Wedding Style Trends We’re Loving for 2026 & 2027
Chic Heritage, European Romance & Elevated Simplicity
Wedding styles are evolving, and we’re seeing couples lean into a more refined, effortless aesthetic - something timeless, elegant and deeply personal.
And we LOVE this direction.
If you’ve been saving photos of garden parties in Tuscany, heirloom décor, soft florals and romantic architecture… you’re right on trend. These styles pair beautifully with Braeside Estate, especially as we begin to introduce some refreshed heritage details to the venue over the coming months.
Here’s a look at some of the wedding style trends we’re excited to see more of in 2026 and 2027:
1. European-Inspired Romance
Think soft linen, stone textures, candelabras, warm lighting, and timeless florals.
From Tuscany to the English countryside, European styling is all about relaxed luxury—nothing too styled or too perfect, just effortless beauty.
Why couples love it:
It feels intimate, graceful and timeless in photos.
How it works at Braeside:
Our gardens, chapel architecture, and heritage spaces naturally align with this aesthetic. Small touches - centrepiece florals, ceramic tableware, or draped fabrics - tie the look together beautifully.
2. Chic Heritage Meets Modern Details
This trend blends history with clean, elevated styling.
Think historic buildings with fresh white walls, brass accents, reimagined antique pieces, moulded ceilings, and thoughtful, intentional décor.
It’s exactly the direction Braeside is moving in:
a refined, European-influenced, heritage-luxe feel that honours the estate’s story while giving it a modern, romantic glow-up.
3. Soft, Gelato-Toned Florals
We’re seeing couples choose pastels and muted tones over brights - think blush, sage, butter yellow, dusty lavender, champagne peach.
Florals feel loose, natural, and airy rather than tight or structured.
The goal:
Light, whimsical, seasonal, and effortless.
4. Long Lunch Reception Vibes
More couples are choosing relaxed, intimate celebrations over large, formal ones.
Picture:
Share plates
Rosé flowing
Candle-lit tables
Conversation that lingers for hours
Less “sit and wait” reception.
More “celebrate, connect, eat, drink, enjoy.”
(It’s very European of us - and we’re here for it!!)
5. Intentional, Not Over-Done Styling
The trend is moving away from Pinterest-overload and back to meaningful, personal choices.
Instead of:
Over-the-top florals everywhere
Think:
One thoughtfully designed floral moment
Beautiful table details
A space that speaks for itself
Quality over quantity. Always.
A Little Note on Braeside’s New Look
Over the Christmas period, we’ll be refreshing some of our spaces to align with these elevated heritage-meets-European touches.
Expect:
Soft, romantic textures.
Warm brass details.
Refined heritage charm.
Stylish yet timeless elegance.
Still Braeside.
Just - more beautiful.
We can’t wait for you to experience it.
Planning Your Wedding?
Whether your dream is European garden romance, modern heritage elegance, or something uniquely yours, our team is here to help you bring your vision to life - beautifully and effortlessly.
If you'd love to tour the estate:
Enquire today to book a viewing - 2027 dates are now open.
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