19 Oct ‘Tis the Season: 7 Christmas Wedding Ideas
Feeling MARRIED and Bright
Thinking of having yourself a ‘married’ little Christmas this year? Make this holiday season extra special by planning the ultimate Christmas wedding! From the perfect winter wedding dress to the coziest decor, we’ve got all your Christmas wedding ideas covered! Keep reading for some inspiration for you to have the best and brightest Christmas wedding!
How Should I Incorporate Christmas Into My Wedding?
There are endless ways to add some Christmas sparkle to your winter wedding. Think lights, candles, mistletoe, wreaths, festive cocktails and desserts. This is a favorite time of the year for all and sharing your wedding day with those you love make memories to last forever. Be creative while keeping those Christmas traditions front and center.
The Dress
We’re dreaming of a white Christmas, and a beautiful winter wedding dress for your big day! A-line dresses are a gorgeous and figure flattering silhouette option for every bride! Pair a ball gown slip underneath as a way to add layers for warmth during your winter wedding without sacrificing style! Paired with gorgeous lace appliques and crystal embellishments will make you sparkle and shine just like the star on top of the tree! To keep you warm on that wintery day/night, opt for a chic long sleeve dress or style your dress with a fashion-forward faux fur outerwear piece!
The Color Palette
Shop Christmas Inspired Color Swatches
We’re drawing inspiration from those timeless Christmas shades we all love for the perfect color palette! A beautiful bright red shade like Apple or a muted burgundy like Wine will no doubt get your maids in the holiday spirit! Complement shades of red with a deep green such a Juniper to reflect the shades of an evergreen tree. Embrace metallics with silver, gold, and even blue touches or have your MOH stand out in an all over sequin dress!
The Flowers
Don’t miss out on incorporating Christmas elements into your bridal bouquet! Some of our favorite Christmas florals to use in your bouquet include: poinsettias, amaryllis, paperwhites, and white or red roses! For the ultimate festive bridal bouquet, add some natural elements like pine cones, pine needles, and holly to frame your flowers.
The Decor
Embrace classic Christmas decor for your wedding venue! Deck the halls of your venue with decorated trees, garlands, and gorgeous strands of twinkly lights for the ultimate Christmas wedding. Add textures like faux fur and plaid fabrics to give your space some added warmth for the night. Peppermint flavored desserts and drinks will be a fan favorite and will add a delicious finishing touch to your wedding!
Keeping Warm
The location of your wedding venue will determine your options for keeping warm. If your wedding venue will be all or partly outside making sure you have heated areas is key. Hand and feet warmers are a great idea to hand out in baskets and having blankets and shawls is a nice ideas inside or out. Bridesmaid faux fur jackets can keep your girls toasty. Hot drinks such as cocoa, fireplaces and candles can add some warmth for your guests to enjoy your special day.
Festive Cocktails
Make things exciting with creative cocktails themed for Christmas. Sparkling red wines look divine. Or mix up some Mistletoe Martinis, Creamy Irish Cream, and Champagne. Garnish them with sugary rosemary or berries. Candy-canes and sugar rimmed glasses add a touch of fun and sparkle to the festivities.
Holiday Cookies & Favors
Cookie stations or Christmas cookie boxes are a great dessert idea. Have a cookie table where your guests can choose from an endless selection of festive treats. Another option is to have your favorite bakery make personalized cookies for guest favors to take home to remember the day. You can also gift your guests ornaments with a special message and your wedding day as a keepsake they’ll always cherish.
Feeling inspired to start planning your own Christmas wedding? From the dress to the decor we’ve got your Christmas wedding ideas covered! Shop in-store at your local David’s Bridal or online at davidsbridal.com!
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