The 2025 Wedding Trends Report from Pinterest shows a dramatic change in celebrations as Gen Z reinterpreted customs with bold colors, individualized embellishments, and nostalgic appeal. Couples are adopting maximalist styles, rich color palettes, and details that express their uniqueness away from simplicity. Based on over 3.8 billion worldwide searches and 13.4 billion saved ideas, the site identifies four main themes destined to rule weddings in the next year.
1-Ring Revival Maximalist jewelry takes front stage
Generation Z is redefining engagement rings by combining adventurous flair with classic inspiration. Think stacked mixed-metal rings, unusual cuts, and vivid gemstones including pink, chocolate-brown, and champagne diamonds. Pinterest cites a 1,458% increase in searches for rings inspired by the 1920s, while unusual wedding ring stacking shot up by 1,656%). Couples are choosing stones that reflect their own style, therefore indicating a shift toward heirloom-worthy, conversation-starting designs.
2. Brown wedding bliss: earthy elegance sets the tone
A calming mocha-inspired shade, Pantone’s 2025 Colour of the Year is driving a takeover in chocolate brown. From rich floral arrangements to bridesmaid gowns and groomsmen outfits, this warm, earthy tone lends elegance and coziness. Pinterest data reveals a 551% increase in “mocha wedding theme” searches along with surges for brown bridal parties (+438%), and dark brown groom attire (+155%). The trend shows a taste for classic, environmentally conscious events.
3. Nostalgic Wedding Looks: Modern Glam Meet 1990s Silhouettes
With drop-waist suits, delicate gowns, and bold veils—all experiencing search jumps of 2,395%, 666%, and 138%, respectively— 2025 weddings will embrace throwback sentiments. While menswear veers into strong colors like burgundy and forest green, vintage Vera Wang gowns are coming back. Gender-neutral designs also take off; trouser suit wedding dresses climb 253%. Offering unique interpretations of classic elegance, the trend mixes nostalgia with modern touches.
4. Registry Office Ceremonies: Chic, Personal Micro-Weddings
With rising register office weddings and giving intimacy and authenticity first priority, Gen Z is reinventing “I do.” Reflecting a 128% increase in searches for register office wedding dresses, these pared-back ceremonies center on significant events over extravagance. Think sleek jumpsuits, fitted suits, and understated yet elegant clothing that fits the understated but trendy mood.
The Bottom Line
2025 marriages will honor uniqueness by fusing strong self-expression with hints to the past. Couples are creating festivities that seem especially theirs from earthy brown pallets to retro accents and small ceremonies, evidence that nostalgia and personalizing are the ultimate trends.
