Choose
an appropriate theme for the season and reflect this in
the styles and colours for your wedding gown, the bridesmaids
dresses and decorations. Spice up your white weddings
with the following combinations:
 Traditional
red and greens
Burnt
cinnamon, browns or gold
Ivory and
deep purple
Silver and
midnight blue
Use fabrics
such as wool, cotton, velvet and silk
Colourful
tartans
Elegant capes,
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a civil ceremony or seasonal reception try to find a venue
that oozes charm and character with cosy corners and blazing
log fires but with enough space to accommodate all your
guests comfortably indoors and maybe gardens with landscaping
that can offer a variety of photographic opportunities
outdoors even in winter. An increasing number of private
homes, estates, castles and listed buildings are now being
licensed for civil ceremonies. |
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Personalised table crackers
Decorate a large traditional tree in your chosen wedding
colours
Create stunning arrangements from natural wood or sprayed
willow twigs
Use natural garlands with ivy and cones and flickering
candles to set the mood
If fresh flowers are not available try the dried varieties
and table cornucopia
Hang personalised gifts such as bonbonieres from the tree
for guests
Cover the chairs with co-ordinated slips or grand bows
of red taffeta
String tiny white lights around the rooms for great effect
Set the scene with a large log fire scented with pine
Commission an ice sculpture for a dramatic centrepiece
Use white lights in the trees outside to welcome your
guests
Hang assortments of white ornaments on the drive or entrance
to the venue
Don't forget the mistletoe!
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Mix Christmas carols (classic and contemporary) with other
favourites
A visit from Santa for the younger guests
Fireworks are splendid on the darker evenings
Set up traditional board games in quiet corners for the
more mature guests
Organise a festive show with a variety of entertainers
Country music band and barn dancing (will keep you warm!)
Bonfire with chestnut roasting and treasure hunts for
the younger guests |
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Traditional iced wedding cake in white or ivory with themed
decoration
Hot finger buffets, fondues for small groups or full traditional
turkey dinner
Offer roasted chestnuts, potatoes, sausages and soup around
the bonfire
Traditional fare of homemade soup and mince pies during
the day
Scatter bowls of almonds and fancies for guests to nibble
on
Hire an hot chocolate fountain for dessert
Choose mulled wines to welcome and warm your guests |
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Handmake your wedding invitations and stationery in Yuletide
colours
Visit craft stores for seasonal items to personalise your
invitations
Use seasonal web clipart to decorate your guest menus,
place settings and lists |
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