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  4. 12 Ways to Pull off the Perfect Christmas Wedding

12 Ways to Pull off the Perfect Christmas Wedding

February 26, 2019
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Who says the wonder of winter garlands and ornate ornaments are only meant for your holiday home décor? These days, winter brides are bringing the magic of the holiday season into their wedding celebrations in all the right ways. From treats that will make you want to cozy up by the fire to perfectly coordinated pops of dark reds and Kelly greens, there are endless ways to subtly deck the aisle or go all out with Christmas wedding décor. Understated details, like Christmas pines and acorn accents, can transform a rustic wedding into a winter wonderland while traditional touches, like Christmas china, can make a refined wedding reception feel like a cozy family affair. And, honestly, who wouldn’t want to end their winter wedding celebration with sleigh ride that looks like it came straight from the North Pole?If the sight of sparkling ornaments makes your heart flutter and your Christmas countdown starts on December 26 each year, you just might fall in love with these oh-so-festive Christmas wedding ideas.
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Create a Bouquet Full of Christmas Spirit

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Design a bridal bouquet full of Yuletide elegance by incorporating an assortment of deep holiday hues. Mix in winter greenery and icy white accents for bouquet full of Christmas spirit.

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Merry Berry Boutonnieres

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Holly berries and winter plant textures look especially sticking against a groom’s wedding lapel.

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Invite Guests With Holiday-Inspired Greetings

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Everyone loves holiday greetings, and there are endless ways to incorporate the Christmas spirit of holiday cards into your wedding invitations. Small details, like watercolor garland with pops of red berries, or more obvious patterns, like plaid paper designs, are wonderful ways to announce your Christmas wedding theme to guests.

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Embrace the Chill

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Sure, down South it’s likely to be above freezing around Christmas time, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun with the idea of chilly weather. We love how this simple sign brings style to the winter chill, whether it exists or not.

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Feel The Love with Mistletoe

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Create a Christmas-inspired first kiss by handing mistletoe over your wedding alter. Or, fuel the Christmas love for your guests with mistletoe magic at your reception.

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Place Pretty Pine All Around

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Center your winter tablescape around a natural runner, like lovely-scented pine tree leaves. Complement the colors of the season by added deep red floral hues.

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Accessorize With Acorns

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As versatile as they are seasonal, these prickly pieces can be used for anything from table runner accents to escort card holders.

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Deck Out Place Settings with Christmas Dishes

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Bring the Christmas magic to dinner by designing your reception table settings around Christmas china. Perfect for intimate affairs, Holiday china patterns create a warm atmosphere reminiscent of your favorite family Christmas dinners.

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Frost Your Wedding Cake with Christmas Romance

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From whimsical winter white details to rustic red accents, there are plenty of ways to incorporate holiday accents into trendy wedding cake styles.

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Warm Up with Winter Treats

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Create a cozy celebration with Christmas-inspired treats, like warm apple cider.

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Jiggle Your Way to Toasts with Winter Bells

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Jingle these jolly winter accessories at your reception to grab your guests’ attention when it’s time for wedding toasts. These handheld jingle bells are sure to make a very merry environment. Added plus? They also double as winder wedding favors.

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Send the Newlyweds Off with a Sleigh Ride

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Though there may not be snow in the South, who says you can’t leave your wedding in a horse-drawn sleigh?

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1 of 12 Create a Bouquet Full of Christmas Spirit
2 of 12 Merry Berry Boutonnieres
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4 of 12 Embrace the Chill
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