless the union! That’s the beauty of Nature- no “prop” seems out of place!
A “dream-come-true” moment where Nature itself became the mandap – truly, no chandelier can outshine the sun, nor give you better lighting than the golden hour.
Not just the wedding- other pre-wedding functions such as the haldi and sangeet also feel as ethereal when held under the open sky, with stars dotting the deep, blue sapphire night…
PASTEL COLOUR PALETTE: SUBTLE HUES ARE MAKING THE BOLDEST WEDDING STATEMENT
Say goodbye to fiery hues and on-your-face bright tones – 2025 is all about embracing the softness in love. Enter pastel colour palette — and no, we’re not just talking about Anushka Sharma’s iconic blush-pink Sabyasachi lehenga that basically broke the bridal internet.
Why say “I do” to all things pastel?
The magic of pastel goes beyond lehengas and lipshades. Brides-to-be are going crazy over lavender-themed mehendi setups and a pink dress code for the haldi function.
Just look at Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha’s pastel pink soirée or Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul’s ivory-coded wedding – proof that subtlety can be just as glamorous as sparkle.
Powder blues, blush pinks, and mint greens are here to paint your dream wedding into reality. When your “something new” is pastel, the wedding pictures are bound to look straight out of a fairytale.
LARGER-THAN-LIFE AFTER PARTIES: EVEN YOUR HAPPILY EVER AFTER DESERVES AN AFTER
The pheras may seal the deal, but the night has just begun – so, we need an after party. Couples in 2025 cannot keep calm as they say, ‘I do.’
With mini-Coachellas under the stars, neon-drenched lounges, and surprise stage acts (sometimes starring the guests themselves) for the guests, couples are surely dialing up the drama.
From I do to I dance: here’s why people will remember your afterparty
- Guests get to actually spend some time with you: Your fairytale deserves a signing-off live concert. Because why end the celebration amidst a formal setup when you can party with your loved ones?
- After parties feel like music festivals: Think fireworks as fiery as your chemistry, signature cocktails, live tattoo bars and 360° selfie pods that capture every twirl and tequila shot.
- Get some Instagram-worthy moments: After parties are a content goldmine, and trust us, these are the moments (or reels) you’ll be re-watching and re-sharing for years to come.
From vows to vibes, the new-age Mr. & Mrs. surely know how to be good, or may we say, groovy hosts. Who doesn’t remember googling Alia and Ranbir’s reception pics only to find blurry selfies everywhere? Proof that the party was a success, ifykyk!
CUSTOM INVITES & SAVE-THE-DATEs: SMALL DETAILS MAKE IT A BIG DAY
Weddings are no longer just ceremonies – we’re talking pro-level storytelling here. If your wedding hashtag did not go viral on Insta, did you even have a wedding?
Heaven makes the match, and branding makes the invite:
From eco-conscious stationery to personalised monograms, new-age couples know how to tell their love story with personalised hashtags and stationery. Think wax-sealed invites to embroidered napkins and monogrammed cocktail stirrers – even your wedding branding suite deserves emotional resonance.
Brides-to-be are hiring boutique storytelling agencies whose sole job is to make sure every corner looks Instagram-worthy.
Did you hear about brides using seed paper for save-the-dates and thank-you notes – inviting guests to plant wildflowers afterward that grow as your love story does? Now that’s how you add the “extra” in extraordinary invites.
POLKI SETS FOR BRIDES: THE JEWELLERY THAT OUTSHINES TIME ITSELF
Polki doesn’t whisper luxury – it roars royalty. It’s an heirloom that has been waiting to be passed down but first will walk you down the aisle.
From Sonakshi Sinha’s emerald-polki ensemble on her wedding day to Rakulpreet’s regal choker moment, Polki has become the go-to statement for brides who want a look that is equal parts heritage and haute couture.
Why 2025 brides need a polki set in their closet:
- Legacy Meets Fashion: Unlike fleeting fashion, Polki pieces are designed to last for generations, making them a classic.
- For a Photogenic Glow: Polki is the plus-one every modern bride secretly dreams of. Why? It is the perfect prop for golden hour photography and mandap shots that look like they’ve stepped straight out of a Sanjay Leela Bhansali set.
- Comfortable, Versatile & Statement-making: Mixes seamlessly with jhumkas and bangles – you get a pinteresty outfit without the burden of heavy jewellery.
PRIVATE VOWS: BECAUSE SOMETIMES EVEN THE 7 PHERAS ARE NOT ENOUGH
2025 started with singer-songwriter Armaan Malik and fashion content creator Aashna Shroff’s magical wedding, where the soundtrack wasn’t a pre-selected track but rather their own love letter in melody—a bespoke song from Armaan’s Saanvarey EP, with Aashna’s voice gently meshing into the background as they exchanged seven deeply personal vows. Their intimate ceremony was rich with symbolic and personalized elements. Sounds surreal, doesn’t it?
Why private vows are your centre stage to shine?
Take Suchita A. Mukherji, founder of women’s wellness brand The Basics — her vow recital went viral with 30 million views as she walked into the wedding hall delivering a floor-length, heart-melting speech. Guests laughed, cried, and nodded along with the groom — a moment that was entirely theirs, yet unforgettable for everyone lucky enough to witness it.
This year is all about breaking the norms and doing what feels good to the heart. From dreamy Polki chokers to neon-lit afterparties, these weddings aren’t just seen—they’re felt. What’s your favourite trend?
