Winter Weddings Inspiration

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Still searching for some winter-inspired wedding ideas for your upcoming nuptials? We have got you covered - take a look at some of the most popular winter wedding posts we have shared over the years.

• Ideas to help you create your own unique winter wonderland
• Colour Palette Inspiration: Cool Blues and Warm Browns
• Winter Wedding Colour Themes
• A winter inspired Dessert Table
• Hand-knit Ring Pillows
• Inspired: A Sparkling Snow Kissed Wedding

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Welcome Back!

A belated Happy New Year! 2013 promises to be another exciting year, and I'm looking forward to celebrating love and happiness with all my engaged clients.

Although last week we seemed to have experienced the "winter thaw" that sometimes happens in January, I know this good weather isn't here to stay. With that in mind, I have been busy gathering warm and cozy winter wedding ideas for those of you celebrating your "I Do's" in the coming months.

Courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings, these hand-knit wedding ring pillows are absolutely adorable and sure to add an element of coziness to any celebration. I love how they are an easy DIY project, and can be created in any colour to match your theme.


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 For those of you like me, who have never picked up a pair of knitting needles in your life, I also found several more on Pinterest, some of which are available for sale.

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Winter Wedding Fashion for the Groom

Love this photo shoot featured on Green Wedding Shoes. Although the bride looks a little chilly, the groom looks warm and chic in his little cardi and tweed hat.

Details of this inspiration shoot can be found here.

Wedding Inspiration: Cool Blues and Warm Browns

As featured on Perfect Pallette

A Winter Inspired Celebration

It's not quite winter yet however we couldn't resist indulging in this whimsical winter celebration, as seen on the Hostess With the Mostess Blog.

Sparkling Snow Kissed Wedding

We love winter weddings (snow flakes can make any scene feel super romantic) and couldn't resist showcasing this amazing winter wonderland photo shoot featured on Ruffled, and styled by Lovebird Style, Souder Photography and Southall Eden Farm.

*Images by Souder Photography. All images and information courtesy of Ruffled. For more information about this photo shoot please click here.

Wordless Wednesday: A Candy Coated Christmas

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Fashion Friday: Faux Fur Shawls

With Christmas just around the corner and the cold weather brewing, we wanted to dedicate this Fashion Friday to a glamorous accessory that will guarantee to keep you warm for your winter wedding. Nothing says Hollywood Glam better than these faux fur shawls we found on one of our favourite sites, Etsy.com.

1. Faux fur winter wedding cape capelet and muff by SewUdesigns. $92.70

2. Ivory faux fur jacket shrug wrap by Alex Bridal. $72.11

3. Ivory faux fur jacket shrug bolero wrap by Alex Bridal. $92.71

4. Ivory faux fur bridal wrap shrug stole shawl cape by Alex Bridal. $30.90

*All prices are in Canadian dollars.




Christmas Party Flair

Who says candy is just for kids? At your next Christmas dinner party or potluck, surprise guests with a sweet table you would have died for, when you were in kindergarten!



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We love this great idea from the Simply Creative Insanity blog. Yes she created this spread for her daughter's kindergarten class but who says an adult party has to be all linens and lace? Chanel your inner child and get inspired by these delicious ideas.

What are some of your favourite holiday inspiration boards?

A Little Inspiration for a Christmas Themed Wedding

Winter weddings are all the rage these days and with Christmas just around the corner (nearly 40 days away) we thought it would be fun to brainstorm ideas for Christmas themed weddings. From decor, to apparel, we have a few ideas up our sleeve we think you'll love.

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• Who says you have to wear white to your own wedding? Change the rules and wear a gown in a cranberry colour or stick to the traditional white and punch it up with red, gold or silver accessories.
• Carry a faux fur muff rather than a traditional floral bouquet
• Bridesmaids can all wear white with red accents, think shoes, accessories, a sash on their dress, red lips, hair accessories
• Incorporate sprigs of holly into your bouquet's and/or centre pieces
• Decorate your venue with tall Christmas trees lit up with tiny white lights, wrap all the favors and place them under the trees for your guests
• You can never go wrong with candles. Instead of using the classic clear votive holders, think about using gold or red (depending on your colour theme)
• What's a Christmas or winter wedding theme without a horse drawn carriage or sleigh?
•  Serve traditional Christmas drinks at your event such as eggnog or mulled apple cider with cinnamon sticks and for the children, offer hot chocolate complete with mini marshmallows

Wordless Wednesday: Simply Elegant Holiday Decor

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Fashion Friday: Our Top Etsy Wedding Picks

It's no secret that we love love love Etsy.com. Not only do they offer some amazing deals on items such as accessories and clothing, they have a whole section dedicated to weddings.

