Do you dare to get married in the snow?
There is something magical about winter weddings. With their snowy scenery, the perfect lighting and dreamy accessories, winter wedding pictures are always something straight out of a fairy tale.
Quebec is full of beautiful venues for you to celebrate your love under a snowy sky. The question is, will you dare a winter wedding?
Here are a few reasons to help you convince your other half!
5 Reasons to have a Winter Wedding
From budget to the perfect lighting and availability, there are many reasons to get married in the winter. Here is a list of our top 5 reasons to go for a winter wonderland wedding!
To Save Money
Since winter is not the peak season in terms of event planning, you could save on many things! Not only will you enjoy better pricing with suppliers but booking a venue will also be cheaper. Incidentally, some service providers even offer large discounts on winter weddings.
If you like, you can even use this extra money to invest in your honeymoon or even add to your event, such as wedding favours for guests or improving your decorations!
There is more Availability in Winter
Summer is famous for being wedding season, and therefore bridegrooms must book the perfect wedding venue at least one year in advance. Sometimes, the waiting time can even reach up to 2 or 3 years if you’re set on a specific date.
Depending on the venue, during winter, you may even be able to consider a “last-minute” wedding and organize everything in just a few weeks. There are many more options and availability during wintertime.
For the Photos and Perfect Lighting
The lighting is perfect for photographers to beautifully immortalize your love during winter, even on a cloudy day. In the afternoon, there is a pink hue to the light that makes for splendid nature shots. If it’s snowing, your pictures will be all the more magical!
Because Winter Weddings are out of the Ordinary
Winter weddings are audacious and original! They allow for different styles when it comes to accessories and pictures that stand out. Even the bride’s dress will be all the more unique with its long sleeves.
The Weather
Summer weddings are a gamble when it comes to the weather. You’ll spend the week checking the weather to ensure your special day isn’t ruined by a gray sky or, worse, rain. That’s not something you’ll need to worry about in the winter. You’ll probably even be wishing for showers; snowflakes falling gently from the sky, unlike rain, are magical!
Pro Tips for a Successful Winter Wedding
Winter weddings can be magical! With our freezing temperatures, though, there are still a few details you’ll want to remember to make sure everything is perfect!
A Comforting Menu to Warm your Guests
There’s nothing more comforting than enjoying a warm meal when it’s cold outside. Don’t hesitate to serve a gourmet menu featuring local ingredients that will be both sophisticated and soothing.
Here are a few ideas:
- Warm wine at the entrance
- Make a soup bar available
- Stews of all kinds
- Braised meats
- A Scandinavian theme featuring arctic fish
- Have a pancake bar
- A hot chocolate bar
Cold-resistant Flowers
It may sound like a mundane detail, but you’ll have to remember that if you don’t want any bad surprises. If you’re getting married in winter, ask your florist to help you choose flowers that will do well in the cold. Otherwise, it will take your bouquet only a few minutes to become completely frozen. It’s best to avoid flowers altogether when it comes to outdoor decorations; they won’t stay nice very long.
A Wintry Theme
We suggest that you opt for a nature-related, cocooning theme. Cool tones such as grey or blue are great for winter weddings. Don’t forget to add a touch of warmth, though: place carpets and pillows on the floor, provide blankets for your guests and go for natural accessories such as branches, pine cones, and wooden disks.
Start Planning your 2021–2022 Winter Wedding Now
Getting married this winter is possible if you start organizing your event now. If you need help getting started, log onto 4-célébrations.com. It contains suppliers as well as professional event planners like Erikaco or Événements Touch Events.
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