Trends In Event Decor: What’s Hot In 2025


by MARSHALL BONE

Much like fashion and home design, event decor is always changing with the passing years. 2023 was all about natural elements and maximalist decor⏤bold colors, elaborate table displays, and extravagant floral arrangements. 2024 saw an uptick in monochromatic colors and intimate lighting. So, what does 2025 have in store? 

Check out what’s hot in the new year.

Bold Balloon Decor

Balloon decor has been trending for years and shows no signs of slowing down! Expect organic balloon arches, interactive installations, vibrant balloon walls, suspended balloon clouds/clusters, and other creative displays in 2025. 

Bold and unexpected color palettes will be particularly popular. Think high-contrasting palettes with printed balloons, metallics, and chrome finishes in a range of hues. They’ll inject energy into displays and create a fun yet luxurious event aesthetic.

Organic Shapes

2025 is all about embracing curves with your decor! From round tables to fluid balloon arches, soft, organic shapes create an inviting atmosphere and add warmth to any space. Bring a sense of fluidity and harmony with curved wedding ceremony backdrops, crescent sofas, and circular tables. You can also utilize large-scale installations, such as organic balloon displays and sculptures to blend modern trends.

Non-traditional wedding reception tables are particularly on the rise. Serpentine-like tables, half-circle tables, and elongated U-shaped tables allow for more intimate conversation and create an engaging dining experience. This trend is expected to be big for weddings for its ability to bring guests from all walks of life together.

Silver Platters & Serveware

Move over gold because there’s a new metal in town: silver! The new year will see events bringing timeless elegance to table decor with silver platters and serveware. While silver serveware is certainly nothing new, this trend modernizes the decor staple with ornate designs and unique shapes. It’s guaranteed to become a wedding and event favorite for its versatility with a range of color schemes, occasions, and event themes! 

Make your decor shine by placing silver platters at the table center with handcrafted wines and specialty mocktails. Pair these party platters with charcuterie, light bites, and more to turn any cocktail hour into a visually captivating⏤and delicious⏤experience.

Nostalgic Themes

From fashion to entertainment, it seems like everything old is new again. Event decor is no exception! Milestone birthday parties, proms, weddings, and other events use themes of decades of the past for a welcoming, nostalgic feel. 

What decades are the hottest for 2025? The ’80s, ’90s, and Y2K are the trending decades for hosts and planners of all ages. Emulate the ’80s with large taffeta decor, hit rewind to the 90s with colorful balloon arches and custom neon signs, build an event theme based on your favorite 2000s show, and more. Nostalgic themes will add a touch of whimsy to any event.

Ambient Lighting

Ambient accent lighting is on the horizon in 2025. Expect more events to utilize different lighting sources, such as small, restaurant-style lamps and statement candles and table lamps. Cozy ambient lighting sets the mood and feels intimate⏤even at large events. This trend builds on the 2024 wedding trend that shifted towards more intimate weddings and events.

Restaurant-style lamps also provide the opportunity for personalization. Party planners and designers are leaning into customization with monogrammed lamp bases, painted shades, and custom lampshades.

Dramatic Drapery

2025 is bringing the drama⏤with drapery! You’ll see draping, cascading fabrics, and linens across celebrations of all sizes. These flowing fabrics create a movement that adds depth and unexpected visual interest to event decor. It also adds a romantic feel, especially when draped over furniture and decor. 

Anticipate billowy drapes, dramatic tablecloths, and even fabrics cascading like waterfalls from ceilings.

Bright Colors

2025 events are moving away from neutral color palettes and towards brighter colors like violet and butter yellow. These modern colors add vibrancy and a unique elegance to spaces. 

Expect to see bold hues not only mixed with neutrals but with varying shades in their color family for a chic monochromatic look. And, of course, you’re sure to see Pantone’s Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse. This rich, deep brown evokes comfort and pairs beautifully with colors across the entire spectrum⏤including bold colors. The future is bright.

Eco-Friendly Design

Sustainability continues to be a popular design choice in the new year. This is no surprise considering sustainability’s influence across industries, from food and fashion to cars and interior design. 

Sustainability will be at the forefront of 2025 event decor, especially at weddings. You’ll likely see eco-friendly wedding ideas like biodegradable tableware, local and in-season florals, sustainable dishware, or even potted plants instead of single-use floral arrangements. 

2025 Trends to Watch

The new year means new event decor. 2025 trends are focused on personalization and creating an inviting atmosphere, no matter the occasion or event size. Try one trend or mix and match a few for a fresh, modern event that you and your guests will love.


 

Marshall Bone is a writer, copy strategist and all-around stylish guy who has been following trends in GQ for more than two decades. Voted best-dressed both his junior and senior year, Bone has continued this legacy and can be found covering various topics from men’s fashion to self care and grooming. He enjoys reading and is based in the greater Los Angeles area.

 

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