We've searched high and low and have come up with a few of our favourite Etsy Wedding favourites, found below.

Tell us, what is your favourite Etsy fashion find?

Items from left to right:

1. Peacock Shoes in Teal by ParisXOX $226.66. Click here for details.

2. Silk Bridal Bouquet (replica of Ivanka Trump's bouquet) by Modagefloral $613.01. Click here for details.

3. Birch Heart Mr. and Mrs.Wedding Toasting Glass Charms by AprilHilerDesigns $10.30. Click here for details.

4. Black and Ivory Monogramed Guest Book by Creativelykept $108.18. Click here for details.

5. Ivory Pearl Rhinestone Bridal Brooch by Eminjewelry $54.60. Click here for details. 

6. Peacock Swarovski Crystal Necklace Sterling Silver by AzureTreasures $28.85. Click here for details.

7. Ivory Faux Fur Bridal Wrap/Shrug by Alexbridal $61.81. Click here for details.

Festive Holiday Treat Your Guests Will Love!

Whether you're celebrating Christmas, or another holiday, or, just the fact that it's winter, we've cooked up a yummy idea for you to serve to your guests!

Penelope at MyPunchBowl.com had such a great idea, we just had to share it. Penelope suggests serving a hot cocoa bar at your next event.

A what?

A hot cocoa bar is exactly what it sounds like. Think create your own sundae meets hot cocoa! Guests can whip up their own mug of steaming, hot cocoa using their favourite toppings.

Try setting up a table with cool, festive mugs and a hot carafe or two (or three!) of hot cocoa. Hot chocolate isn't complete with toppers such as marsh mallows, flavoured syrups, whipped cream or Cinnamon sticks so make sure to have some of your favourite treats served up along side the hot treat so your guests can top their mugs with something of their choice. Just like a make your own sundae, we're certain the make your own cocoa is sure to be a hit.

Is your party less PG 13 and more 19 and over (in Canada)? Try having some yummy adult treats like Baileys, peppermint liquors and so on for an extra punch.

A hot cocoa bar is a delicious way to keep your guests feeling warm, toasty and festive. Whether you serve it at your Christmas, New Years or other holiday party, or, serve it at your Winter Wonderland themed wedding, we're sure your guests will appreciate the uniqueness and thoughtfulness of this fabulous idea!

For more information about creating your own hot cocoa bar visit MyPunchBowl.com.

*Photo Source: www.mypunchbowl.com

Monday Q&A: Colours in Crisis

Question: Help! I'm having a winter theme for my upcoming wedding, and I'm so confused about colour pallets. I'm desperately seeking advice on different winter wedding colour themes, please help!

Answer: The best way to start with a colour theme for your special day, is to determine the colour of your bridesmaids dresses. After the dress, everything will fall into place! To make life a little bit easier, here are some colour combinations we love for winter weddings!

Black and White

Red

Ice Blue and Silver

Eggplant

Silver and Gold

**All photos courtesy of www.theknot.com

Winter Wedding Ideas

As winter quickly approaches so does the Winter Wedding Season! We are seeing more and more brides opting to get married during this season for a variety of reasons. Creating your own unique winter wonderland lends a certain elegance and glamour to the occasion. Between the sparkle of falling snow and the twinkling of holiday lights, it isn’t hard to create an enchanting affair!

So for all those winter lovers out there, we have put together some ideas to ensure your wedding day is unforgettable!

v Arrive by horse and carriage and don’t forget the cozy blanket!

v Use crystals, candlelight, and glitter in combination with frosty blue to help create the traditional winter wonderland theme.

v Deeper colours of red, green, and gold set a Christmas-inspired theme.

v When selecting your bouquet, use touches of crystal throughout to add an icy shimmer.

v Serve hot chocolate with your sweet table.

v Show your appreciation with favours of personalized wedding ornaments or packets of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.

Photo Credit: Pink Cake Box Wedding Cakes

Photo Credit: Petal Pushers Event Floral Design

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Photo Credit: A Garden Party

Photo Credit: A Garden Party

“…let it snow, let it snow, let it snow…”

Wordless Wednesday: Winter Elegance

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Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies and Milk Shooters

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