The Wedding Collective are back with their inspiring Bridal Market to show couples in Glasgow how they can get creative on their big day.

The design conscious alternative to the traditional wedding show is showcasing at St Andrews in the Square, Glasgow on Sunday, October 30 2016 for one day only.

With a relaxed market of carefully curated, independent Scottish businesses, The Wedding Collective champions local talent while offering discerning couples a stylish alternative to the humdrum of tradition.

From laid-back, Scandi inspired celebrations to vibrant, foodie, confetti-fuelled fiestas, this event caters to every whim of the creative couple looking for fresh ideas.

The Pantry Edinburgh will be on hand to fuel guests with tasty tacos with a soundtrack supplied by local gals Pretty Ugly DJs.

Gillian Lawtie, co-founder of The Wedding Collective, said: “The appetite for a non-traditional wedding is at its peak right now. Design is at the fore for many couples, whether it is the interior inspiration they take from travel, or style inspiration created on the street.

"Couples want design conscious celebrations that reflect who they are, their personal style and make a statement about their relationship. They want to create a beautiful environment to share with their own community of family and friends.

“The rise in shopping local also filters through to weddings which is at the heart of The Wedding Collective and each supplier we showcase, we want to champion and help grow creative communities. This kind of ‘google’ search doesn’t exist in the UK, so we’ve created these laid-back Bridal Markets where it’s easy, fun and relaxing to plan and bring together your wedding plans.”

The Herald:

Photo credit: The Wedding Collective 

The wedding trend forecast according to The Wedding Collective

What’s going up

• Stripped back industrial style. Minimal New York sleekness with style across every part of the day - font choice on invitations is big news.

• Wildness. Sculptural pieces with less flowers and more greenery and a botanical woodland look.

• The 70s. Revival of chunky lace, velvet, rich colours and macramé textiles.

• Scandi minimal style, with calligraphy, bleach woods, pastel shades, simple silhouettes for Bridal Party, delicate jewellery + natural hair and make-up. 
 


The Herald:

Photo credit: The Wedding Collective 

What’s going down

• Traditional wedding cars, people want unique transport or just to take a taxi.

• Kilts - men are harking after skinny suits with modern tweeds, tux’s for that NY sleek look.

• Religious services, mostly humanist ceremonies are being performed.

• Faux vintage like teacups, bunting and jam jars of flowers.s • Expensive bridesmaid’s attire, high street dresses made their own are the way forward.

• Hotel weddings, blank canvas venues are where most people are looking.

• Marquees – it’s all about the warm atmosphere Tipi now.
 
 Wedding revivals, what’s coming back… • 90s spaghetti strap dresses - that clean 90s Calvin Klein look.

• 70s dress shapes & fabrics.

• 60s natural hippy hair, braids.

• Confetti throws - make fantastic pictures as well as having an air of tradition around it.
 


The Wedding Collective Bridal Market is on Sunday, October 30th (12pm-3pm) 2016 at St Andrews in the Square, Glasgow - admission fee £4 in advance and £5 at the door.

Tickets can be bought online at http://weddingcollective.co/glasgow-wedding-fair/ and on the day at the Market.