From our friends at the Hay-Adams Hotel...
The landmark Hay-Adams, directly overlooking the White House is a popular venue for brides wishing to capture the quintessential Washington wedding. Alison Okobi, the director of catering at this award-winning hotel is spotting some new trends in 2016, based on the weddings she is orchestrating at The Hay-Adams.
First is the new trend of holding a brunch wedding instead of an evening affair. Brides can really enjoy the day celebrating with guests and sparkling cocktails are perfect with brunch. In fact, rosé wines, along with rosé Champagne, are very much in demand this year.
“2016 is shaping up to be a year of quality over quantity on this special day, with more family-style, intimate dining experiences for receptions, with low florals arrangements to invite conversation,” states Director of Catering Alison Okobi.
Another trend spotted at The Hay-Adams is that brides are requesting a more neutral design palette with more grays and softer earth tones, along with wooden and metallic decorative objects and accents, instead of higher drama sparkling surfaces. Okobi is also getting requests for rose gold details, and she is currently sourcing rose gold chiavari chairs for a bride.
For greater ease of planning, brides are turning to laser cut signage and place cards for their big day. There is also a growing trend for couples seeking an organic and sustainably sourced menu for their wedding. They also want paired beverages featured at food stations, such as a favorite tequila with a ceviche station, or local Virginia wines showcased with cheese pairings overseen by a sommelier for an educational component at the reception. Lastly, couples are moving beyond his and her cakes to his and her signature cocktails, reflecting their own personal style.
The award-winning Hay-Adams hotel is located at 800 16th Street, NW, Washington DC, 20006, across Lafayette Square from the White House. The historic Hay-Adams offers guests Washington's most prestigious address with views overlooking the White House, Lafayette Square and St. John's Church, the "Church of the Presidents." The hotel is just minutes from the Smithsonian, the Museums, the Washington Monument, the Capitol Building, the Mall, as well as convenient to Metro stations and the convention center. For reservations or more information call (202) 638-6600 or visit their website at www.hayadams.com.
Another trend spotted at The Hay-Adams is that brides are requesting a more neutral design palette with more grays and softer earth tones, along with wooden and metallic decorative objects and accents, instead of higher drama sparkling surfaces. Okobi is also getting requests for rose gold details, and she is currently sourcing rose gold chiavari chairs for a bride.
For greater ease of planning, brides are turning to laser cut signage and place cards for their big day. There is also a growing trend for couples seeking an organic and sustainably sourced menu for their wedding. They also want paired beverages featured at food stations, such as a favorite tequila with a ceviche station, or local Virginia wines showcased with cheese pairings overseen by a sommelier for an educational component at the reception. Lastly, couples are moving beyond his and her cakes to his and her signature cocktails, reflecting their own personal style.
The award-winning Hay-Adams hotel is located at 800 16th Street, NW, Washington DC, 20006, across Lafayette Square from the White House. The historic Hay-Adams offers guests Washington's most prestigious address with views overlooking the White House, Lafayette Square and St. John's Church, the "Church of the Presidents." The hotel is just minutes from the Smithsonian, the Museums, the Washington Monument, the Capitol Building, the Mall, as well as convenient to Metro stations and the convention center. For reservations or more information call (202) 638-6600 or visit their website at www.hayadams.com.
