A Winter Wonderland Wedding

Planning a Christmas wedding can be a great waythat favorite chocolate fountain a twist of flavor -
to combine your special day with the magic ofpeppermint flavor. Cinnamon bears reign as the
the holidays. For brides planning their weddingpopular dipping item for chocolate fountains this
around the holidays, here are a few suggestionswinter, and not only for peppermint-flavored
to have you walking in your own winterfountains. Milk and dark chocolate please the pallet
wonderland.as well with this spicy snack. In addition to the
FLOWERS:chocolate fountains, serve hot bread pudding and
If you're getting married in the winter aroundpumpkin pie as desserts for your reception. Or
Christmastime, why not embrace the season?select pumpkin spice and cream cheese filling for
"There's something magical about the winteryour wedding cake to stay true to the season.
season - bring those elements in. Lots of red,However simple or lavish you're planning your big
especially the darkest crimson blooms such asday, utilize the winter season to your advantage.
black magic roses, create bold, stunningGive your guests those extra details that will
arrangements. A traditional red rose is a safe wayhave them remembering your wedding whenever
to play it and then pick other elements to jazz itwinter season rolls in.
up a bit. Add to those roses some additionalDECORATIVE DETAILS:
details chocolate cosmos, hypericum berries,Use Christmas ornaments in place of traditional
pepper berries, and winter berries. For a good popguest cards. Simply attach a small card and ribbon
of color, submerging cranberries in the vases ofwith their name imprinted on the ornament. Or
water. If red is not in your wedding pallet, anotherhand paint each name on the individual ornaments.
option awaits. There is nothing more beautiful thanYour guests will remember your wedding for
a traditional white wedding. Not only does the coldyears to come each time they place their
air prevent white petals from browning aroundornament on their Christmas tree. Dip candy
the edges, but your blooms will also reflectcanes in white or dark chocolate and wrap them
winter's snowy ambiance. Pair white roses within plastic bags tied with a simple red or white
green berries, combine dramatic amaryllis withribbon. Give away these treats as your favor at
white gazer lilies, or couple green and whitethe end of your wedding reception. Display gifts in
cymbidium orchids. With all of the romance youra sleigh or under an evergreen decorated with
blooms will exude, make sure you're not the onlypictures of the couple. Instead of a star or angel
ones enjoying kissing throughout the evening.as the tree topper, use a bride and groom in its
Hang mistletoe in entryways or any other placeplace. Before you walk down the aisle, have your
guests might want to share a smooch. Thisflower girl toss imitation snow or miniature
romantic seasonal green also works well as ansnowflakes in place of flower petals. Replace the
accent to all floral arrangements, includingwedding march with a slow-paced, instrumental
corsages and boutonnieres.holiday tune. Fill your reception with sweet winter
CATERING:aromas. Boil apple cider with floating oranges and
To keep your guests warm on the inside with thecinnamon sticks in various hidden corners of the
cold winter chill outside, add a hot chocolate androom. Or light deeply scented evergreen candles
wassail cider bar to your reception beverageto bring the outdoors in.
station. Spicing up your hot drinks with cinnamonThere's no denying the romance of the winter
sticks for stirring and cinnamon & nutmegseason: gently falling snow, softly glimmering lights
for toppings. Keep that chocolate coming. Giveand sweetly scented evergreens.