Winter Wedding Dreaming
Are you dreaming of a Winter Wedding? Not only can you get a break on venue costs as well as catering, photography and flowers to name just a few, but let’s face it – nothing says romance like freshly fallen snow. If you just recently became engaged and are trying to decide in what season to set your date, consider making your plans based around the beautiful winter season. Maybe you are not the type of couple to wait another year for your wedding – walk down the isle sooner than later by embracing a winter wedding.
Your guests will love this unique theme. You will find that your wedding can be both striking and heart-warming with just a little innovation and imagination. Make your wedding something that won't easily be forgotten. Think about hosting your wedding in the great outdoors, among the icicles and snow. While it may seem intimidating at first, with some careful planning, you can have an incredibly romantic ceremony and an unforgettable reception.
Here are a few tips on incorporating wintry elements into your outdoor winter wedding plans.
Location
What could be more romantic than using the snow laden great outdoors as your ceremony setting? If you are concerned about guest comfort or you live in a particularly cold climate, consider setting up a platform or holding the ceremony in a heated outdoor tent, allowing for your guests to get the feel of the beautiful winter season, without becoming uncomfortable. If snow is your thing but it is in short supply in your climate, look into hosting your wedding at a nearby ski resort.
Attire
Dressing for outdoor weddings can be a fun challenge. To keep warm, use an affordable faux fur cape or capelet over your bridal gown and order matching ones for your bridal party. It will also add some glamour to the proceedings. For the groom, suggest a cape or a dress coat. Not only do these touches add some drama, but they also ensure that you feel comfortable during your ceremony.
Décor
Winter décor can be a strikingly elegant touch to any wedding. Once you get started, it's easier than ever to incorporate your favourite winter elements into your plans. Choose dark, striking colours, snowflake or snowman accents, depending on the formality of the event. Use fairy lights everywhere to add a feeling of a winter wonderland. Who doesn’t love a horse drawn sleigh ride through the snow? Embrace the early sunset and dusk, use it for the ceremony and for wonderfully unique photographs outside. The best part…? A coconut cake that looks like snow, adding flavour and tying your theme together perfectly. Don't be afraid to incorporate stark or woodsy elements like branches, pinecones, or holly!
Do a Google or Bing images search and see what other brides have used for their winter weddings. Let other people’s experiences be your inspiration! What other time of the year let’s you serve hot apple cider or hot chocolate with a shot of Bailey’s during the cocktail hour? How about adding two or three frozen cranberries in the champagne glasses… adding a touch of whimsy and class at the same time? I could go on and on. Winter weddings are original, romantic and best of all – discounted!
