Discover how to plan stunning winter wedding florals with the right venue, lighting, & seasonal flower choices for a magical celebration in rural Herefordshire.
Winter Wedding Venue
During the winter season, you might find it more difficult to find the perfect setting for your wedding.
Factors such as temperature need to be taken into consideration meaning many wedding venues will be limited in providing warmth, especially in the UK where some buildings are not designed for the colder weather.
However, it is also one of the biggest elements that influence your flower choice, and you should choose wisely and spend time considering how you want your arrangement to match the atmosphere.
Here in Herefordshire, a common choice of theming is rustic or countryside inspired weddings: dancing in barns, celebrating in fields covered in beautiful decorations. Often people will choose simple flowers in neutral colours that complement the natural beauty of the area.
If you are looking for a more elegant celebration, perhaps it will be held in a beautiful manor house with large open rooms. Unfortunately, as the air gets colder it won’t be possible to use any grand gardens or outside features, but the main house can still be decorated charmingly. Typically, white flowers are used for a calm and sophisticated feel, but gold accents can make a lovely finishing touch.
Another option that’s possible around December time is a modern Christmas theme. This could be held in any location that matches your wedding vision, and it also provides an opportunity to use bright and interesting colours. For example, typical Christmas colours such as red, green, and brown would create a cozy experience, whilst blue and white makes for a winter wonderland vibe.
Winter Wedding Lighting
When communicating with florists about your final choice, make sure to also be aware of how the lighting you use may affect the visibility of the flowers. A lot of effort is put into making sure the arrangements are perfect for you, and that they are in sync with your dream wedding. If the lighting isn’t considered, it can cause visibility and aesthetic issues which could easily be avoided.
An effortless way to bring your space into life is through candles or lanterns. This opts for a more traditional decoration that recreates the soft and intimate feel of Winter. This warm lighting will compliment flowers that aren’t too brightly coloured, but definitely for flowers that you want guests to notice and appreciate. These options of lighting may pair well with a rustic setting and natural elements like wood and foliage.
To create a truly magical environment, the use of fairy lights is an amazingly cheap way to do this. If your venue has beams, it may be possible to wrap the lights around them to help light up the whole room and make it feel home-like. A way to bring florals into this is by hanging them close by so they almost seem a part of the arrangement and allow the lights to bring out the texture and details of the flowers.
For brides and grooms who want something a bit more dramatic, accent lighting is a good way to highlight a statement centrepiece and show off your incredible selection. Importantly, this lighting helps your pieces to stand out, especially if your venue feels more minimalistic than you want it to be. It will create visual impact and enhance the effect you wish to make.
Winter Wedding Flowers
Now the most important part. Picking the right flower for your wedding can be a hard decision, but here are some good starting points for flowers that will be easier to find this winter:
- Hellebores, sometimes called the “Christmas rose” is a wonderful flower that thrives in the UK winter.
- Daphne, grown in light and pastel colours. They would be a perfect traditional touch for any venue.
- Snowdrops, these white blooms are the epitome of winter and very elegant. Would work for a themed, bespoke winter wedding.
- Hyacinth, brightly coloured flowers that have roots in Greek mythology and tend to bloom later in the Winter.
- Amaryllis, large and bold! Beautiful for dramatic winter arrangements.
- Winter berries, a fun adornment that could be scattered about the venue to create a Christmas feel.