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Jingle Weddings: Falling in Love with (the snow of) Winter Weddings! - Part II

                Crown Jewels. Winter weddings showcase sparkle and glitter like no other season.  Brides find themselves dressed like ice queens with jewelry to match.  Many winter brides choose classic pearl necklaces, earrings and bracelets, usually in neutral hues.  Pewter, rhodium, silver, gold and bronze accents are featured in many of the latest bridal fashions.  Small touches like these will surely add glamour and sophistication to your winter weddings.  Try a right hand ring that mixes black and white diamonds for a striking contrast, or an antique filigree ring to mirror the classic glamour of your intimate wedding.  Tiaras are also signature winter wedding accessories.  The icy shine from crystals, diamonds or cz’s will reflect the glittery theme of your wedding.   

                Colors! One benefit of winter weddings is the striking available color palettes.  Deep, rich colors of reds, blues and greens provide a daring and romantic contrast between the otherwise all white canvass.  This season is especially good for people who enjoy darker colors that are often associated with winter.  Some people prefer the luxurious white on white color palette as well.  Be cautious, however, that you don’t over-do the combination of green and red-they already have a holiday of their own! 

                Glitter! Enough said.

                 Décor, Décor, Décor. What other season lets you decorate with sparkly twinkle lights, cute fluffy snowmen and pretty calla lilies?  The pretty red roses and white hydrangeas won’t wilt like they would in the hot summer months (just make sure they don’t freeze!), your cake won’t sag and your makeup wont melt down your face.  Snowflakes and pinecones are both tried and true winter wedding motifs, but make sure you add some personal touches.  After all, this is your wedding.  If you do end up borrowing someone else’s ideas, make sure they aren’t a carbon copy. You want a wedding that is as unique as the two of you are.  Try branching out from glowing candles as your centerpieces.  Add some glittered faux-branches inside ice-carved vases surrounded by votive candles.  Use some fake snow and sprinkle it on the tables or alongside other large décor.  Choose a place with an inviting roaring fireplace to amp up the ambience.  Even your wedding favors can act as tiny touches of décor.  Now’s the time to be creative.  What about candy canes, hot cocoa, flavored teas, holiday cookies, scented candles or personalized holiday ornaments?  Unlike any other season, winter weddings provide more options, with lower costs and a sense of holiday cheer, intimacy and ambience.

                So really, why wouldn’t you want a winter wedding?