8 Popular Wedding Themes for 2025

Though not every couple chooses to incorporate a theme into their wedding, popular themes can help make planning a cohesive wedding experience just a little bit easier. If you have a theme in mind, it can help you select your decorations, invitations and even menu choices with more focus. A theme can be as simple or specific as you like — from a single color to a specific decade. No matter what you choose, a theme can make your wedding a memorable experience. If you want to hold a themed wedding but aren’t sure what to pick, here are eight popular wedding themes for 2025.

1. Royal Peacock

If you want a regal and sophisticated wedding, the royal peacock color scheme is a perfect choice. Now, you don’t need to go overboard with peacock feathers to pull this theme off. In fact, avoiding literal peacock decor is the way to go.

The purple, blue, green and gold colors in this theme create a royal and enchanting look for a wedding. Consider this darker color scheme for fall and winter weddings. If you love jewel tones and upscale elements, find inspiration in the bird that symbolizes royalty.

Must-Have Elements:

• Deep purple, teal and green florals
• Gold plates and flatware
• Coordinating table linens

2. Maximalist Eclectic

Minimalist weddings have been on-trend the past few years, so it makes sense to see maximalism coming back. This theme is flexible, so you can incorporate your personal style in any way. The key elements of a maximalist or eclectic wedding include:

• Bold color schemes. Think vibrant colors and loud combinations, like red with orange.
• Mismatched details. Don’t go for perfectly matching elements. Consider mismatched bridesmaids dresses, place settings, table linens and floral arrangements.
• Funky, thrifted elements. Sourcing secondhand pieces works perfectly for this theme. Colorful and unique vases, plates, wine glasses and more are plentiful at thrift stores.
• Non-traditional attire. Colorful or patterned dresses and suits complete an eclectic ceremony.

Must-Have Elements:

• Bold pink, orange, red or yellow hues
• Large and unique flowers
• Fun or patterned attire

3. Black and White

If the maximalist color scheme isn’t for you, you might love a black and white wedding theme. This simple theme makes for a timeless and high-class event.

Opt for black and white decor, such as tablecloths, dishes, floral arrangements and photo backdrops. You can also consider making your ceremony a black tie affair so your guests dress for a sophisticated occasion. Some couples may even ask guests to wear all black to really nail this theme.

Must-Have Elements:

• Traditional white gown and black suit or tuxedo
• All-white floral arrangements, especially roses
• Classic white cake

4. Whimsigothic

While gothic weddings have been around for a while, the recent whimsigoth trend in fashion may mix them up in 2025.

Typical dark wedding themes involve deep and rich color schemes perfect for fall and winter. While a gothic wedding will focus on black or deep red, a whimsigoth theme may tie in elements of nature, like greenery in floral arrangements or a forest venue. For this theme, think of an enchanted forest or overgrown cabin in the woods for inspiration, with a touch of spookiness like black and vintage decor.

Must-Have Elements:

• Greenery and mossy centerpieces
• Dark linens and place settings
• Dim mood lighting

5. Classy Cowboy

The cowboy aesthetic has been wildly popular this year, with inspiration from Beyonce’s Cowboy Carter album to Yellowstone stars Ryan Bingham’s and Hassie Harrison’s Western-inspired wedding. To pull off a class cowboy wedding, look for a countryside venue and hone in on natural decor and earthy tones. You can rock cowboy boots, hats and bolo ties with your formal attire.

The “disco cowgirl” theme has also been popular for bachelorette parties. This theme takes cowboy hats and boots and douses them in glitter and sequins for a feminine spin.

Must-Have Elements:

• Rustic or countryside venue
• Cowboy hats and boots
• Earthy color scheme

6. Wildflower

Floral trends will always have an impact on wedding themes, and this year’s popular choice is wildflowers. Wildflowers make for naturally beautiful and carefree arrangements, with mismatched colors and an almost messy vibe.

If you want your wedding to feel light, effortless and colorful, this theme is the perfect choice. Wildflowers work well for spring and summer weddings, especially outdoor ceremonies. You can go beyond just your floral arrangements by choosing a flowery gown, floral-print bridesmaid dresses and groomen ties and decor in hues of light pink, green, yellow and orange. Encourage your guests to dress in floral prints and nature-inspired colors, as well.

Must-Have Elements:

• Wildflowers, particularly in-season in your region
• Lace or floral embroidered gown
• Multi-colored floral arrangements and table decor

7. Enchanting Spring

Similar to the wildflower theme, enchanting spring takes inspiration from nature and the spring season. What makes this theme different is the color hues and decor.

For enchanting spring, choose a pastel color scheme, with soft pinks, purples, greens and creams. Adorn every tabletop with rose and baby’s breath floral arrangements, white candlesticks and cottagecore decorations. This theme should feel light and soft, with a fairytale atmosphere.

Must-Have Elements:

• Roses, baby’s breath and other flowers in pastel colors
• Candlesticks or twinkle lights
• Lace or dainty table linens

8. Super Chic

For a super chic wedding, look to some of your favorite influencers for inspiration. Sofia Richie Grainge, for example, had a classic and chic ceremony with timeless gowns, black tuxedos and simple white and green florals.

While you don’t want to copy an influencer’s wedding down to every last detail, you can get inspiration if you want more of a timeless and expensive-looking affair. The key is to avoid microtrends and keep things simple, yet high quality. A black and white scheme with touches of green, gold or silver can look chic and old money.

Must-Have Elements:

• Traditional wedding attire
• Simple one- or two-toned floral arrangements
• Fine china and traditional table decor

Which Wedding Theme Will You Choose?

Finding a wedding theme you love can help you narrow down your choices when it comes to picking flowers, decor, venue and wedding attire. No matter what theme you choose, remember to stay true to your personality.

Originally published 12/4/2018 – Updated 8/13/2024