How to actually enjoy a winter wedding
Let’s be honest—winter isn’t for everyone.
The cold is aggressive, the wind feels personal, and no one enjoys rushing from place to place just trying to stay warm. But if you’re planning a winter wedding, the goal isn’t to convince anyone to love the season—it’s to create a winter wedding that you and your guests will actually enjoy. At Dairyland Bach Co., we believe winter weddings can be beautiful, comfortable, and meaningful when they’re planned with intention instead of tradition.
Here’s how to make a winter wedding feel warm, stress-free, and genuinely enjoyable — for everyone involved.
Keep It Indoors (and Don’t Feel Bad About It)
If you hate the cold, the easiest way to enjoy a winter wedding is simple: stay inside. Winter weddings work best when they’re fully indoors, warm, and thoughtfully planned so no one is rushing between buildings or braving the elements longer than necessary.
You don’t need an outdoor ceremony or snowy vows to have a beautiful winter wedding. Candlelight, cozy lighting, and intimate spaces create a naturally romantic atmosphere—without anyone losing feeling in their fingers.
Dress for Warmth First, Style Second (You Can Have Both)
There’s no reward for suffering on your wedding day. Choose attire that works with the season instead of fighting it. Long sleeves, heavier fabrics, lined dresses, and intentional layering go a long way in making a winter wedding actually enjoyable.
Bridal wraps, faux fur stoles, tailored coats, and chic shawls aren’t just practical—they’re part of the look. These layers add texture, warmth, and personality while keeping you comfortable throughout the day. We always recommend planning a few cozy options you can easily throw on for photos, outdoor transitions, or late-night moments.
✨ We’ve rounded up some of our favorite winter wedding shawls, wraps, and outerwear that keep you warm without sacrificing style.
Wrap Shawl ; Faux Fur Scarf ; Cropped Fur Coat ; Long Faux Fur Coat
The same goes for your wedding party. Encourage them to dress for the season with layers they can remove once indoors. When everyone is warm, relaxed, and comfortable, the entire day flows better—and looks better, too.
Prioritize Guest Comfort
If you’re cold, your guests are colder. Winter weddings feel best when people feel taken care of from start to finish.
Warm drinks like coffee, hot chocolate, or mulled cider instantly make guests feel welcome. Cozy lounge areas, blankets for short outdoor transitions, and minimal walking between spaces all help keep the mood relaxed.
Clear communication matters. Let guests know exactly what to expect—whether everything is indoors or if there’s a brief outdoor moment—so they can dress appropriately and arrive prepared.
Skip the Winter Fantasy, Keep the Winter Benefits
You don’t have to love winter to appreciate what winter weddings offer. There are real perks to this season:
More venue availability
Potentially lower vendor costs
Earlier sunsets that create beautiful candlelit ambiance
A naturally intimate, cozy vibe
Winter weddings work not because winter is magical, but because they encourage simplicity, closeness, and intention.
Plan smart and stay flexible
Winter weddings require thoughtful planning. Build extra buffer time into your timeline, plan weather-friendly transportation, and work closely with your vendor team to minimize unnecessary exposure to the cold.
The smoother the logistics, the calmer the day feels. A winter wedding should feel warm and relaxed—not rushed or stressful.
You Don’t Have to Love Winter to Love Your Wedding
Enjoying a winter wedding doesn’t mean embracing the cold—it means planning around it. When comfort comes first, everything else falls into place.
At Dairyland Bach Co., we believe winter weddings are best when they’re cozy, intentional, and stress-free. Cold outside, warm inside—and surrounded by the people who matter most.
🤍 XOXO, Aly
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