The winter season can be cold and dreary, but it’s also a beautiful time of year. If a winter wedding isn’t your dream season, it’s time to reconsider that thought. Here are nine reasons why.
1. The Honeymoon Escape
What better way to escape winter than with a tropical vacation right after the wedding? Look forward to that warm break in the icy winter without missing any gorgeous, warm weather at home. If you’ve always wanted an island honeymoon, a winter wedding is the perfect excuse to plan it.
2. Endless Colour Palettes
The majority of colours chosen in the summer season incorporates a light and airy feel. Take advantage of dark hues in the colder months and see how they add a warm, romantic vibe. If deeper tones aren’t your style, opt for a neutral palette or blend colours together within winter foliage. So many colour schemes complement this time of year, from royal blues, deep purples and bold reds to creams and whites.
3. The Dress Accessories
Warmer months feature fewer, lighter accessories, such as sandals and jewellery. The winter wedding is the perfect time to try that cropped shearling jacket or fluffy white shawl. Warm mittens are perfect for travelling from one place to another, while the right shoes can add an unexpected twist. Winter weddings highlight many stylish accessories for you to stay warm and look chic.
4. Affordability
Winter is still the off-season for weddings. Take advantage of this to save on venue fees, catering services, and more. You need a bride’s guide to understanding wedding vendor costs. The slower season might provide more wiggle room to negotiate lower prices for photographers, caterers, and other services. Booking outside of peak months is always advantageous for your wedding budget.
5. Availability
Take the stress out of planning your wedding. Practicality and peak season do not mesh well. If you had your eyes on a particular venue or a certain hairstylist, they likely have more time slots available at this time of year. Fewer weddings in the calendar means everybody else is slightly less busy. Not only are prices more affordable, you’re more likely to book the vendors you want.
6. Predictable Weather
Forget pinning all your hopes on a perfectly sunny day that isn’t too hot. Forget worrying about rain when the entire wedding will be indoors anyway. Winter is predictable because you know it’s going to be cold. Flip your perspective to see how the winter weather works in your favour.
7. The RSVP
It feels nearly impossible to get people to RSVP in the summer. Most people have taken time off and have other engagements. Winter, after the holidays, becomes a quiet social season. There’s less likelihood of guests’ events clashing during this season, putting the odds significantly in your favour for receiving a “yes” to the RSVP.
8. It’s New
Winter can be a dark, dreary season, but this bright event gives everyone something to look forward to. You’re guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on guests, and it’s something nice to mark in the calendar before spring. Your wedding will truly stand out as a memorable occasion when it isn’t blending into another summer ceremony.
9. Unexpected Romance
Winter is the perfect season to amp up the romance. Light a warm, blazing fire and offer cozy, wool shawls to keep guests warm. Who doesn’t want to snuggle up to the one they love in the cold months? Twinkling fairy lights and soft candlelight set the tone while warm appetizers and mulled wine keep guests warm. It’s quite the scene for a romantic winter wedding.
