The top reasons to choose winter as the season for your wedding. The winter season can be an underrated and overlooked season to host a wedding, but we believe it can be the best season to host an unforgettable wedding day. You may not consider yourself a winter person, however, we have compiled our top reasons why choosing a winter wedding can be more appealing than a summer wedding.
What’s Not To Like About Warm Palettes?
Winter weddings are the epitome of elegance, defined by their unique colour palette choices. There are a couple of options to play with for your theme and colour palette, such as soft blue and pink hues paired with white accents for an understated and muted tone. These colours work best for your tablespace and bouquet. Winter palettes are also defined by deep romantic tones of red, emerald and black and work best for your bridal party dresses. These dark shades of wine and classic darker tones set the romantic winter mood and can be incorporated into fine details such as the bridal party bouquet.
Not Your Usual Wedding Guest Dress
A winter wedding gives you the perfect excuse to wear that full length sequin gown that you have been eagerly waiting to wear. Dressing for a winter wedding can also be a fun opportunity to experiment with colours and go for new silhouettes. Whether it is a formal dress code or a lowkey casual wedding, a winter wedding gives you more options when it comes to your dress style and colour. Winter wedding guest attire can be deep plums, wine tones to emerald green and even blush pink hues. These colours are perfect for Mother of the Bride dresses and bridesmaid dresses. The cooler weather gives you the opportunity to pair your dress with a beautiful bolero or wrap to stay warm as you go from ceremony to reception.
Winter Solstice > Summer Solstice
Use the winter solstice to your advantage by making the most of the daylight by having an early ceremony and watching the amazing pink and orange sunset with your newlywed as well as your dearest friends and family. Step inside the enchanting reception lit by candle decorations and autumnal foliage. The reception may incorporate ethereal layers of sheer fabrics draping from the ceiling to give a softer light ambience and create a cosy environment for your guests. Perfectly brewed mulled wine accompanied with warm canapes will ensure a wonderful start to the evening.
It Won't Be 30 Degrees
In winter the lighting is softer, making it ideal for wedding photos. The dry and clean air can make the sunset colours more vivid, so you’ll have breathtaking scenery to work with and stunning shots to capture the special moments. Your makeup will stay on for longer as you won't be squinting because of the harsh sun. This means you won’t have to worry about touching up your makeup and hair before the reception. You can also work with creative lighting options like string lights, neon signs or candle arrangements as a unique backdrop for photos once the sun has set.
Having The Luxury Of Choice
Choosing a winter wedding not only expands your venue options due to increased availability during these months but also allows for seasonal pricing, potentially securing your dream venue at a more affordable rate without the competition of peak season dates. Whether you envision an outdoor setting such as a beachside retreat, winery, or countryside cottage, winter offers natural lighting, picturesque scenery, and mild temperatures. Lush, vibrant gardens provide ideal backdrops for scenic photographs, while indoor venues like rustic warehouses or cherished churches offer opportunities for personalised decor transformations. With fewer weddings scheduled in winter, your wedding becomes a standout event, allowing loved ones ample time to prepare, select wedding guest dresses, and assist with your planning checklist.
Finished Dinner Plates
The way to the heart is through food, so what better way to do so than through a hearty comfort food to match the season? The summer heat can suppress guests' appetite, therefore having a winter wedding will allow everyone to get the most out of a delicious hearty meal. A winter wedding lets you play with your menu by offering warm options unique to the season. There are mouth watering options to choose from - from pork crackling to soup to sticky date pudding. Suppliers and caterers will also have more dates available so you can focus on curating your dream menu for your special day.
Northern Hemisphere (Summer) Honeymoon
Once you have had your dreamy winter wonderland wedding, you have the opportunity to travel to the Northern Hemisphere for a summer honeymoon. This can be the perfect honeymoon getaway destination as you can get the best of both seasons and enjoy relaxing whilst getting a tan with your newlywed. Enjoy doing couples activities alongside the coast of a European country such as France or Italy, and delve into Greek cuisine as you sail around Grecian islands.
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Updated on 24/7/24
