How to have a Winter Wedding (Part 2)
This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal shop, Paramus, NJ.
Whatever it be a crimson red nutcracker or a deep, blue wintery night sky…. It’s all about what winter means to YOU.
Choose an indoor venue that gives off that winter vibe with a natural landscape: lakefront venues with a beautiful view, a romantic inn with a cozy fireplace, venues in the mountains like a ski lodge, historic mansion, or a banquet hall with big windows.
TIP! : Windows showcasing a snowy landscape is an effortless visual that will complement your photos making them pop against the white, bold backdrop of the glistening snow, reflecting an added natural glitter to your space. Bold colors look even better when surrounded by a white backdrop…so keep this in mind when choosing color schemes throughout the venue, bridesmaid dresses, and maybe even adding a bold colored, sassy sash to really make your white wedding gown pop with a dash of color.
Color the chill
Infuse the atmosphere with warmth by incorporating your favorite tones to be complimented by the proper lighting. Christmas reds & greens, reds & gold for a more elegant look, gold and apple greens for a bright, crisp color theme, traditional bright white with silver accents, frosted light blue hues and whites, shades of bluish greens accented by white or silver, and even metallic mixes of gold and silver…all of which can be color options for winter.
TIP! : Want to add some extra sparkle…and warmth? Using a subtle touch of blue light will add shimmer to the room. Glassware and linens will reflect the light in a way that will add a simple sparkle, rather than an overwhelming accent of color.
Daylight Savings, Strategic Lighting: Keep in mind that the winter season has shorter days, as it gets darker in these months, so you will want to plan your lighting practically. Arrange for your ceremony to conclude by an earlier time in the afternoon so that the day still offers you enough light to explore the option of capturing photos outdoors if you wish.
Considering that it gets darker earlier, the use of candles and lights at the reception can really amp up the intimacy & warmth into creating a comfortable & cozy atmosphere for you & all your guests.
Dancing wicks & wax & flames: Warm up the winter setting by including accents of the element of fire…as in candles…and even a fierce fireplace if your venue offers you the option. For a glam candlelight look, go for white or silver candles. Feeling more rustic? Use candles with birch holders. Feeling magical? Suspend candles above the tables using invisible wires to make them appear to be dreamily floating in mid-air.
