Do you dare to get married in the snow?
Winter weddings have a fairy tale quality to them. With the perfect light, the enveloping props, the soft snow falling from the sky, they give rise to photos that seem to come straight out of a fairy tale.
Quebec is full of beautiful places to celebrate your love under the snow. So, will you have the audacity to get married in winter?
Discover some reasons that will help you convince your significant other!
5 reasons to get married in winter
From budget to light to availability, there are several advantages to choosing winter to get married. We present you our top 5 reasons to dare to get married under the snow!
To save money
Since winter is not the high season in terms of events, you will be able to save on everything! You'll enjoy lower rates from your vendors and also on the rental of the wedding venue. In fact, some service providers even offer big discounts for winter weddings.
If you wish, you can reinvest the savings in your honeymoon or in the small details of the wedding such as guest gifts or decoration!
There is more availability in winter
Summer is known to be the favorite season for future brides and grooms who have to book at least 1 year in advance to reserve the room where they will exchange their vows. Sometimes the wait goes up to 2 or 3 years for certain dates.
In winter, it is possible to consider a "last minute" wedding in some locations and have it all organized in just a few weeks. There is much more availability and choice in winter.
For photos and brightness
In winter, the light is perfect to take great pictures and immortalize your love. Even if the weather is cloudy. In the afternoon, the light becomes softer and a bit pinker allowing the photographer to take splendid shots in nature! If it snows, your photos will be simply magical.
Because a winter wedding is original
Winter weddings are bold and original! They allow you to choose a different dress with long sleeves, different accessories and to take pictures that will really stand out.
The weather
If you get married in the summer, you'll spend the week before the big day watching the weather and wishing for good weather! Dullness and rain could ruin everything! You won't have this problem in winter. You'll even want to have showers because the flakes that fall gently from the sky, unlike rain, are truly magical!
Professional tips for a successful winter wedding
A winter wedding can have a magical effect! But with our freezing temperatures, there are still a few details you need to think about to make sure everything is perfect!
The comfort menu to warm up
There's nothing more comforting than enjoying a warm meal when it's cold outside. Don't hesitate to serve a local menu that is both sophisticated and soothing.
Here are a few ideas in a row:
- A mulled wine at the reception
- Setting up a soup bar
- All kinds of stews
- Braised meats
- Scandinavian theme with arctic fish
- The pancake bar
- The hot chocolate bar
Cold-resistant flowers
It's a small detail, but it's important to think about it to avoid unpleasant surprises. If you are getting married in winter, ask your florist to recommend the types of flowers that are most resistant to the cold. Your bouquet could otherwise freeze in just a few minutes. You should also avoid using flowers in your outdoor decorations, as they will probably not stay beautiful for very long.
A winter decoration
We invite you to opt for a theme linked to nature and cocooning. Cool tones such as grays and blues go wonderfully well with winter weddings. But don't forget to add a touch of warmth. Place rugs and cushions on the floor, opt for blankets for guests and natural accessories such as pine boughs, casseroles and wooden logs.