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Modern Glam Wedding Theme

Modern Glam Wedding Theme


Imogen Almond
Imogen Almond Updated:
8th of March 2023

If you love the idea of a glamorous and sparkling wedding with a modern and pink twist, then a modern glam theme may be perfect for you! 

Are you a bride who loves glitz and glamour? A bride who is a bit of a girly girl? Or, are you a bride that loves millennial trends? If you said yes to any of these questions, scroll down and take a look at some of the modern glam inspiration we have put together, just for you!

With ideas for engagement rings, florals, cakes, dresses and venues, we have all the information your sparkling heart desires! 

We've hand-selected ideas from some fantastic Guides for Brides suppliers and some of our third-party partners. We may earn a commission on your purchases through these sites which helps us to continue to offer our wedding planning services free of charge to the user.

Modern Glam Rings

modern glam wedding theme

This stunning handmade moissanite ring is the perfect modern glam ring. Understated yet dazzling with glamour, this unique ring features multiple stones in different sizes delicately placed around a rose gold band. 

Modern Glam Florals 

Sue Aaran Flowers

modern glam wedding theme

Image courtesy of Sue Arran Flowers 

Pinks and whites are the ideal colour pallet for your modern glam wedding - especially when your flower choice is roses! We adore these stunning bouquets which act as stylish and luxurious accessories! 

So Blooming Beautiful

modern glam wedding theme

Image courtesy of So Blooming Beautiful

Gold accents are essential! Pair with pink florals, you have yourself the perfect centrepiece set up. For example, these breathtaking florals feature stunning blooms and plenty of foliage, creating a sumptuous effect for your tables. 

Fabulous Flowers

Fabulous Flowers Modern Glam Wedding

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No modern glam wedding is complete without a statement piece! Extravagant floral displays are all the range, and we just love this fun example! A lavish display such as this adds a unique, stylish element to your modern glam wedding. 

Modern Glam Wedding Cakes

Cakes by Nina

Cakes by Nina Modern Glam Wedding Cake

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This stunning and unique wedding cake by Cakes by Nina is the ultimate showstopper! With beautiful pink detailing and white lace trimmings, finished off with a mass of decadent and intricate floral detailing, this cake is almost too good to eat!

modern glam wedding theme

Image courtesy of Cakes by Nina 

A modern twist on the wedding cake is by scrapping the tiers! This cake has loaded on the sweet treats on top of the cake to create a mound of gold, white, and pink yumminess. The gold drip icing is a very popular design that is accentuates by the simple light pink frosting on the base. This is the perfect modern glam wedding cake!

Dovey Cakes

Dovey Cake Design Abi Moore Modern Glam Wedding Cake

Image courtesy of Abi Moore

Marble detailing is a very modern addition to a wedding cake. With the gold detailing and statement floral decorations, this stunning cake combines several contemporary trends to create a fantastic cake for a modern glam wedding. 

Modern Glam Wedding Dresses

Ellie Sanderson Bridal Boutique

Ellie Sanderson Robin Modern Glam Wedding Dress

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The Robin dress is a smooth, minimalistic, full-crepe fitted silhouette dress with criss-cross inner seams throughout the dress that accentuates the body’s most enchanting features, a low back, V neckline, and a royal train. This stunning dress is the eptiome of understated, modern glam! 

Ellie Sanderson Jessica Sassi Holford Modern Glam Wedding Dress

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The Jessica dress has become an icon in Sassi Holford’s collection. A simple but expertly structured dress that is destined to sculpt and enhance the body. Its corseted crepe column design seamlessly skims the female form to make any bride feel confident. Its timelessness means it can be styled with jackets, collars and belts to make it even more magical!

TDR Bridal

TDR Bridal Celestina Mori Lee Modern Glam Wedding Dress

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The Celestina wedding dress is perfect for a glitzy, glam wedding! The allover sequinned net gown, full of crystal clear beading, gives a celestial sparkle to the effortless A-line. A structured bustier bodice, with exposed boning, gives a sultry edge to the classic shape and the wide horsehair edged hemline adds more texture to this radiant dress.

Modern Glam Bridesmaids Dresses

Chi Chi London

Chi Chi London Modern Glam Bridesmaid Dress

Image courtesy of Chi Chi London 

Your bride tribe will look stunning in this blush hue - the sequin overlay high split design to the skirt is a bridesmaids dream! With flowing short sleeves and a flattering neckline, this glamourous dress will suit all!

Coast

Coast Modern Glam Bridesmaid Dress

Image courtesy of Coast 

Your bridesmaids will feel like princesses in this statement sequinned dress. It features slim crossover straps and a stunning floor-sweeping hem to give that dramatic and glamorous look. 

Little Mistress

Little Mistress Modern Glam Bridesmaid Dress

Image courtesy of Little Mistress

With silver sparkling tassels, this gorgeous floor length dress is ideal for your modern glam themed wedding. In a flattering body-con shape and polite short sleeves, your bridesmaids will look stunning accompanying you on your big day! 

Warehouse

Warehouse Modern Glam Bridemaid Dress

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With large rose gold sequins, this dress is a party starter! Deck out your bridal party in this dress and you bridesmaids will have the ultimate modern glam look! Mini dresses are good for bridesmaids accompanying a more relaxed bride on a more chilled wedding day. If this description fits you, then this dress is for them!

Modern Glam Wedding Venues

Ashridge House

Ashridge House
Image by Camilla J Hards

Once a royal residence for Henry VIII and his daughter Elizabeth I, Ashridge House is a gorgeous Grade I listed stately home. With grand, turreted façades and 190 acres of stunning gardens, this majestic venue feels like a fairytale castle. Couples can choose to exchange their vows in one of nine breathtaking locations. From palatial Italianate style, to art deco and impressive neo-gothic, you’re sure to find the perfect space for your wedding ceremony. 

De Vere Selsdon Estate

De Vere Selsdon Estate London Wedding Venue

Image courtesy of De Vere Selsdon Estate

Nestled in 204 acres of breathtaking gardens and woodlands, this Neo-Jacobean stately home has a history dating back to 861AD. Recently restored, this historic building has been given a modern update but maintained the traditional features such as the sculptured ceilings and the magnificent, sweeping staircase with a historic stained glass window. De Vere Selsdon Estate oozes class and has hidden details everywhere, you’ll love their secret garden and stunning ceremony and reception spaces.

Talhenbont Hall

Talhenbont Hall Welsh Wedding Venue

Image courtesy of Talhenbont Hall

Nestled in 100 acres of ancient woodland and secluded gardens, Talhenbont Hall is a stunning 17th-century hall with a beautifully restored coach house. The Hall rests on the stunning Llyn Peninsula, an area of outstanding natural beauty in Snowdonia. This gorgeous manor house is available for exclusive use for up to 3 days. So, you and your guests can have total privacy for a full weekend celebration!

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Imogen Almond

About the author


Imogen Almond

Having worked at wedding venues and helped bring events together, Imogen is a lover of all things wedding and has first-hand experience working in the industry. She loves seeing weddings come together after so much planning and couples' dreams coming true.

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