Happy New Year!! We thought we would start the year off with some of our predictions for top destination wedding trends in 2013. Whether you follow the trend, or add your own personal touches, each of these is sure to add a wow factor to your wedding.

Neutral Colour Palettes – greys, taupes and pops of blacks along with blush are predicted to be the top colour choices for 2013.

Wedding Invitations – hints of metallic gold, silver and bronze stamped onto the invitation – this adds a pop of fun without being too glitzy!

Liquor of the Year – Tequila!! Perfect for all you hosting a destination wedding in Mexico. Give your guests mini bottles as favors, tie escort cards around their necks, or incorporate bottles into your centerpieces! Do as your heart desires as this is one trend everyone will be on board with.

Unique Wedding Cakes – brides are loving big embellishments on cakes these days, but a new trend is to use eye-popping colour or all-over appliqués. Another trend is to incorporate elements from your wedding dress. For example, if your dress is made of lace, mimic it by creating a dress that resembles lace! And while we are predicting neutral colour palettes, bringing in a bright cake is defintely a fun way to add some pop.

Top Trend of the Year: Going Green & DIY! DIY projects are a great way to not only save money, but spend a fun Sunday afternoon with your bridesmaids putting everything together. Pinterest is a fantastic tool to get inspired and provides links to detailed instructions! Looking to go green? Try using recycled, plantable or tree-free paper for your wedding invitations and stationary needs! Minted Wedding Invitations has a great selection of Recycled Wedding Invitations for you to select and customize from.