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Temperatures are dropping, snow is falling — and for you, wedding bells are ringing! Here are our tips to make your winter wedding dreams come true.
Weddings aren't just spring and summer affairs these days. More and more couples are opting to marry during what used to be the "off season" for nuptials, and why not? The romantic ambiance of a snowy landscape, the relative lack of competition for vendors and sites — there's lots to love about having a winter wedding. So keep reading to get our Winter Wedding Dream to do's– we guarantee they will make for a magical day!
Winter Wedding Decor
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Décor that appeals to the senses is important when trying to pull off a romantic winter wedding. Choose colors of rich jewel tones such as purple, forest green, and navy. Sapphire blue, ice blue or powder blue, silver and white can be used if you want to steer clear of the traditional Christmas colors. The glow of candlelight will add warmth and ambiance to your ceremony and reception site.
Iridescent or frosted glass balls and pine cones can adorn your guests' tables. Snowflake ornaments and glittery ribbons may be placed on the food tables or hung from the ceiling. For a simple touch, only decorate with red and white Poinsettias. Since many locations will already be lavishly decorated, your décor budget will be minimal.
Winter Florals
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To keep floral costs to a minimum, use flowers that are already available during the winter months. Some flower choices are: poinsettias, roses, amaryllis, and lilies. Evergreens are popular choices for decorations while holly branches and other plants with red berries are ideal for use in floral arrangements.
Winter Wedding Location
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A cozy cottage or bed and breakfast is an ideal location for your wintry wedding theme. Your guests may warm themselves in front of the fireplace while sipping hot chocolate or wassail during the cocktail hour. A view overlooking a partially frozen pond will add to the ambiance. Imagine your guests delight as they get a glimpse of a deer drinking from the pond just outside the reception room window or a family of rabbits scurrying over the freshly fallen snow.
Winter Inspired Menu
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To add a little creativity to your dinner menu, ask your bridal party to submit traditional family recipes for your caterer to make for the reception. If you don't want to serve the traditional Christmas fare, ask your caterer for alternatives and create a unique meal for your guests. As for favors, Gamble recommends candles of course. "Cinnamon Apple, Pumpkin Pie, and Vanilla are all pleasant scents that remind you of being a kid in your grandmother's kitchen and they're nice this time of year", says Gamble. " Spiced teas, coffee mugs, snow globes and Christmas ornaments imprinted with the couples name and wedding date will also make great favors."
Winter Wedding Favors
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Want a memorable getaway, and an unforgettable gift for your guest? Give your guest mini bells adorned with their name and have them rung as the two of you make your way to a horse-drawn sleigh. Or if you are looking for an option that is a little simpler an extra late-night snack is always a hit. I love the idea of giving out hot cocoa with shortbread cookies or mulled apple cider with gingerbread. Make your guest feel warm and cozy as the night comes to a beautiful end!
So if you are planning your winter dream wedding or have great winter wedding ideas, share your comments below or on social media @blackbride1998.
Happy Wedding Planning,
Vaune
About Elaina:
Elaina Shumake is a Fashion Blogger and Marketing Consultant. She is a native of Louisville, Kentucky and has lived in New York City since 2010. Elaina works in the fashion PR field specializing in Social Media and Branding for fashion companies. In 2012, her love of fashion and photography led her to take an active interest in blogging as an after work passion. Her desire for more in the blogging arena led her to start her own Blog and Fashion Consulting firm Vaune’s View. Follow Elaina’s musings about style, beauty, life, entrepreneurship and planning her wedding onInstagram, Twitter, and on her blog.
