There is something particularly special about getting married in the autumn or winter months, maybe it is the hope of snow on the ground or maybe it is simply the opportunity to dress up in ways that are simply not possible in the heat of summer. Riding boots and winter coats have a certain appeal! The following touches will bring the rustic, winter wedding to life:
Wraps
Knitted wraps will add a touch of class and elegance to any ceremony. They can be used to keep the bridesmaids warm and maintain the sleeveless dress whilst ensuring you have the picture perfect wedding ceremony.
The Flower Girl
There are very few more traditional scenes than a pretty flower girl leaving a trail of delicate rose petals whilst wearing a floral headpiece. Traditional, glamour, elegance; all in one rustic bundle!
The Chandelier
The chandelier has also conjured images on impressive manor houses, elegant food served by the many servants and a touch of glamour that is often difficult to find in the modern world. Add some green foliage to the tables to create the perfect finish!
The Blanket
The blanket is often underrated; it is a perfect picnic accessory or a useful tool to keep warm on those long winter nights. It can also add a touch of elegance and comfort to those outside weddings when the temperature is already starting to drop. It also shows your guests that you are thinking of them and their needs.
The Humble String Light
By itself a string of lights may seem insignificant. However, put lots of strings of lights across your venue and you will create a sea of lights, or better still the image of hundreds of stars twinkling overhead. This is guaranteed to add a touch of rustic class to any venue, inside or out. You can even choose to switch off the other lights to have a romantic setting!
The Altar
Whether inside the church, a hotel room or in the great outdoors your altar should make a statement. It needs to reflect you and your personality. Ideally, you could have candles, hydrangeas and your favorite green foliage to create a stunning, almost ancient altar ceremony. Add any personal touches you can to make your day special.
The Bouquet
Instead of going with a traditional bunch of flowers, switch your bouquet for something a little more rustic and elegant. Mix your flowers with some foliage and go over the top on the colors. To really create the effect, allow some of it to drape across your hand, whilst other parts stand upright. The effect will be magical.
The Backdrop
Behind your altar; or over your entrance way create your own, stunning piece. Turn it into a huge doorway, decorated with flowers and green foliage. Add some heavy curtains, pinned back and some lanterns, preferably unlit, at the bottom of the curtains. It will provide a rustic, archaic feel.
The Setting
For this you need to think outside of the box. There are many places around the world that are outstanding beautiful; it may be a forest near you, a waterfall, stream or even the mountains. Picture it covered in snow and plan your wedding accordingly! No matter how good your plans are, nature will be able to provide a truly stunning backdrop to your ceremony.
There’s something extremely romantic about cottages that we just love. They might look conventional and simple, but with the right decorations, they’ll look stunning; and you’ll have a memorable wedding to say the least.
Name Places
The traditional name place tells everyone where to sit. Instead of following the trend consider a different, more rustic approach. Slate, with your names chalked or painted onto them and hung of your chairs will create a memorable, rustic touch and give you a keepsake!
Make your wedding as original and as unusual as possible if you want people to remember it. Replace the conventional wedding hall with a beautiful cottage venue somewhere in the countryside, where you’re surrounded by fresh, green nature. Make sure the ceremony is kept outside to underline the fresh vibe, but don’t forget to check the weather forecast first.
By Alfred Stallion and WildernessReserve.com!
