Winter Wedding: 10 Reasons to Have a Winter Wedding

Winter weddings in Austria? Totally trendy! We’re not talking about frozen toes and chattering teeth here, but about a wedding so cool that even winter would be jealous. So why sweat it out in the summer when you can say“I do” in a fairytale landscape this winter?

1. Winter Wedding: Coolness Instead of a Sweat Breakout

A winter wedding doesn’t just mean that your bridal attire will, ideally, sparkle as brightly as the snow—it also means: Goodbye, summer heat; goodbye, sweat! At a winter wedding, your makeup stays put, and your feet stay comfortable. Older wedding guests will also be happy because they can enjoy your wedding day without any hot flashes, and you, as the bride and groom, won’t have to worry too much about using too much deodorant—whether you’re savoring the wedding menu at the reception hall or rocking the dance floor—the temperatures will stay pretty much the same thanks to the indoor wedding. This is also a major advantage when it comes to choosing outfits and setting the dress code for guests.
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2. Stress-Free Planning for a Winter Wedding

In winter, your dream venues are available, and the vendors are super laid-back—no rush hour for weddings! So you can take your time visiting and choosing your dream location. Other vendors, such as the pastry chef or stylist, are also less busy. Even wedding bands can step in on short notice, and wedding photographers are happy to take on any wedding during the off-season.
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3. Winter Weddings: Great Prices!

Some wedding venues and vendors offer lower prices outside the peak season than they do in the spring or summer, in order to secure bookings even in the winter. So, if you’ve always dreamed of a big wedding but are concerned about the cost, a winter wedding is the perfect choice. A winter wedding is easy on the budget—so you can still have a big celebration!

4. Bye-bye run-of-the-mill, hello uniqueness!

Mulled wine instead of champagne, a sled instead of a wedding car, a hot cocoa bar instead of a traditional candy bar, and a sleigh ride instead of a limousine: Your winter wedding will clearly stand out from the rest and be anything but run-of-the-mill! There’s just something special about celebrating over a hot chocolate or tea with rum in a cozy atmosphere. This way, your wedding will be anything but ordinary—an unforgettable winter experience for you and your guests!
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5. Right on schedule, weather-wise

Snow Instead of Rain Chaos – In winter, you usually know what to expect weather-wise. So, as the bride and groom, you don’t need to worry about the weather forecast or check the weather app every second in the days leading up to your winter wedding. After all, the celebration will take place indoors, and a brief champagne reception outdoors while it’s snowing is pretty magical, isn’t it? So focus on creating a cozy atmosphere inside your venue; for example, fire pits and string lights can transform any location into an atmospheric winter wonderland. And especially if you choose a wedding venue in higher-altitude regions, you can most likely count on snow instead of rain. So who needs summer when you can have snow, candlelight, and pure magic?
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6. The advantage of a winter wedding: Everyone's there!

During the colder months, most of your invited guests will have time, whereas in the summer, some may already have vacation plans lined up. So you can assume that in the winter, everyone will be ready for your wedding party! Plus, many people head back to their hometowns, especially between Christmas and New Year’s. Since all your cousins, friends, and maybe even your favorite old college friends will be nearby between Christmas and New Year’s, you’ll all be able to celebrate your love together! Note: Even so, we recommend announcing your wedding early enough if it’s between Christmas and New Year’s or during the winter months in general, since some of your friends might already be thinking about taking a vacation overseas.

7. Romance Level 100

Winter is simply the season for coziness and romance! A sparkling landscape, cozy fabrics, snowflakes, and a crackling fire—all of this creates a magical atmosphere without you having to do much at all. Of course, you can give it a little extra help with perfect planning and a well-thought-out wedding concept: garlands, star-shaped decorations, lanterns, or simply wintery decorations like snowflakes and candles will make your winter fairy tale perfect! Unless your partner happens to be the Grinch himself, you can—if your wedding takes place around the Christmas season—incorporate even more Christmas vibes into your celebration. After all, nothing beats a mix of Christmas accessories, New Year’s Eve glitter, and a few carefully chosen, classic wedding touches, right?
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8. Bye-bye, Pollen & Mosquitoes!

Let’s take a quick reality check: Getting married in the summer and celebrating a cozy garden wedding can truly be a dream come true, but often it’s not just the guests—sometimes the bride or groom—who suffer from allergies—and then a celebration in a garden full of blooms isn’t so relaxing after all. That’s where a winter wedding has a clear advantage, because winter also means allergy sufferers can breathe a sigh of relief and insects are hibernating. There simply aren’t any grasses or flowers blooming to irritate you and your noses. Finally, a wedding without sneezing fits and itchy skin!
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9. A winter wedding means: High Instagrammability

Winter landscapes as a photo backdrop? Yes, you might have to grit your teeth a little, but a bridal photo shoot in a snow-covered winter landscape yields absolutely unique photos. And what are pretty boots, sexy stockings, and faux-fur bolero jackets for, anyway? These little, cozy accessories really shine during a winter wedding photo shoot! Tip for a winter wedding photoshoot: A long train isn’t quite ideal in snow and rain, but winter bridal jewelry—such as pearls, hoop earrings, or porcelain brooches—can be special highlights. Another great idea for a winter wedding: pops of color! White snow and pink flowers in your hair? Simply wonderful!
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10. Winter Weddings: Relaxed Instead of Stressful

Fewer guests in the winter means more flexibility when it comes to planning. Because of the comparatively low booking rate and workload, a winter wedding can be planned relatively spontaneously. So with a winter wedding, you can take a little more time with the planning and don’t have to book the venue and vendors a year or two in advance.

‍Well, I’m sure you’re already convinced that a winter wedding is a really great idea, right? But as we all know, winter can feel like it goes on forever, so the question is: when exactly is the right time for a winter wedding? So if you’re still looking for the perfect date, we’ve got a great tip for you…

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Conclusion: Dare to be different!

A wedding between Christmas and New Year’s isn’t just unique—it’s also memorable and is often nearly the only festive event during the winter season. For example, the time between Christmas and New Year’s is an ideal time for a wedding—even if the date comes as a surprise to your guests at first; they’ll surely be grateful for the welcome change of pace during an otherwise rather uneventful time.

So: Be bold and dare to think outside the box by considering a wedding date that’s out of the ordinary. Your wedding guests will be pleasantly surprised, and for you as the bride and groom, it will be a magical day where the spirit of Christmas, the freshness of the coming year, and the joy of a wedding all come together.

So why not skip summer for once and write your own winter fairy tale this winter?

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We would like to thank Claudia Fitzinger for providing these enchanting photos.

You can view the entire photo shoot here: Fine Art Winter Wedding Amid the Snow

The following vendors were involved in the photo shoot:
Photography & Concept: Bridelights Photography
Planning: Claudia Fitzinger
Decor: Mademoiselle Fee
‍Flowers: Florietta Meisterfloristik
Dress: Brautschwestern Wien
Cake: Das Tortenstudio
‍Jewelry: Antonia Koch‍
Makeup Artist: feengleich
Suit: Modehaus Vondru
‍Stationery: Atelier Lotti
Ring Box, Laser-Cut & Silk Ribbons: Melanie Sharma‍
Video: Santiago Boceta Weddings‍
Models: Margot & Bernhard
Furniture:Die Möbelei‍