The rise of intentional design, emotional storytelling, and weddings that feel like an art masterpiece.
Just as social media is constantly evolving celebrations are too – not just in trend, but in tone.
Let’s be real for a moment. In a world saturated with Pinterest pins and Instagram inspo, it’s understandable that couples are craving something different that hasn’t been seen before. A wedding that feels like them, not a copy-paste template.
This is where editorial-style weddings are coming into place. They are intentional, design-led celebrations that are visually refined, emotionally rich, and artfully curated. It’s the kind of wedding that feels like it belongs in the pages of Vogue Weddings – not because those are extravagant, but elevated.
As a luxury wedding planner I’ve seen firsthand how editorial weddings are shaping the future of the industry and why this approach resonates so deeply with modern couples.
What is an editorial-style wedding?
While everyone is talking about it, let’s get clear on what is an editorial-style wedding. It’s not just about aesthetics but more about atmosphere. Those celebrations draw inspiration everywhere at any point in life such as from high fashion campaigns, lifestyle magazines, architecture and fine art. It’s about creating a visual narrative that is deeply personal and luxurious.
Key Elements:
- Emotional visual storytelling starting from the arrival at the location to the farewell brunch.
- Intentional design choices that reflect the couples values, traditions, style and unique story
- Relevant and refined details such as curated tablescapes, minimal florals and aesthetic textures
- Timeless photography and videography that captures emotion, movement and even the short moments that almost nobody has been recognising
The Reason why couples are falling in love with editorial-styled weddings
Nowadays luxury couples aren’t just planning an ordinary party – they are creating an experience! It’s all about purpose and meaning that takes priority and to host a wedding that creates emotions in every sense of the word.
Here’s why editorial-style weddings are becoming the way to go for luxury celebrations:
- Focus on Storytelling over Traditions
The wedding should reflect the personalities of the couple and not necessarily what the family or industry expects. Editorial weddings allow for more freedom to express heritage, values, aesthetic or shared passions in a subtle way.
- Emotion driven Photography
The Photographer and Videographer are playing an important role in the overall success of a wedding. We are moving away from overly posed portraits and embrace cinematic imagery, candid moments, and soulful storytelling.
- Artful Minimalism
Luxury always means less is more. Envisioning a single large scale floral installation, an artistic designed tablescape, or handwritten menus on handmade paper can speak louder than a thousand over-the-top details placed around the room.
- Inspired by High Fashion and Lifestyle Brands
Editorial weddings take inspiration from the fashion and interior design world, not wedding trends. Couples are drawing inspiration from couture, art galleries, old films, architecture, and European interiors to shape their wedding vision.
Personal Note from Soirée Sublime:
At Soirée Sublime, editorial-style weddings are the heart of everything we do. I believe in weddings that don’t follow formulas but instead feel like an expression. I’ve seen how powerful it can be when a couple steps into their wedding day and it feels like walking into a space that feels like home for them.
The beauty of the editorial-style approach is that it turns fleeting moments into lasting art.
Is an Editorial Wedding right for you?
You might be an editorial couple if you:
- Leaning towards iconic design, fashion or architecture
- Value quality over quantity
- Want your wedding to feel elevated but personal
- Care about how your day is captures and remembered
- Are less focused on trends but more into creating a mood
Do you want to design a Wedding that tells your Story?
At Soirée we support you realizing your dream wedding into an intentional work of art and bring your vision to life. Whether it’s in the swiss alps, at lake como or in santorini.
- Set up a chat in my diary here
- Explore our planning & design services
- For behind-the-scenes inspiration click here @soireesublime
I can’t wait to meet you and create an experience that hasn’t been seen anywhere before. The future of luxury weddings lies not in extravagance, but in intentionality. Editorial-style weddings allow us to embrace your story, your style and your unique vision that doesn’t only look beautiful but is also deeply meaningful to you.
The most iconic weddings are never copies. They are original masterpieces, specifically made for you.