Do you know how many months you need to plan for a wedding? I think probably at least 3 months or decently it should be 6 month or could be more. Planning a life time event like size and magnitude takes a lot of
work. The venue, catering, transport, clothes, entertainment, and wedding marquee hire must all be secured in plenty of time. It’s a huge logistical
challenge, so it’s lucky there’s lots of fun involved too. Plus, you may find
some surprising benefits to tying the knot in winter. This
article explores the challenges of a winter wedding and gives you some advice
on how to deal with them.
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A Big
Chance to Save Cash
Money might
not be your main motivation for a wedding in winter, but it is one of the
biggest perks. Even in Australia, where the climate is temperate, this season
isn’t a peak time for vendors. It means many offer sizeable discounts to try
and generate more business.
Winter
is a fantastic time to get deals on your venue, photography, entertainment,
transport, and more. In fact, the only area where you won’t find attractive
rates is floral arrangements, because many flowers are out of season. You may
have to pay slightly higher prices.
Working
with the Weather
There’s
always a chance of rain, so outdoor receptions need a marquee. Even if the
skies stay clear, it’s likely to get nippy as the sun goes down and guests
deserve a comfortable, cosy shelter. Fortunately, wedding marquees come in a
huge range of shapes and sizes.
It
should be easy to find one that fits the size of your party and the
requirements of the site. One advantage of using a marquee is its ‘blank
canvas’ appeal. Unlike a traditional indoor venue, marquees can be customised
in any way you like. There are very few restrictions.
Keeping
the Bridal Party Warm
If you
have an outdoor reception, there should be shawls, blankets, or cover-ups on
standby for the bridal party. The bridesmaids, especially, need to be looked
after, as they’re going to be standing outside for quite a long time.
It’s a
good idea to do the same thing with footwear. The bride and her party can
arrive dressed impeccably, without shawls and in their heels. However, after
the ceremony, there should be plenty of warmer, comfier options. Have a casual
pair of shoes waiting in the wings.
Get the
Photos Done Early
Don’t
forget that you’ll have less light in the winter. This means less time for
photographs. You can get around this by switching up the schedule and taking
your snaps before the ceremony. It is unconventional, but it fixes a problem,
and you and your guests will be at their most pristine.
You can,
of course, save the most important pictures of the bride and groom until afterwards.
In fact, it may not be necessary to make changes at all, but it’s worth
considering if your event is happening in the late afternoon.
Embrace
the Season
If
you’re getting hitched in winter, it makes sense to embrace the season fully.
It can feel a little strange when couples try too hard to evoke that summer
vibe at the wrong end of the year. So, indulge in it. Celebrate the winter and
make it part of your event.
You can
do this with rich, festive colour schemes in red, gold, orange, white, and
silver. Little details like handing out hot drinks to guests on arrival or
putting mulled wine on the tables are a great way to create that cosy, intimate
aesthetic.
Why
Winter Is the Perfect Time for a Wedding
There’s
something magical about winter. It may be colder, but the weather brings people
closer together. Ironically, the season is all about warmth, cosiness, and
indulgence. Winter lends itself perfectly to weddings because it’s a time for
drawing loved ones near.
Such a special and beautiful wedding inspiration! I love it!
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