Planning a wedding is a festive occasion but can also be quite nerve-wracking. Which is why Wedding Salon hosted an evening bridal showcase of inspiring wedding displays, cake tastings, designer gowns, make-up artists, photographers and venues serving as a ‘one-stop shop’ for couples. Over one thousand guests attended to discover the latest trends and resources for their upcoming nuptials. We took a peek to see what the hottest wedding trends, must-have products and services are emerging for that special day.

• Photo Booths-Photo Booths are on trend and can be found at many weddings these days to help you’re your guests’ Instagram-craze and photo obsessions.

• Vintage-Style Wedding Venue– These venues offer an intimate ceremony for family and friends, some just a drive away from New York City. Sites including Blantyre, a romantic country hotel in the Berkshires and Linwood Estate in Pennsylvania highlighted their appeal for the perfect wedding.

• Luxury Travel Hot Spots– Destination wedding and Honeymoon Pavilions are still on the rise featuring Island Luxe Resorts, Jet Set Getaways and St. Regis Aspen

• Non-Traditional Desserts– Couples are looking beyond the traditional grandiose wedding cake and opting for desserts from establishments such as Carlo’s Bakery, La Maison Du Choclat and amazingly, Ben & Jerry’s.

Photo: Courtesy of One for the Book Photography