What Utah Couples Are Skipping & Splurging On for Weddings in 2025

Siempre Weddings
Jul 29
3 min read

Updated: Aug 4

With 2025 in full swing, Utah couples are switching things up and making wedding plans that feel more personal than ever. It’s all about thoughtful details, meaningful moments, and creating an amazing experience for their guests.

They're getting smart about what’s worth the splurge and what they’re totally okay skipping. So, what’s trending, what’s fading out, and where are couples putting their focus this year? Let’s break it down!

What Couples Are Skipping in 2025:

1. Traditional Favors : Couples are ditching generic favors in favor of elevated experiences, like a soda bar

, champagne tower, or handwritten notes at each place setting.

2. Overly Formal Dinners : Plated dinners with five courses are taking a back seat. Instead, couples are opting for shared platters, interactive stations, or elevated buffet-style meals that feel more relaxed but still luxurious.

3. Massive Bridal Parties : More brides are choosing smaller bridal parties or none at all. The focus has shifted from symmetry and numbers to intentional people who feel deeply meaningful.

4. Garter Tosses & Bouquet Tosses : Many Utah couples are skipping the traditional “toss” moments altogether, leaning into modern timelines that prioritize dancing, conversation, and meaningful rituals.

5. One-Size-Fits-All Décor : Copy-paste Pinterest weddings are out. In 2025, it's all about personalized design, where every detail, from paper goods to table styling, reflects the couple’s story.

What Couples Are Splurging On in 2025:

1. Full-Service Wedding Planners : Couples are no longer just hiring day-of coordinators they’re investing in full-service planners to bring their dream day to life without stress. Especially for destination weddings or high-design events, a planner has become a must-have, not a maybe.

2. Statement Florals : Think large-scale floral installs, floral-lined aisles, and lush ceremony backdrops. Utah couples are going big on blooms, especially at scenic venues like Siempre where the florals compliment mountain views and modern architecture.

3. Custom Fashion Moments : Personalized bridal looks, second outfits for the reception, and custom accessories (like embroidered veils or monogrammed gloves) are trending hard. Grooms are getting in on it too, with tailored suits, custom cufflinks, and designer loafers.

4. Guest Experience : From welcome parties and custom cocktails to games for guests and late-night snacks, couples are investing more than ever in making their guests feel seen and celebrated.

5. Cinematic Photography & Video : Moody tones, editorial vibes, and super-8 film are dominating wedding media in 2025. Couples are skipping the posed photos and going for natural, emotional storytelling through high-end content creation.

Trending Now in Utah Weddings:

Earthy Neutrals + Soft Pastels: Sage green, Soft Blue, taupe, ivory and greenery are leading the way.
Live Entertainment: Think string quartets for ceremonies and saxophone + DJ combos for receptions.
Private Last Dances: A quiet moment just for the couple before the grand exit, intimate and unforgettable.
Architectural Cakes: Minimalist, sculptural cakes that feel more like art than dessert.
Digital-Free Ceremonies: More couples are requesting unplugged ceremonies to keep the focus on the moment.

2025 is All About Meaning & Mood

Utah couples are planning weddings that feel deeply personal, visually stunning, and full of intention. Whether it's a mountaintop ceremony or an indoor-outdoor celebration at a modern venue like Siempre, one thing is clear 2025 weddings are less about tradition and more about telling your story the way you want.

If you're loving the 2025 trends and feeling inspired to plan a wedding that's intentional, stylish, and completely you, Siempre is the perfect place to bring it all to life. From statement florals to unforgettable guest experiences, our venue was made for the kind of celebration Utah couples are leaning into this year. Booking dates for 2025 and 2026 are filling fast, schedule a tour or give us a call to start planning your dream day at Siempre.