There’s a chill in the air that can only mean one thing: winter is coming soon. With winter comes warm nights by the fire, holiday celebrations, and snow. But for some, winter also brings wedding bells! Stick with us as we share the top winter wedding trends we expect to see at this year’s weddings.
Romantic Bows
Bows have made a comeback in trending fashion this autumn and winter. Bows are a romantic accent to add to almost anything, including your dress, hair, and shoes. They add an element of playfulness and class to any wedding outfit, and they resemble bows on gifts, which can be especially fitting for Christmas-time weddings.
Warm Candlelight
Nights get longer and darker in the winter, and we’re already seeing many couples use candles to make their wedding night glow. Whether you cluster candles together for centerpieces or opt for some vintage candelabras, candles are the perfect touch to add some warmth to your special night. If an open flame is too much hassle, you can opt for flameless candles or warm and low lighting. Any of these options will create warmth and intimacy for your special celebration. Igniting sparklers is also a magical way to lighten a dark winter wedding night.
Luxe Velvet
Velvet is usually a staple at many winter weddings. It’s a fabric that is warm, classy, and luxurious. Velvet is the perfect choice for keeping your bridal party and guests warm on a cold winter day. Even if your dress or shawl isn’t velvet, you can incorporate this fabric into the furniture at your wedding or in your wedding party’s dresses and suits. Velvet also photographs well, especially when set against a snowy scene.
Timeless Lace
Another fabric you’re likely to see in this year’s winter weddings is lace. Lace is a fabric with a long history of being associated with weddings. It’s classy and timeless, perfect for the bride who prefers an elegant and romantic style for her wedding gown and accessories. For winter weddings especially, this fabric looks beautiful when set against a snowy backdrop. If you don’t want lace integrated into your wedding gown, it’s versatile enough for your veil, centerpieces, chair covers, and invitations. Lace gowns or bridal accessories are often passed down through generations, making this vintage heirloom a sentimental piece of the wedding celebration.
Expanding the Color Palette
Pops of color are a staple of spring and summer weddings. But in 2023, we’ve seen couples embrace color no matter the season of their wedding. Winter doesn’t mean you have to stick to dark colors. Funktion Events shares several color palette options for a winter wedding that surpass traditional wintry hues.
Interactive Guest Experiences
Couples are involving their guests in their wedding celebrations now more than ever before. From sparkler send-offs to cozy lounge areas next to a fire, involving guests in an intimate wedding celebration is a recent trend. Couples are committing to intimate celebrations and experiences that bring them closer to the loved ones in attendance. For your winter wedding, consider having a s’mores-making station, bonfires for guests to gather around, or even a hot chocolate-making bar.
Outdoor Adventures
The weather forecast for your winter wedding will likely be cold and even snowy, depending on the location. Don’t be afraid to go outside for some photos! Today’s couples are eager to take photographs with lots of movement, candid moments, and cinematic elements. It might be worth it to brave the snow if you’ll get photos to commemorate the celebration of a lifetime. Destination weddings and honeymoons have also been trending in recent years. We wouldn’t be surprised to see couples taking to snowy mountains and ski lodges to celebrate their nuptials this year.
Winter is a festive season filled with fun celebrations with loved ones. Having a wedding during this sentimental time is a wonderful choice for many couples. Why? Because it’s the perfect way to end the year and prepare for the start of a new one with your soon-to-be spouse.
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