Cylburn Arboretum Baltimore Wedding

John + Sabriya tied the knot at the Cylburn Arboretum in Baltimore.

Let’s be real—”trendy” gets a bad rap. But when it’s done right? It’s fresh, fun, and feels like you, just with better lighting.

Here’s how to pull off a wedding that feels current but still has your stamp on it:

1. Ditch the rules, keep the vibe. No one says you need a big white dress, a three-tier cake, or a first dance. Take the parts of weddings you like and scrap the ones that feel like homework. Want to walk down the aisle together? Do it. Want to skip the bridal party drama? No one will miss it.

2. Go heavy on personality, light on tradition. The trendiest weddings right now are the ones that feel real. Custom playlists. Pizza instead of filet. An outfit change that says, “I’m here to party.” Make it obvious it’s your day, not a styled shoot for the internet.

3. Small guest list, big energy. Fewer people = more intention. Micro weddings and backyard bangers are still very in, and for good reason—they feel personal, flexible, and leave more room in the budget for things you actually care about. Like that late-night taco truck.

4. Florals, but make ’em weird. Dried palms. Mismatched stems. Color-blocked bouquets. The trend? Less “perfect peonies,” more “cool arrangement from your artsy florist friend.” Bonus points for stuff that doesn’t die immediately.

5. Hire vendors who get it. You want a photographer who knows how to shoot your neon “Til Death” sign without making it look like a dive bar. You want a planner who can pivot if it rains on your rooftop ceremony. Get people who understand the vibe and you won’t have to micromanage.

Bottom line: A trendy wedding isn’t about copying the internet—it’s about creating something that feels modern, effortless, and yours. Keep it honest, keep it sharp, and don’t be afraid to skip the stuff that doesn’t spark joy.

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Venue: Cylburn Arboretum

Catering: Eleven Courses

Entertainment / Photobooth: DJ Harvey Dent

Florist: Wild Rose Weddings

Hair: Cortney Barnes Hair

Bride Dress: Le Bella Donna Bridal Boutique + Philadelphia Bridal Alterations

Bridesmaids Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids

Rings: Valerie Madison Fine Jewelry

Party Favors: Sweet Fortunes Unlimited