Planning the Perfect Winter Wedding

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Everyone imagines having a sunny, warm spring or summer wedding. But winter is one of the most stunning settings for finally tying the knot! It may seem a bit unconventional but this guide is here to show you all the beauty and grace that you can achieve by planning a winter wedding.

The Setting

As a result of the popularity of spring and summer weddings, booking a venue for the reception is way less competitive. You’ll be able to look at multiple venues, and because there is less competition between couples to book their space, prices will also be more negotiable. Places such as Hedsor House in Buckinghamshire, one of the most competitive UK wedding venues, has a much more flexible availability during the winter. Now you can live out your Pride and Prejudice dreams by getting married in a lovely Georgian manor without the added stress of being sandwiched between two other weddings happening in the same week. And, as an added bonus, the photos both inside and outside of the venue will be absolutely gorgeous. With the snow and wedding gown contrasting against the rosiness of your cheeks, you’re sure to be pleased with the photos you photographer can get. 

Photo by ToaTzu Chang on Flickr

The Attire

Another unique feature that comes with having a winter wedding is the freedom to choose from a larger range of wedding colors. With spring and summer weddings, there’s a strange pressure to reflect the season’s aesthetic in your wedding. Most couples tend to lean towards pastels or warmer colors such as pink or peach. Winter weddings provide the opportunity to select from earthier tones that will contrast beautifully against the snow. Navy blue, olive green, and burgundy are popular options for bride’s maid and flower girl dresses at winter weddings. These color palettes contrast the white hues of the snow and the bride’s wardrobe while still reflecting the essence of the Yuletide season.

Photo by Tatiana Maskaeva on Flickr

Availability 

Lastly, winter is a season in which relatives have already planned time off from work to be with their families. This means that the availability of your guests will be much greater than during a season of personal vacations, such as the summer. Winter weddings also provide families with another event to catch up with close friends who haven’t seen in awhile and didn’t get the chance to chat with over the holidays. You’ll be providing aunts and uncles, grandparents, and distant cousins with a chance to reunite with high school buddies, old work colleagues, and distant relatives they have always wanted to reconnect with but never found the chance. Even at your own wedding, you’ll be giving your guests more than wedding favors. You’ll be bringing people together.

Winter weddings are incredibly underrated for how stunning they can be. While it’s true that the sun makes everything look that extra but brighter, the snow will make the most special day of your life look just as magical as it feels.

Everyone imagines having a sunny, warm spring or summer wedding. But winter is one of the most stunning settings for finally tying the knot! It may seem a bit unconventional but this guide is here to show you all the beauty and grace that you can achieve by planning a winter wedding.