8 Winter Wedding Trends That are Fresh and Fun

Add a dash of winter flair to your special day!

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The Coolest Trends of the Season

As you start to put the finishing touches on your winter 2023 wedding plans, you might find yourself looking for ways to incorporate the season into your big day. With cooler temperatures and delicious flavors, winter comes with lots of unique twists to add into your celebration. Whether you want to refine your decor, reception menu, or book one last vendor, here are 8 of the biggest winter wedding trends that are fresh and fun this year.

Velvet Fabrics

When you’re sorting out the details of your wedding fabrics, a popular pick this winter season is choosing all different shades of velvet fabrics. Consider using velvet tablecloths or seat covers for your reception or going with a velvet tuxedo jacket or shawl to wear over your wedding dress. A hint of velvet can add a sense of warmth to the look and feel of your celebration.

Dried Flowers

If you’re having trouble deciding on flower arrangements for your centerpieces, arch, or even bouquets, the winter season is a perfect time to swap fresh flowers for dried ones. Not only will you have long-lasting decor that you can reuse for post-wedding events, like a brunch or second reception, but you can also bring these dried floral arrangements home with you to put around the house. Often, these dried flowers can give your centerpieces or bouquets a textured look. You can even pair them with fresh blooms for a multi-dimensional finish.

Seasonal Flavors

Before attending your wedding tasting, ask your caterer to incorporate seasonal flavors into traditional or standard dishes. For winter, add menu options like butternut squash or pumpkin ravioli, herb and cranberry roasted chicken, or figs paired with prosciutto. If you’re not sure which winter flavors to pick, ask your caterer for local and in-season options that can pair nicely with dishes you already picked for your reception menu.

Moody Colors

Winter is the time for darker shades of colors to shine. You can honor the season by using rich and moody colors, like forest green, navy blue, or a deep burgundy, when picking out decor, linens, or flowers for your arrangements. If you want a simpler color scheme that blends with the highlights of your venue, you can pick mostly neutrals, like whites or grays and sprinkle in elements using just one darker color. When you’re deciding what palette to go with, bring color swatches with you to the venue and see how different shades look with the decor that’s already there.

A Hot Beverage Cart

A fun treat for your guests to enjoy during cocktail hour and the reception is a hot beverage cart. You can have this live near the bar and allow guests to order everything from hot toddies to hot chocolate. If you’re noticing the temperatures dropping before your celebration, having a cart like this can be a great way for your guests to stay warm during your wedding.

Interactive Indoor Experiences

With cooler temperatures during the winter months, you might not have a lot of outdoor components to your wedding celebration. If you still want to give your guests activities and ways to enjoy themselves while they stay inside the venue, you can offer different interactive indoor experiences, like a s’mores station, a photo booth with winter-themed props, or a unique vendor like a fortune teller.

Cozy Add-Ons

Since the winter months can get quite chilly, you might replace take-home party favors with items your guests can use while they are at the party. Perhaps you add a few blankets to each table, so your friends and family can stay cozy, or have an outdoor fire pit that your guests can hang out during the reception or when the party ends for a late-night toast.

Holiday-Themed Decor

With so many holidays falling in the winter months, there are plenty of ways to add in decor or traditions from your favorite occasions. Brainstorm what winter holidays bring you the most joy and how you want to incorporate them into your celebration. Perhaps you add in a family tradition to your wedding timeline or sprinkle some holiday cheer into your decor by adding things like pumpkins, garlands, or twinkle lights.

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