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One can only imagine what the trends will be, but after talking with caterers and wedding planners from all over the United States, the following were some of the latest:

Having at least one element that will reflect both your personal style and your relationship will make it a memorable event for your guests.

Both in secular and in religious weddings, couples often incorporate the unity candle into their ceremony. A new twist on this is the wine unity ceremony where the bride and groom pour from two separate bottles into one cup and both drink from it. Another option is using sand. In this incarnation of the unity ceremony, the bride and groom pick up a handful of sand from separate vessels and drop it into a larger vessel. This is a nice option because it is easy to incorporate other members of the family into the ritual, and great for those outdoor Hawaii weddings.

Color, geometric shapes, unique cuisine, and ethnic entertainment topped the list, with specialty linens incorporating several shades of the same color becoming increasingly popular.

Chocolate brown is the hottest color at the moment, both stylist and welcoming paired with pale blue or pink.

Square tables and varied table shapes throughout the room are replacing the traditional rounds.

A special beverage greeting for your guests as they arrive, anything from a colourful lemonade stand to martini ice bar will add a memorable touch.

Food stations, an assortment of different textures to create unique passing trays, and interactive cooking are all hot trends for the coming year.

Matching the entertainment to your choice of food is also becoming increasingly popular.

Though the wedding cake has always played a significant role in the classic wedding, many couples are looking at more personalized look using initials or cake toppers are gaining popularity again.

Whatever you decide, be sure your wedding reflects your sense of style, your relationship and works with your budget.

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