By The Marry Men wedding officiants
Before the venue tours, the Pinterest boards and the endless colour palettes, there’s one decision that quietly shapes everything — your wedding style. Here, The Marry Men wedding officiants break down what wedding style really means, and how defining yours early can bring clarity to every part of your day.
Your style is your personality in action, and it starts the moment you say, “Hey, we’re engaged, and we want you to tell our story!” And if the woes of wedding planning start to feel like just another “Sign of the Times,” take a deep breath and remember the words of Harry Styles: “Ready, Steady, Go!”
In the world of weddings, “style” is often used interchangeably with “theme,” but the style a couple selects is so much broader. Style is all about aesthetic preferences (classic or bohemian), the formality of the event (black tie or casual), and the emotional tone the couple wants to set.
When a couple defines their style early, it becomes much easier to choose everything from the fonts to the flowers and make sure the day feels intentional rather than a mash-up of random ideas. When reaching out to your vendors, be sure to tell them about the style you have in mind for your wedding day.
If there’s anyone who knows about style, it’s British pop superstar Harry Styles, so we’ve used some of his songs and lyrics to offer you a few “Stylized” suggestions for your wedding day.
The “Golden” Classic
Steady and nostalgic; elegant and heartfelt
This is for the duo that breathes tradition and wants their wedding to feel intentional and reflective of their
journey together. Think cathedral veils, string quartets and timeless vows that say, “Just let me adore you like it’s the only thing I’ll ever do.”
The “Watermelon Sugar” Soirée
Loud and colourful; high energy and fun
For couples dreaming of a vacation vibe to their celebration or tying the knot in a tropical destination that “tastes like strawberries on a summer evenin’,” this wedding is upbeat and unconventional with a little “Kiwi” chaos.
The “Satellite” Minimalist
Relaxed and unrestricted; low-key and intimate 
For couples who want to have a day that “feels like us” – no strict traditions, just a great atmosphere and their favourite faces. A sleek city hall elopement or a quiet backyard gathering, they’re not there for the spectacle; they want to enjoy the peace of being newlyweds and whisper, “We don’t know where we’re going, but we know where we belong.”
Revs. Jason and Michael
The Marry Men Wedding Officiants www.themarrymen.ca @themarrymen
This feature is part of our 2026 Wedding Style Guide. Explore the full issue for more expert insight and style inspiration.
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