When the country first went into lockdown in March 2020, manystates issued restrictions on larger gatherings.

As a result, wedding season was virtually non-existent.

Large ceremonies were downsized, postponed, or cancelled and small weddings were on the rise.

A groom putting a ring on a bride’s finger

Before long, a wave of mini-mony’s and micro-weddings were ushered into existence.

Jump to two years later.

But therealquestion is: where are lovers walking down the aisle?

Wedding guests sitting in an outdoor venue

What decorations are surrounding them as they say “I do?”

What wedding rituals are people still partaking in?

Without a doubt, one of the hardest decisions you will have to make iswhoyou invite to your wedding.

balloon arch with added decorations

Big weddings are back and better than ever, while smaller ceremonies are on their way out.

That said, some couples are not ready to leave the mini-monies behind.

These easier-to-plan parties will allow couples to more quickly begin the next chapter of their lives.

A bride preparing to toss her bouquet

But before you begin buying balloons and twinkling lights up the wazoo, you might want to think again.

According toInsider, balloon arches are being replaced by flower walls and arches.

As for twinkle light ceilings?

A wedding buffet table filled with food

“As lovely as white is, couples want to pick a color and go for it.

Wedding planner Tory Smith refers to this movement as the “anti-trend trend.”

Amidst the “anti-trend trend,” there are also particular traditions that are becoming less common.

For instance, people are moving away from including toasts at the reception.

Couples have also been doing away with the bouquet and garter toss.

Instead, people are opting for virtual invitations and table service meals.

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Happy couples are also cutting down on handing out lavish goody bags.

Brides are even choosing to rent their wedding dresses, as noted byWho What Wear.