The True Magic Of Winter Weddings
Winter wedding themes include the magical wonder of snow and glittering ice crystals. The cool, snowy weather during this wondrous time of year is the basis for sparkling winter theme weddings.
A major benefit of winter weddings is the reduced price couples enjoy at catering halls and restaurants. Because this time of year is frequently less busy, often a couple can get great deals on their wedding arrangements. Couples who want to book their wedding within a few months also choose winter weddings because it is easier to get the date you want. These weddings can include snow, poinsettias, pines, fireplaces and holidays. All the memories that make winter endearing can be used to create beautiful events.
The color scheme for such a wedding is breathtaking. Include a variety of pretty flowers in wintry colors including baby blue eucalyptus, red and white roses, poinsettias, holly sprigs, pine branches and ornamental berries. White, glacier blue, red, burgundy, deep blue, navy and silver are all beautifully used in winter theme weddings. Sparkling fake snow, glittering crystal jewelry on the bride and wedding party and dazzling chandeliers all add to the winter wonderland atmosphere. An ice sculpture as a focal point when you enter your wedding reception will make all your guests gaze in awe.
The bride can wear an elegant, white satin gown with cap sleeves or longer, mesh sleeves. Brides can even choose the strapless gown they want with a cozy wrap. Fake fur, real fur and cashmere are all lovely options for a wrap to keep the bride warm as she enters and exits her wedding. Matching wraps for the bridal party are attractive and practical.
Have your reception in a warm inn or historical manor with glamorous chandeliers, dark paneling and a fireplace to create a rustic, wintry environment. Arrive in a horse drawn carriage for an authentic old-fashioned winter feel. Make sure the reception facility has plenty of windows so the guests can gaze outside if it snows for your winter theme wedding. Decorate your reception with winter wonderland accents everywhere.
Snowflakes are one of the universal symbols for all people of all faiths and backgrounds. Everyone thinks of snow during the winter making this a perfect theme for your winter wedding. Have sparkling snowflakes as accents all around your reception place. Greet your guests with winter wonder place cards. Glittering snowflakes decorate your guest book, candles and cake topper to bring the snow inside. Give out miniature snow globes as favors.
Be creative with your centerpieces and favors so they truly reflect the essence of the season. Design your own gingerbread houses and put one at each table as centerpieces. Give out miniature gingerbread houses as favors for all your guests. Have a display of snowflake-decorated candles in the center of each table. Include snowflake candleholders with tea lights as favors for all your guests. Use the same winter wedding themes throughout every aspect of your day for professional results that impress your guests.
You may even decide to have a holiday theme for your wedding if you celebrate Christmas. This is a fun way to include children in your wedding by having a visit from Santa Claus or a special beverage area with gourmet hot chocolate. You can give packets of gourmet hot chocolate to all your guests as wedding favors. With a holiday wedding theme, you can even use Christmas trees to decorate your reception. Give all your guests a silver plated friendship ornament so they can remember your wedding day every year when they hang it on their own Christmas tree.
Couples can choose an ice princess theme for their wedding by including white, silver and glacier blue accessories. Crystallized gowns and ice jewelry for the bride and wedding party bring bling to this event. Put a small ice sculpture at each table as a centerpiece. Give out a bag of crystals to all your guests in an imprinted velvet bag.
These weddings are just as warm and wonderful as any other season. Reflect the wonder of winter and your love with your own unique winter theme wedding.
