Beautiful winter bridal bouquet

Winter Wedding Trends 2024

Winter Wedding Trends 2024

groom kisses bride wearing fur wrap outside in snow

Traditionally, spring and summer were always the most popular time to have a wedding. But now, trendy brides are booking lavish winter weddings from November through February! If you’re looking to host a winter wedding that will knock your guests’ dancing shoes off, we’ve got a few tips and tricks. Here are five winter wedding trends 2024 to make your winter wedding magical. 

Velvet

There are so many ways to incorporate this luscious fabric into your winter wedding. From the decor at your wedding venue to the bridesmaids’ dresses and accessories for the groomsmen, working velvet into your wedding day can be an elegant touch, especially when it’s cold out. If you don’t love the idea of your bridal party having to wear velvet, you can still find ways to incorporate the luxurious fabric into your big day. Consider having your bridesmaids use velvet clutches, shawls, or shoes. The groomsmen can wear velvet ties or pocket squares to complement the look. No matter how you choose to incorporate the fabric, it will add glamour and coziness to your big day.

Top 2024 Winter Wedding Trends

The winter wedding trends of 2024 are embracing a captivating blend of elegance and coziness. Deep, rich color palettes reminiscent of the season’s beauty are taking center stage, with hues like emerald, burgundy, and navy infusing warmth into every detail. Luxurious textures like velvet and faux fur are adorning bridal attire and décor, adding tactile appeal and a touch of opulence.

In line with sustainable practices, couples are opting for eco-friendly decor elements, incorporating evergreen foliage, recycled materials, and energy-efficient lighting to create enchanting and environmentally-conscious settings. Intimate gatherings are in vogue, allowing for more personalized experiences and closer connections among guests. This year, winter weddings are all about embracing the season’s allure while celebrating love in a style that is both sophisticated and inviting.

Hot Chocolate Station

Interactive elements are a perfect way to get all of your wedding guests involved at the reception. A wedding venue in Montgomery County says many couples are opting to include a hot chocolate bar at their winter wedding. You can have this set up during your cocktail hour or at the end of the night as guests are leaving. Include plenty of options in the setup, from dark to milk and white chocolate options, plus toppings like chocolate chips, butterscotch, and marshmallows. You can also include alcohol mixers for those guests who are of age! 

Vintage

Something about the winter season makes us feel nostalgic. Lean into that by incorporating vintage details into your winter wedding. For example, use vintage elements like candelabras or antique picture frames to create the centerpieces for your tables. Brides can also work vintage into their makeup look with a bold lip and exaggerated brows. Capes are another gorgeous vintage addition for brides to work into their style. Really, it comes down to your personal style and the vintage elements you can easily access.

Beautiful winter bridal bouquet
Bride Holding Beautiful Winter Bridal Bouquet

Smaller Guest Lists

In light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, wedding guests lists have grown smaller and smaller. Instead of hosting big, lavish affairs, couples are choosing to invite only those closest to them. With a smaller guest list and a winter wedding, brides and grooms need to consider their wedding location and how guests will get there. For example, if you’re booking a wedding venue in an area known for snowfall this time of year, you may want to limit your guest list to those who live locally. Doing so will ensure that guests won’t get stuck in weather-related delays if they’re traveling from afar. It also helps save money, leaving more room in the budget to hit the mark on the other winter wedding trends mentioned here. 

Candlelight Sendoff

Typically when a reception ends, the wedding guests are asked to leave the venue and hold sparklers or noisemakers to create fanfare as the couple exits the building. You can level up the elegance with candlelight if you’re hosting a winter wedding. At the end of the evening, hand out candles to your guests so they can stand along the walkway holding them. This setup will create some beautiful and magical photos as you exit your reception! 

These five winter wedding trends for 2024 are subtle and elegant. Whether you want to incorporate a luxe fabric, have your guests do a candlelight sendoff, or include a hot chocolate station, you’ll be sure to impress your guests and make them see the magic in a winter wedding.

bride wearing champagne wedding dress with fur jacket standing in snow Winter wedding in Zermatt, Switzerland

About Us  |  Blog  | Dresses  |  Join Our Curated Vendor Society  | Write For Us  | Become A Vendor  | Contact Us

In This Post
    Wedding professionals

    Get discovered by couples planning right now

    Join our curated directory and get in front of engaged couples actively planning their wedding across the US.

    Join the directory →
    Upcoming bridal shows
    Jul 19
    Our Dream Wedding Expo
    Tampa, FL
    Aug 16
    Pink Bride Bridal Show
    Trussville, AL
    Aug 23
    Wed KC Weddings Unveiled
    Kansas City, MO
    View all bridal shows →
    Share
    For wedding professionals

    Are you a wedding vendor worth finding?

    Join the directory and connect with engaged couples actively planning their wedding across the US. A listing puts your business in front of the right audience — couples who are searching, not just scrolling.

    Join the directory

    Submit Your Bridal Show

    Submissions are reviewed before being added to the directory.

    Submissions are reviewed prior to being added to the directory. Spam and promotional listings will not be published.

    transparent The Aisle wedding directory logo