Jennifer wrote:
I am planning a wedding for February. However, winter is definitely not my favorite time of year and I am struggling with decorating ideas and photography ideas to make a beautiful winter wedding. Any suggestions?

Hi Jennifer,

Planning a winter wedding presents additional challenges beyond the standard wedding planning routine. Things such as checking the weather history, planning for travel, anticipating bad weather and expecting no shows are all things to consider. Above all, the most important consideration is having a back-up plan. You should never have an outdoor wedding in Utah without a back-up plan.

In terms of decorating, whites, silver and gold are great colors for a winter theme wedding. Think in terms of decorating for the season within the winter season. If it is Christmas, ornamental adornments would be great. Snippets of pine, bowls of cranberries and crystal icicles are always a good idea.

For February, take advantage of after-christmas sales. White holiday lights, hot chocolate and sugar cookies can make a terrible day something cozy. White tulips and snow-themed centerpieces can serve as excellent floral and table-top accents.

As for photography, pick someone who has extensive experience with shooting in inclement weather. A Professional wedding photographer will be highly skilled at adjusting for the weather, and may even do a pre-wedding shoot when the weather is good. You may not get some sweeping scenic shots if the weather is bad on your wedding day , but rather some creative interiors.

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