If you’re still contemplating pulling the trigger on a winter wedding, it’s not too late! Wedding planning doesn’t have to take over a year. Aside from dark and moody color palettes and general cold-weather coziness, a winter wedding could mean discounted rates from vendors.

Let’s take a look at some ideas to make your winter wedding dreams come true.

Decor

• Jewel tones provide a rich and bold way to make your wedding feel colorful even on a gray day.

• Dried flowers. The perfect way to use recycled material, dried flowers also lend themselves well for those looking for a more muted color scheme for winter.

• Metallics. Using shimmery votive holders or a gold charger can add wintery magic to any table. Tinsel is becoming more popular as well. Install a cool tinsel photo backdrop or hang garland overhead for a fun twist. If you’re a disco fan, using disco balls is an unexpected wedding twist!

Food & Beverage

• It’s becoming more popular to see elevated classics (think sliders) at weddings. Winter lends itself perfectly to comfort food. Think mac and cheese bites, grilled cheese and tomato soup shooters, or risotto.

• There are so many beautiful cocktails that are perfect for cold weather! Hot toddies are a great way to warm your guests up if you decided to have an open-air ceremony. Winter citrus is also a perfect way to add a pop of color to your cocktail hour.

• For dessert, how about letting guests toast their own s’mores? Or, play up winter wonderland and offer an interactive all-white candy bar.

Attire

• Use faux fur to create a glamorous and functional accent to your wedding dress.

• Velvet is in. Maybe your bridesmaids can rock deep green velvet dresses, or the groom can wear velvet smoking slippers.

Favors and Gifts

• Give your guests blankets to stay cozy all winter long

• Hot chocolate packets—don’t forget the marshmallows!

• Baby pine trees. Give your guests a gift that keeps on giving.

If you’re looking to plan your winter wedding in New york, I can help! Let’s talk.