For years, wedding trends leaned heavily toward minimalism. Neutral color palettes. Clean floral arrangements. Carefully curated Pinterest aesthetics. The idea was simple. Elegant, timeless, and effortlessly chic.
But lately, something different has been quietly returning to the spotlight. Weddings that lean into personality, storytelling, and yes, even costumes.
Themed weddings appear to be making a comeback, and the latest celebrity celebration might be the most charming example yet. Actress Hunter King recently married filmmaker Chris Copier in Los Angeles, and their post ceremony celebration looked less like a traditional reception and more like a medieval fantasy brought to life.
The newlyweds chose to celebrate their Valentine’s Day wedding with a Medieval Times themed gathering, complete with knights, costumes, and a night that felt more like a Renaissance festival than a formal ballroom reception.
And suddenly, themed weddings are looking surprisingly appealing again.
Themed weddings have always existed, but for a while they felt slightly out of fashion. Many couples feared that leaning too heavily into a concept might make their wedding feel gimmicky rather than sophisticated.
Now the mindset is shifting.
Modern couples are moving away from weddings that feel identical to everyone else’s and toward celebrations that reflect their personalities. A theme can help create that experience. It turns the wedding into something immersive rather than just beautiful.
Instead of simply choosing a color palette, couples are building entire atmospheres. Some weddings channel vintage Hollywood glamour. Others embrace cottagecore garden romance.
Some lean into playful themes like summer camp, retro disco, or literary love stories.
The key difference today is that the theme feels intentional rather than theatrical.
Hunter King’s wedding perfectly captures that balance.
Hunter King and Chris Copier tied the knot on February 14 in Los Angeles, marking their marriage on one of the most romantic days of the year.
The couple held their legal ceremony at Same Day Marriage in Studio City, a location that holds personal significance for the bride’s family since her sisters also held their legal ceremonies there before hosting larger celebrations.
After the ceremony, the celebration unfolded in a delightfully unconventional way.
The newlyweds began with lunch at a tiki bar before gathering friends and family onto a party bus that transported everyone to Medieval Times. Yes, the iconic dinner theater known for knights, jousting tournaments, and castle inspired feasts.
The result was a wedding reception unlike any traditional ballroom affair.
The theme extended beyond the venue. It was woven into the couple’s wardrobe and the atmosphere of the celebration.
Hunter King wore a light blue lace dress with a soft romantic silhouette. Instead of a traditional veil, she opted for flowers woven into her hair, creating a look that felt ethereal and fitting for the medieval inspired theme.
Chris Copier leaned fully into the concept with a costume that looked ready for a fantasy film set. He wore a distressed leather coat layered over a tunic and kilt combination, paired with a head wrap and scarf that allowed his long hair to flow naturally.
The guests joined in as well. Family members arrived dressed in medieval inspired outfits, embracing the playful spirit of the celebration. Photos from the evening show the group laughing, posing, and fully committing to the theme.
Rather than feeling staged, the atmosphere looked joyful and relaxed.
Hunter King and Chris Copier first crossed paths in 2022 while working on the film Give Me Your Eyes. King starred in the project while Copier served as assistant director.
Their connection gradually evolved into a relationship, and fans first noticed hints of their romance through subtle moments shared on social media.
In October 2024, Copier proposed during a romantic day at the beach in Santa Barbara. The couple had spent the day biking along the coastline with their dogs before stopping for photos by the ocean. During that moment, Copier surprised King by getting down on one knee.
The actress later shared that the excitement of the moment left her almost speechless as she jumped up and down while saying yes.
It was a proposal that felt spontaneous and personal.
Hunter King’s medieval celebration highlights why themed weddings are resonating again.
A theme creates a sense of storytelling. Instead of a series of formal wedding traditions, the day becomes an experience.
Guests feel like they are stepping into a world rather than simply attending an event. Whether that world is inspired by history, pop culture, or personal hobbies, it makes the celebration memorable.
In a time when couples want their wedding to feel uniquely theirs, themed celebrations offer creative freedom.
They invite playfulness. They encourage guests to participate. And most importantly, they create stories people will talk about long after the wedding ends.
The medieval themed celebration may have been the first chapter of their wedding festivities.
Hunter King has previously shared that she and Copier are planning a larger destination celebration overseas later this year.
The Valentine’s Day ceremony served as an intimate and personal moment with family before the couple hosts their next celebration abroad.
It is safe to assume that whatever they plan next will be just as memorable.
If Hunter King’s wedding proves anything, it is that themed weddings are not just back. They are evolving.
Today’s themed celebrations are less about novelty and more about storytelling. They allow couples to express who they are, what they love, and how they want their wedding to feel.
Sometimes that means a romantic garden setting. Sometimes it means a glamorous black tie party.
And sometimes it means saying “I do” before heading off to a medieval tournament with your closest friends. Honestly, that sounds like a pretty great way to start married life.
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