The Knot Sets the Stage for 2008 Wedding Trends!

Scheduled to hit the newsstands on January 28, 2008, The Knot's Spring/Summer 2008 issue will show you how creativity will be "THE KEY" in weddings this year! According to Carley Roney, editor-in-chief, "Brides want to be anything but boring this year... From resourceful ways to get the perfect look to decadent reception decor inspired by Sofia Coppola's fashion epic Marie Antoinette, surprising elements like '80s cover bands, and daring destinations, couples are going to new lengths to infuse their personalities into their big day."

Here's a summary of what The Knot predicts for 2008 weddings:

Beauty & Fashion

• Rental of big value jewelry items


• Wardrobe and hairstyle change (as many as three!)


• Heirloom wedding sets

Reception

• "Marie Antoinette" weddings -- top notch affairs fit for royalty!


• 80's cover bands and dancers


• Green weddings

Hi Tech

• Proposal and wedding videos on YouTube, Facebook, and personal blogs


• "Real World" Weddings -- video diaries of wedding events with ceremony highlights featured during the reception

Travel

• Evolve as new spots sprout--Scottish castles/African Safaris


• Longer, more distant locations of luxury

Get all the details when it hit stands on January 28, 2008! You can also read the online version on The Knot's website!!