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Winter Wedding Receptions in 2020 & 2021

Although spring and summer are the most popular seasons to hold weddings, winter weddings are becoming more and more popular. There's no setting more romantic than a winter wedding, especially if you live somewhere it snows. The sparkling blanket of snow adds so much ambiance to the backdrop of your wedding pictures. When planning your wedding there is so much to consider including your wedding colors and theme, the decorations that will help make everything pop, the venue, and more.  

Experiment with Winter Wedding Colors and Textures

When it comes to winter weddings, whites, greens, and reds are popular. However, it's safe to deviate from what is popular and experiment with other colors, especially your favorite colors. Pastels are great for winter weddings as they offer soft and sometimes frosty looking hues to compliment the season. Bold colors are also fun for winter weddings especially when you add rich textures like flannel or velvet to help compliment the color theme. Some popular color schemes for 2020 and 2021 include:

  • Rose Gold and Burgundy
  • Forest Green, Black, and White
  • Chocolate Brown and Red
  • Silver and Gray
  • Dusty Blue and Blush
  • Light Grey and Silvery Green
  • Light Rose and Pale Blush
  • Navy and Forest Green
  • Navy and Red/Burgundy
  • Red and Green

Winter Wedding Themes and Decorations 

Just because you are having a winter wedding doesn't mean you have to have a traditional winter wonderland theme. Although this theme always goes over well with guests and planning, there are many other ideas to choose from. If you stick with color themes, add in some decorations that will help make the table settings pop. You could incorporate a hot chocolate bar into your reception plans to give that cozy, wintertime feel. The possibilities are endless. Some common winter wedding themes

include:

  • Winter Wonderland
  • Vintage (Great Gatsby)
  • Holly Berries and Evergreens
  • Winter Travel Destinations
  • Holiday Glam/Christmas
  • Let It Snow
  • Flannel and Cozy
  • New Years Eve

COVID-19 and 2020 / 2021 Winter Weddings 

Although we are still dealing with unprecedented times and have to properly social distance, weddings are still occurring, most at limited capacity. At Marina del Rey, our team strives to make your wedding dreams come true even during these trying times. While your guest list and some parts might look a little different due to the necessary precautions, you can still celebrate your love with a gorgeous winter wedding reception. We will be following all safety guidelines and measures when it comes to your wedding while helping you create the most memorable day of your life.



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