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By Louise Baltruschat Hollis
Photos by Kerry Diamond Photography
Congratulations on planning a winter wedding! Wintertime has to be one of the most enchanting times of the year, so what better time to get hitched? I am here to fill you in with 70 gorgeous winter wedding ideas to inspire your own cosy celebrations.
Photo: My Beautiful Bride via Orleans House Gallery Wedding
But, I know what you are thinking. How do I plan a beautifully seasonal winter wedding without it becoming tacky or themed? Well, I am here to help with the most stunning seasonal ideas to create a cosy, magical celebration. Here’s to a winter wonderland wedding!
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Be sure to opt for long sleeves for that extra layer in beautiful style.
Photo: Camilla Andrea Photography via Modern Pink Wedding Ideas
Pop on a cardigan or jacket for an easy and cute coverup
Consider wearing mittens or chic gloves to keep your hands toasty warm.
Photo: T S Foto Design via Igloo Hotel Wedding
Go bold with your make-up. Don red lipstick and glitter eyeshadow all the way.
Photo: Lori Young Photography via Autumn Wedding Colours
Add warmth and texture to suits by choosing velvet fabric.
Photo: Emily + Katy Photography via Creative Village Hall Wedding
Swap shirts for roll-neck jumpers, so dapper!
Photo: Golden Hare Wedding Photography via Rust Wedding Inspiration
Team knitwear with skirts and tights for a cosy winter bridesmaid look.
Photo: Cat Arwel Photography via Fron Farm Yurt Wedding
Pop a stylish coat over your outfits to keep in the warmth.
Photo: Charlie and Em Photography via Staffordshire Registry Office Wedding
Treat you and your wedding party to cosy winter PJs for those prep photos.
Photo: Lunalee Photography via Bohemian Industrial Oxblood Wedding
Go for dramatic and beautiful smokey eye make-up.
Photo: Laura May Photography via Indian Wedding UK
Swap shoes for boots and tights.
Photo: Pierra G Photography via France Elopement Ideas
Bring welly boots for rainy or snowy photos with your wedding photographer.
Photo: Kazooieloki Photography via Peaky Blinders Wedding
Be bold with your accessories, using glitter and velvet fabrics.
Photo: Becky Harley Photography via North Mymms Park Wedding
If you are lucky enough to have snow on your wedding day, be sure to have snowy wedding photos. Ask your wedding photographer or wedding videographer to pull you outdoors if it snows during the day.
Photo: T S Foto Design via Igloo Hotel Wedding
Have a firepit for evening warmth outdoors. Prepare a sing-song around the fire for camp vibes.
Photo: Novella Photography via Back Garden Wedding Vermont
For the ultimate winter location, tie the knot in an igloo.
Photo: T S Foto Design via Igloo Hotel Wedding
Bring the heat and fun with fire performers.
Photo: Lightening Photography via Yellow Blue Summer Wedding
Hire cool wedding transport that’ll keep you toasty warm.
Photo: Avalon Photography via Christmas Engagement
Swap conventional confetti for white confetti and create a snowfall-inspired confetti throw.
For the most magical of wedding images, plan a wedding sparkler exit.
Photo: Tiree Dawson via Askham Hall Winter Wedding
Bring atmosphere to your first dance with a smoke machine.
Photo: The Backyard Studios via Philippines Wedding
End the night with majestic fireworks with your fave tunes.
Photo: Flawless Photography via Chateau Lagorce Wedding
Protect guests against the winter chill by giving out cosy blankets. They can also double up as favours for guests to take home.
Photo: Alex Tenters Photography via Farm Wedding
Take inspiration from the dark night skies of the winter by using celestial decorations. Paper decorations are wedding budget-friendly too.
Photo: Emily Tyler Photography via Upthorpe Wood Wedding
Make the most of the dark evenings with romantic candles and tea lights everywhere. The perfect winter wedding table decor idea. Be sure to check with your venue if they allow open flames though.
Photo: Georgi Mabee via Botanical Tipi Wedding
Keep tootsies warm with snuggly sock wedding favours. Or buy socks as gifts for your wedding party as a small treat.
Photo: Sophie Oldhamstead Photography via Maidens Barn Wedding
Host your reception in a cosy barn and add fabric drapes for an inviting warm feel.
Photo: Siobhan Beales Photography via Wick Farm Bath Wedding
Use spruce in your greenery table runner. Think about adding a mix of foliage with candles for a layered effect.
Photo: Mini and Me Photography via Christmas Wedding Ideas
Use ice skates as a cute decor prop, or hire an ice rink if you want to go extra.
Photo: Joanna Briggs Photography via Winter Blue Barn Wedding Ideas
Create an enchanting atmosphere with a romantic fairy light tunnel. Dine beneath the lights or hold your first dance there.
Photo: Dani Louise Photography via Midsummer Night’s Dream Wedding
Blue and white is a great winter wedding colour scheme to try.
Photo: Ryann Lindsey Wedding Photography via Snowy Winter Wonderland Wedding
Collect pinecones and use them for a wintry centrepiece idea.
Photo: Dani Nicole Photography via Cedar Creek Ranch Wedding
Create a cosy and inviting outdoor seating area with rugs, cushions and twinkling lights.
Photo: Emily Tyler Photography via Upthorpe Wood Wedding
Festoon lighting adds a modern, industrial feel to winter celebrations.
Photo: Camilla Andrea Photography via Whimsical Boho Wedding
Use mini wooden skiis in your decorations.
Photo: Rebecca Walters via Buckinghamshire Barn Wedding
Use skis to make a table plan.
Photo: Rebecca Walters via Buckinghamshire Barn Wedding
If there’s ever a time for glitter, it has to be at a winter wedding!
