The Joys of Winter Weddings

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The advent of the holiday season ushers in an tangible air of anticipation, growing excitement and impending magic for both adults and children alike. We cherish the holiday season as it affords us those precious few days’ each year when we can congregate with family and friends to indulge in the rituals and traditions of the holiday season…mainly focused on the preparation and (over)consumption of delicious food! As Andy Williams famously once sang, it certainly is “the most wonderful time of the year.”

For a lucky few however, the festive season marks something altogether more special; their wedding. Although many brides-to-be will have their heart’s set on a summer wedding, jostling to compete to secure venues in the oversubscribed summer months, we highly recommend that they consider a winter wedding. Not only is there greater choice in terms of venue availability, the magic and sparkle of winter makes for an undeniably elegant, individual and unforgettable bridal and wedding theme. Here is our reasons to celebrate the joys of winter weddings

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Embrace the Season

Although you may not think it, winter really is a superb season for bridal-beauty. Although daylight hours are at their shortest, winter sun is not only kind on our skin but adorably soft, enhancing wedding photography, the light reflective properties of your wedding dress material and even the choice of flowers for your bouquet. We suggest making the most of this calm, stayed winter light by taking looking into subtle crystal decorations on your wedding dress and exploring satin materials which offer a beautiful sheen, depth and lustre in winter. Simple feature defining make-up adds a subtle touch of definition and colour to your skin tone and accentuates the warmth of winter bridal beauty.

Beyond the immediate decisions surrounding your wedding dress and overall style, we also suggest that any blushing winter brides embrace the winter season and its beauty with open arms. Delicate and elegant snowflakes, crystals and even cute candy canes make for adorable seasonal decorations that are both affordable and unique. Bunches of mistletoe or miniature Christmas stockings gifted as wedding favours could make a superb impression on your guests. As for your wedding cake…the potential is endless!

Light, Luminous Jewellery for Winter

When researching jewellery for your wedding, we think winter bridal jewellery is stunning and it won’t break the bank either. Sterling Silver is the ideal precious metal for winter bridal jewellery due to its light reflective properties and cool, crisp winter lustre. Personalisation for every bride is essential, so why not make your own wedding charm bracelet for your special day featuring silver winter snowflakes, love hearts and elegant pearl drops? You can even add a silver church, engagement ring or candy cane! Tying in the winter wedding theme, winter brides could easily give their bridesmaids simple silver snowflake charm necklaces along with a silver initial charm, drawing on both the simple elegance of the winter theme yet staying true to every bride’s desire for personalisation.