Spring is finally upon us once again, and basking in all this South West sunshine has got everyone here at Abbotts Event Hire dreaming of the many events coming up over the next few months.
If you’re still putting together your biggest night of the year, or are just looking for what to expect at your next family get together, here’s our guide of the party trends set to take 2022 by storm!
Making Up for Lost Time
After a tough couple of years for us all (we won’t go into it!), everyone has a few reasons to celebrate in the bank! From do-overs of parties that were held over Zoom, to hybrid events combining engagement, sten-do and wedding receptions all into one – we’re seeing more and more people take up just about any excuse to get together and reconnect with their loved ones; a trend we hope sticks around!
This also means events are several times larger than previous years, even before lockdown! Going big like this in the past has often been a daunting prospect, meaning more work and lots of dreaded cleaning up – but with Abbotts’ Return Dirty Service included free of charge as part of every order, you have the freedom to paint the town as red as our logo!
Earthy, Natural Palettes
Providing a sense of calm amongst the chaos of these super-parties, the down to earth, grounded aesthetic – inspired by popular shows like Bridgerton and The Great British Bake Off – is a perfect pairing.
The rustic outdoor dream is particularly catching on in the wedding game, providing some escapism with a classically British fairytale vibe. Wood, linen and paper tabletop accessories compliment warm shades of cutlery and crockery to create a jaw-dropping scene, both in real life and across your photos on the day.
No matter the trends of the year, embracing nature will always be a timeless look!
Photo by Tracey Warbey
Vibrant Splashes
That’s not to say there’s no room for colour though! Bold, confident statement pieces bring a splash of colour and point all focus to those sentimental setups. Flower arrangements, coloured glasswares and regal standalone arches can really drive home a theme, allowing you to express your personality and really put your character into your night.
2022’s trend colours are all energising in their own way, from calming pastels to in-your-face electric shades, there’s plenty of scope to create a colour-scape all your own. Where will you place yours?
No matter the trends of the year, embracing nature will always be a timeless look!
Culinary Options
Diversity is king! Vegan food options, non-alcoholic drinks, even just straight-up hosting tea party receptions; more and more events are branching out and offering something new for their guests to experience.
Whether it’s a work do, birthday party, anniversary or wedding day; having a variety of options is wonderfully inclusive and ensures everyone ends up merry, satisfied and having a memorable night in their own way. An increasing number of caterers are diversifying their offerings, so cast a wide net and create something truly unique!
Photos to Last a Lifetime
Celebrations and photography have always gone hand in hand, and most of the items in the Abbotts catalogue were chosen with the camera in mind – but the return to in-person celebrations have seen a serious step up in picture perfect practices.
Aerial shots, drone footage and spaces specifically designated to capture those forever frames, going above and beyond with a full photography package is the new norm that’s here to stay. Here at Abbotts we’re well-versed in working alongside wedding planners and photographers to create stunning scenes, so we welcome these new chances to experiment!
So there we have it! You now have everything you need to navigate the 2022 summer event season. To capture this year’s vivacious energy for yourself, you’re already in the right place! Have a scroll through our catalogue to find the newest addition to your next event, or if you’re feeling confident place some orders for 2023 events and set your own trends!