Photo: Brightwing Photography via Barn Wedding Shropshire
Bring all the magical vibes by using both fairy lights and candles.
Photo: The Gibsons via Magical Snowy Wedding
Ask guests to sign your snowboard for a fun guest book idea.
Photo: Alexa Poppe Wedding Photography via Nancarrow Farm Wedding
Use sequins in table runners and even outfits!
Photo: Matt Austin Images via Opulent Eccentric Berry Gold Wedding
Gift tea for favours so guests can enjoy a brew at home.
Photo: Victoria Baker Weddings via Intimate Garden Wedding
Bring the peaks to your day by using snowboards as signs.
Photo: Alexa Poppe Wedding Photography via Nancarrow Farm Wedding
Choose deep red and gold for a seasonal wedding invitation design.
Photo: Victoria Crocker Photography via Burgundy Wedding Theme
Go for a glowing neon sign wedding backdrop to your top table.
Photo: Amy Lou Photography via York Minster Wedding
Bring along stylish umbrellas to protect you and your guests from the elements.
Photo: Thyme Lane Photography via Milton Keynes Wedding
Oozing cosiness, velvet table runners will look stunning.
Photo: Olivia Yuen Photo via New Orleans Micro Wedding
Perhaps the ultimate winter wedding welcome drink, hot chocolate is sure to warm you on the day.
Photo: Avalon Photography via Christmas Engagement
Replace ice-cold drinks with steaming hot coffee.
Photo: Taylor Parker Photography via Whimsical Garden Wedding
Get the winter wedding party started with wintery cocktails come evening.
Photo: Moana Photography via Wedding Ideas Canary Islands
Mugs of steamy soup are sure to be the ideal canape idea.
Photo: Honeydew Moments via Treehouse Wedding
Kick off the celebrations with a champagne tower, perfect for New Year’s Eve weddings too.
Photo: Kerry Ann Duffy via Champagne Luxe Wedding
Indulge in a decadent chocolate fountain for dessert.
Photo: Thyme Lane Photography via Cooling Castle Barn Wedding
Think about having an alternative wedding cake of cheese!
Photo: Lola Rose Photography via Bonfires Autumn Wedding Ideas
Ask your wedding cake baker to design a log stump cake for forest vibes.
Photo: Nicola Dawson Photography via Micro Wedding
Iced wedding doughnuts are a luxe treat sure to fill hungry tummies.
Photo: Grace Elizabeth Photography via Grey Wedding Ideas
Instead of sweets, pop warming cookies on a wall!
Photo: The Light Painters via Hazel Gap Barn Wedding
Plan s’mores for marshmallow toasting after dark.
Photo: Oobaloos Photography via Kingscote Barn Wedding
A white cake with gold frosted accents makes for a stunning show-stopper.
Photo: Emily Tyler Photography via Upthorpe Wood Wedding
Mini sweet or savoury pies are a great canape idea.
Photo: Lori Blythe Photography via Christmas Tree Farm Wedding Ideas
Dried greenery, seeds and grasses in white make for a gorgeous seasonal buttonhole. Paired with a black tux, this is one chic groom style.
Photo: Christine Third Wheeling via Celestial Wedding Ideas
Incorporate winter wedding flower anemones into your bouquet. They make for the perfect seasonal bloom.
Photo: Joanna Briggs Photography via Winter Blue Barn Wedding Ideas
Create your own wedding flower cloud indoors using greenery and grasses.
Photo: Grace Elizabeth Photography via Grey Wedding Ideas
Elevate your wedding chairs with sweet greenery wreaths.
Photo: Joanna Briggs Photography via Winter Blue Barn Wedding Ideas
Add branches to flower arrangements for a wintertime style.
Photo: The Gibsons via Magical Snowy Wedding
Add oodles of foliage to your ceremony with a greenery hoop, pew ends and even pedestal florals.
Photo: Danielle Smith Photography via Ruscus Wedding
Photo: Emily Tyler Photography via Upthorpe Wood Wedding
Baby’s breath looks so light and fluffy and evokes a snowy feel to wedding decorations.
Photo: Leah Lombardi via Pimhill Barn Wedding
Dried wedding flowers are a great flower choice for winter celebrations.
Photo: Mini and Me Photography via Christmas Wedding Ideas
Use silvery tones in your wedding flower arrangements.
Photo: The Backyard Studios via Philippines Wedding
Finally, retreat to a cosy warm fireplace decorated beautifully for a nightcap.
Photo: Becky Harley Photography via North Mymms Park Wedding
When it comes to picking your winter wedding date the choice really is yours. There are no hard and fast rules, but there are some things to consider.
December is a busy month for most people. It may mean you need to plan out and send save the dates right away to secure your guest list. Secondly, December is quite often the high season for weddings, especially the week of Christmas and New Year’s Eve. This may mean you pay a premium and find availability for suppliers to be a little trickier.
January and February are generally quieter and may suit guests better. You may have more time to plan and organise when Christmas is out of the way. Plus it gives you and your guests something lovely to look forward to in the new year. These months are in the quieter season, which may mean more supplier choice and potentially some cost savings too.
A winter wedding is a great idea. There is nothing saying a wedding at any other time of the year will be better.
Weather is a factor to consider, but if you have an accessible, watertight venue there shouldn’t be an issue. Plus, always have a plan B! Guests are more likely to be together indoors, which may create a more cosy intimate atmosphere. You can go all-out with romantic lighting and warming treats too.
Plus there can be cost savings and more supplier availability in the wintertime.
That's a wrap! All the winter wedding ideas you will ever need to plan your cosy, seasonal and magical winter wedding. Hooray!
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