Off-season rates can be a factor for many couples choosing a winter wedding, however, there are lots other great reasons to have your big day during the winter months. Read on to find out more…
Every winter bride imagines the white drifts of snow across the scene. Whilst you will need to pick your particular location in New Zealand to guarantee real snow you can always theme your venues to give you that wonderful white winter feel!
One of your biggest considerations. Most venues and suppliers have off season rates, but many also offer incentives and bonuses not available in the popular summer months.
Welcome your guests with a roaring open fire. Feel the glow and reflect after the event with a hot toddy warm in the comfort of your new husband’s warm embrace!
In winter of course dusk falls early. This gives you an extended evening for winter warming celebrations. Take advantage by using candles, fairy lights, fireworks and fancy lighting designs. Experiment and have fun creating atmosphere and excitement to your long evening.
The New Zealand winter has few memorable dates during the winter months, so add your own for a great excuse for a winter holiday or at least a special celebration every year!
If you have a wide group of friends some of your guests may have ‘wedding fatigue’ by the time your summer wedding comes around. A winter wedding will be a seasonal highlight.
Fly somewhere warm and exotic after the event. Relax on the beach in the Maldives, Fiji, Samoa or Northern Queensland. You’ll enjoy the beautiful weather all the more coming in winter and it gives you a good excuse each winter to celebrate away in the sun!
Getting married in winter totally eliminates any weather related stress. You don’t have that worry what to do if it rains. Guests expect colder weather and an indoor focus, so the attention will be on what’s going on indoors.
Winter is low season, meaning it shouldn’t be too difficult booking your venue, church/celebrant and other services at slightly shorter notice. It’s also easier finding accommodation for visiting guests.
Last, but surely not least, a winter wedding is your chance to sport some stylish bridal wellies, ideal for a kiwi bride, or a beautiful fake fur or a soft velvet cape.