5 ways to make your winter wedding more cozy

By Hannah McCarthy
Executive Assistant

Winter is a season for engagements, weddings, and romance! One fear that brides often have is that their winter wedding will appear cold and gloomy to their guests. Although this can happen, there are many ways to make a wedding feel cozy and warm.

Long Sleeve Dresses
Choosing a wedding dress with long sleeves will make you look elegant and comfortable, allowing your guests to feel more comfortable. Long sleeve dresses for your bridesmaids will also do the same. Pick thick sleeves, lace sleeves, sheer sleeves. There are so many options to fit your style and preference.
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Use Lights in the Ceremony and Reception
Another way to make your wedding more cozy is by using lights in the ceremony and reception. You can stream lights over the reception or even wrap lights around trees and other objects to make them shine. These lights give the wedding a dreamy feel.  
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Hot Cocoa Bar
A hot cocoa bar is an awesome idea for the reception! This will give your guests something to sip and something to hold that will warm them up. Make sure to include mini marshmallows, cinnamon sticks, candy canes, flavored syrups, Bailey’s Irish Cream, and, of course, whipped cream. Your guests are sure to find something to make their hot cocoa unique!
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Blankets
Make sure to use the phrase, “To have and hold in case you get cold” by your blankets. The blankets can be included in the reception or the ceremony. They are a festive wedding favor that your guests will actually use. Find blankets that coordinate with the wedding!
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Pinecone Centerpieces with Candles
Pinecones will give the reception a nice winter feel and and the candles will warm it up. We love the idea of fresh greenery for the scent it provides . The pinecones and candles will make your tables feel  romantic!
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We hope this blog gave you some ideas for your winter wedding! Although, this blog was written for weddings, some of these ideas can be applied to any event. Here at Common Sense Events, we love winter and would be happy to serve at your wedding or any other holiday event!