I was wondering if anybody is planning to have or have had a winter theme wedding and would like to share some of the decorating expences. I am having my wedding in january and looking for decorations right now. And if anybody has any decoration ideas I am really in need for them. thanks Elena
A garden wedding is out, but who says you can't bring the outdoors in? Turn your recpetion space into a mini-Tuscany with trellises draped with grapevines and colorful bouquets on the tables. Succumb to the elements and give winter free reign. Choose linens that shimmer and shine like ice and create ambiance with strings of tiny white lights strung about. Or, herald in the holidays with requisite reds, greens, and plaids and centerpieces made up of candles encircled with cranberry and pinecone wreaths.
The colors of the season also come into play in decisions about flowers. Christmas brides often choose red or burgundy as one of their colors, using red roses, carnations, calla lilies, and other red flowers in their bouquets with accents of silver, white, and green, other colors traditionally associated with this holiday.
Poinsettias, amaryllis, and evergreens are popular choices for decorations while holly branches and other plants with red berries are ideal for use in floral arrangements. For a seasonal touch, iridescent or frosted glass balls, snowflake ornaments, and glittery ribbons can be added.
If you choose red or green for the attire of your attendants, bring along a sample of the fabric when you meet with your florist to select your flowers. The "wrong" shade of green foliage or red blossom can clash with a gown of a different shade of the same color. For emerald green, for instance, you'll want to pick a true red rather than a maroon or burgundy for the bouquets. Limit the amount of green foliage although a variegated leaf might work well.
White is a popular winter color with flower choices including roses, tulips, freesias, hellebores, and mums, among others. But again, it's important to pick the right white varieties to go with your gown. White flowers come in varying shades from pure white to ivory and even a faint pinkish white. In addition, choosing the right foliage will help the bouquet stand out against the dress.
White can be used as an accent color for a bouquet of darker colored flowers or for floral arrangements and accessories to lighten up a room, especially one lit with candles for a romantic evening wedding. If your gown is beaded, incorporate tiny strings of white beads or pearls into your bouquet and table centerpieces. Frosted glass balls, mirrors, and acrylic icicles can be used as stand-alone decorations or incorporated into arrangements to complement a lacy gown.
Blues and purples, especially in combination with shimmery white, metallic silver, and glittery gold accessories, also create an illusion of winter and are popular with brides seeking a more contemporary look for their winter wedding. For flowers consider iris, freesia, statice, and heather. Or use blue or purple as an accent color, such as for iridescent ribbon on a bouquet or church pew; glass vases or bowls to hold arrangements of sparkly glass balls and greenery; or candles on mirrored surfaces.
Suspend silver ornaments on transparent fishing line from the ceiling or place in crystal bowls for centerpieces.
Have an ice sculpture as a centerpiece
Decorated white painted branches set in matching planters with white, twinkling christmas lights can make beautiful entry ways and corners.
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Those are all good suggestions. One of the most beautiful winter wedding flowers is the palenopsis or Moth orchid. (there are some on my website) They have a graceful drippy very elegant way about them....I am partial to an all white and evergreen look for weddings after christmas...And be sure to use lots and lots of candles to create a cozy fireplace like look. Maybe different heights or floating candles bedded into evergreens, pinecones and accented with a single orchid or lily or very elegant bloom....Yummy!!!! Please please if you are in a truly wintery and cold area get yourself a beautiful wrap to arrive in. A blue bride is not at her peak!!! And as gallant as it is your new husband deserves to stay warm as well....enjou and have a beautiful wedding!!! Sue of Hobart's Fine Florals http://www.hobartsfineflorals.com
Those are all wonderful ideas. I am getting married in February but unlike most brides during this time, I do not want any red or pink or icy blue, etc. I really want to have chocolate colored bridesmaid dresses, and while I do understand that dark colors are generally reserved for fall, having the wedding during that time was just not possible. Do you have any suggestions how to tie in the chocolate dresses with a winter themed wedding? Should I use white or ivory as a sash or maybe a light pink? What about the flowers? Thanks for your time and advice.
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