Some of the advantages to having a winter wedding include the cost. Winter is considered the “off-season” for weddings, making the cost of certain items go down. Some of the items on that list usually include the wedding location and reception hall, both of which you will be more likely to book for your desired date. Since there are fewer weddings, your date is less likely to already be booked. Another advantage to having a winter wedding is the fact that more of your family and friends may be able to attend.

One of the first decisions to make when you are planning your winter wedding is the theme. Do you want to have a general winter theme or something more specific and special? One of the most common themes is the winter wonderland theme. The winter wonderland theme is exactly what it sounds like, whimsical and majestic. Think yards of fabric (organza or tulle) draped on the ceiling and cake table. Twinkle lights lighting the room and gorgeous center pieces. Most often the colors used for this theme are white and silver, or white and pale blue. If you are really adventurous you can use all of the colors together.

Once you have decided on your theme, you need to decide on your floral arrangements. Some of the flowers that work well with winter themes are white tulips, hydrangeas, and orchids. White flowers combined with bright green foliage look beautiful.

Wedding party attire is also a big decision. With a winter theme brides may want to wear satin gloves, a faux fur wrap, or even a tiara. Think princess, and you get the idea. You can make your bridal attire as lavish and fairytale like as you wish. Once you have decided on the bridal attire, next you need to think of the other members of the wedding party. Silvers and light blues look beautiful on both bridesmaids as well as vests on the men.

Wedding favors can be especially fun with a winter themed wedding. There are so many options available. You may want to go with something as simple as a beautiful ornament, or something a little more involved like a wintery snowflake inspired candle holder. Anything that will make you think of winter is a great choice.

Whatever winter theme you may decide to go with, winter weddings are beautiful. Not only are they fun and romantic, but they also give you a great excuse to find a sunny tropical destination for the honeymoon. Using a little creativity can give you a wedding you will remember for a lifetime.

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1. Coasters make a very practical wedding favor choice and can be personalized in a variety of ways. To personalize your coaster you can use special wording or a poem, choose coasters to match your wedding theme and even add a picture which makes your coaster double as a picture frame too!

2. Salt & Pepper Shakers are very practical. Just about everyone uses salt and pepper daily and they can be found in just about any theme imaginable!

3. Recipe Card Holders are a unique favor and can be used not only as a wedding favor but make a great bridal shower favor as well. Guests can share their recipe for marriage success with the happy couple and then take home a useful favor that they can use for years to come while preparing their own recipes.

4. Magnets are useful and affordable. Magnets come in handy for posting notes and pictures on the refrigerator where they will be seen daily. They come in a variety of styles and sizes and are easily personalized.

5. Kitchen Timers are a different, at the same time extremely useful favor. Even if your guests do not bake, a kitchen timer comes in handy for anyone from your personal friends to co-workers needing to manage their time better while performing certain tasks. It’s a great productivity tool that all of your guests can use.

Your guests will not only remember your special day often they will also appreciate that you put thought into giving them a gift that they can actually use.

Practical, Useful Wedding Favor Ideas

Palm Tree Cookie Cutter in Beach-themed Gift Box Price: $2.00	“Sew Perfect” Classic Houndstooth Sewing Kit Price: As low as $1.75	“Cut Out for Each Other” Stainless-Steel Heart-Shaped Cookie Cutters Price: As low as $1.75
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“Lovebirds” Chrome Bottle Stopper Price: As low as $3.20	“Double Happiness” Elegant Chrome Bottle Stopper in Asian-Themed Gift Box Price: As low as $2.99	“Fleur-de-Lis” Elegant Chrome Bottle Stopper Price: As low as $2.90
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Welcome to Our Wedding” Canvas Tote Bag (Can be Personalized) Price: $15.00	“The ‘Gratest’ Love of All” Stainless-Steel Cheese Grater in Showcase Gift Box Price: As low as $2.20	“A Slice of Love” Stainless-Steel Pizza Cutter in Miniature Pizza Box Price: As low as $2.50

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The next thing to consider would be your invitations and color scheme. There are several beautiful love bird themed invitations and thank you cards that match almost every color palette. When deciding on the colors for your ceremony, almost any color will work with a love bird theme, however natural colors are beautiful. Greens, browns, gold tones, and blues carry out the nature feel of a love bird wedding. If you are choosing to go with a more contemporary love bird theme, you may want something a little bolder, or something as simple as the classic white.

Decorations are next on the checklist for your wedding. These can be as creative as you are willing to go. You can incorporate birds’ nests into your décor, artificial of course, if you really want a unique look. This can even be carried over into the reception by using small branches with bird nests as the center pieces for your tables. If you want decorations that are a little more traditional, ivy and green plants work wonderfully. You can also incorporate some flowers as well. Another great decoration for your wedding and reception alike are to have several bird figurines around, and you may want to consider adding a few bird houses in as well. You can find them in most any color. There is also the option of having real birds, in beautiful cages, at the reception. Place card holders for the reception are also a great way to tie in your theme. There are several bird nest place card holders available. You can even get creative with the flower girls basket and the ring barer pillow. The possibilities are endless.

Favors are another big part of any wedding. There are several neat items available for a love bird themed wedding. You could go with something like love nest soaps, which are small egg shaped soaps that are contained in an artificial birds nest. If you want something a little more traditional why not go with love bird salt and pepper shakers. Mints are a great option as well, they are available in several flavors, and you can get the mint tin customized with your wedding date and theme.

Love bird wedding themes can be such fun to plan. Details are the key with this type of wedding, so look for anywhere that you can add something unique and special. Always remember with this theme or any other theme, your wedding day is your special day, so be sure to follow your heart.

Erica A. Brooks is the owner of SimplyElegantBridalAccessories.com where she offers brides elegant Love Bird bridal accessories, bridal favors and inexpensive wedding ideas to help them to plan the wedding of their dreams while saving money.

Love Bird Theme Wedding Favor Ideas

“Lovebirds” Chrome Bottle Stopper Price: As low as $3.20

“Cherry Blossoms” Frosted Glass Coasters Price: As low as $1.90

“The Nest Egg” Scented Egg Soap in Nest (Pink or Blue) Price: As low as $2.40