14th November 2023
As with any time of year, choosing the perfect venue lays the foundation for an unforgettable celebration. Here’s where you want to consider country houses or palatial venues that not only capture the grandeur of South Asian weddings but also offer both indoor and outdoor spaces with a stunning festive backdrop. Each venue will do its own bit in making the vibes super festive, and you want that to complement your decor, stationery, and maybe even the outfits!
In case you missed fashion influencer & blogger Sonam Babani’s stunning nuptials with her partner, Neil Sanghvi, let us remind you. The stunning pair tied the knot at a luxury ski chalet in Zermatt, Switzerland, surrounded by their friends, family & the gorgeous alps. Whilst we know this isn’t every couples dream wedding venue, don’t let it stop you from thinking outside the box. Why not opt for an indoor-outdoor vibe with a clear marquee?
There are so many incredible colour palette options for your winter weddings, with couples choosing to opt for cooler tones & jewel tones. Think silver, greys, cooler golds, emerald green, ruby red, royal blue and, of course, the platinum whites.
Opt for some of the natural & traditional details, which complement the winter vibe. We mean things like snowflakes, frosted branches, pinecones or even twinkling fairy lights. Selling Sunsets Christine Quinn comes to mind with her regal winter wonderland – she even opted for fake snow!
We’re definitely biased, but truly believe that the South Asian cuisine was built for the perfect winter wedding menu. With nothing sounding more perfect than a warm butter chicken, paneer tikka hot off the grill, creamy dal makhani, topped with some warm jalebi and rabri – a mouthwatering winter wedding menu!
Nothing says a cold winter day quite like masala chai, filter coffee and pakoras – why not incorporate it into your menu? There are tons of incredible live chai carts that offer tons of incredible spiced chai options that your guests can enjoy in-between events. Perfect for your morning breakfast, alongside canapés, or as a cosy end of the night nightcap.
We always hear about fun summer cocktails for your outdoor wedding, but there’s an entire realm of winter wedding cocktails that aren’t given enough of the limelight! Behind the bar, switch out the red wine for some mulled wine, gingerbread cocktails, salted caramel old-fashioned, a hot toddy – the list is endless!
Christmas season calls for sparkles. On your lehenga, sharara, bowtie, shoes, accessories – everything! Majority of your winter wedding events will be indoors, unless you opt for a wedding ceremony in the alps, so be sure to match your outfits with the warm lighting and regal decor. More glitz, more glamour, more velvet & velour, more everything!
Given your wedding will take place around the festive season, take advantage of the ample amounts of festive decor and incorporate it into your day. This could be as subtle as wreath tablescapes, photo opps under the mistletoe, Christmas trees as part of your decor.
Every King or Queen should definitely dress the part in their winter wonderland fairytale. Why not opt for an all-white wedding wardrobe for you, your family, and your loved ones? Or even a little contrast? We still can’t get over Alanna Panday & Ivor’s enchanted forest earlier this year, which will definitely resonate with tons of our winter couples.
The same way that summer weddings commonly have wedding guest flip flops and elegant fans, why not keep some warm personalised winter blankets available for your guests. A beautiful addition, especially when we all know that shawls are a super common addition to every traditional wardrobe.
Not only is this a major 2024 South Asian wedding fashion trend, we also think it’s super apt for a winter wedding (especially over the heat of a summer wedding!). This silhouette is perfect for every bride.
Can’t forget about the main man of the hour (& week!). Whilst this is often a no-go for a boiling hot summer affair, a 3-piece suit is actually a wonderful & practical option for a winter groom. The more layers, the merrier.
Christmas parties and New Years are definitely home to the season of weird, wonderful & wacky themes. Don’t be afraid to incorporate these into your wedding. How about an Alice In Wonderland sangeet, Mad Hatters Tea Party mehndi, or even a Queen of Hearts reception. This will definitely wow your guests as soon as they walk in – and also give them a fun outfit theme to stick to!
One of the best ways to save costs is to opt for the seasonal florals on your wedding. In the winter months, think winter blooms: amaryllis, poinsettia, red roses, and evergreen foliage like pine, cedar, or even holly to fit the season best.
Nothing says New Years Eve wedding like a champagne tower. The textures and tones of champagne and champagne flutes are perfect to match your winter-themed wedding week. Something that you and your guests can love and enjoy throughout the night.
Your theme should always follow through to your cake, and a winter wedding cake is no exception. Consider using pinecones, cranberries, or even mistletoe as part of the decor throughout the masterpiece.
As always, it’s what’s on the inside that counts. Why not consider a warm wedding cake flavour: a carrot cake, gingerbread cake, black forest cake, cardamom cake – the list is endless.
Frosty and icy themes are definitely two words that come to mind when considering a winter wedding. How about considering frosted signs for your welcome board, directional signs, seating plans, and so much more.
Nothing says winter like a warm mug of hot chocolate. Swap out the ice cream rolls for a hot chocolate station for your guests (especially the children!) to enjoy.
The perfect sparkler exit takes place under the moonlit sky. With the skies getting darker much earlier in the winter months, it provides the perfect opportunity for you to photograph a stunning winter wedding exit with tons of sparklers.
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