25 Winter Wedding Ceremony Ideas
Whether your winter wedding fantasies involve an ice castle rivaling Elsa's or a cozy log cabin with a blazing fire, we have 25 gorgeous ideas for your cold-weather ceremony.
By: Kristen Klein
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Take it to the slopes! Guests will almost forget about the cold with a view like this.
Photo Credit: Patricia Lyons Photography
Frosted Branches
Make your ceremony look like a snow-covered street with lamp posts, branches, and floral boxes all dressed in white.
Photo Credit: Make Be Leaves
Let it Snow
After your first kiss as a married couple, let it snow for a magical effect your guests will love.
Photo Credit: Theilen Photography
Candlelit Aisle
Light the way with amber-hued candles for a romantic glow.
Photo Credit: Cory Ryan Photography
Natural Inspiration
Pinecones, swags of greenery, and floating candles create the perfect winter vibe.
Photo Credit: Logan Walker Photography
Frosty Night
A stark white aisle glows like snow against a frosty blue background.
Photo Credit: Occasions By Shangri-La
Twinkling Lights
Strands of lights and dozens of candles come together to create a luxe, romantic look.
Photo Credit: Bob & Dawn Davis Photography
Frosted Branches
An arch made of frosted branches with gold and red leaves really pops against a rustic ceremony backdrop.
Photo Credit: Logan Walker Photography
Among the Evergreens
Dress up your backdrop with simple evergreens in varying heights, with floating candles lining the aisle.
Photo Credit: Melissa Kelsey Photography
Swags of Greenery
An oversized wreath and cascading garland, paired with simple white candles, create an elegant wintry ceremony space.
Photo Credit: Ulmer Studios
Swim & Ski
Install a stage over a pool for a breathtaking ceremony aisle your guests won't be able to stop talking about.
Photo Credit: Jenna Lee Pictures
Cozy Lodge
From the gorgeous lighting to the "snow"-covered benches, this ceremony setup is so inviting.
Photo Credit: Bogdan Condor Photography
Candlelit Aisle
Turn down the lights and illuminate your ceremony only with candles and some spotlights on your backdrop for a romantic glow.
Photo Credit: Smith Squared Photography
Let it Snow
Dust your aisle with flower petal confetti for a snowy look.
Photo Credit: Smith Squared Photography
Twinkling Lights
Pair your twinkling lights with crystal accents to perfectly reflect the winter spirit.
Photo Credit: Red Letter Days
Add Some Sparkle
From the sequined aisle to the glamorous lights, everything about this ceremony space sparkles.
Photo Credit: Aaron Young Photography
In the Mountains
If you and your guests can brave the cold, you can take advange of spectacular views.
Photo Credit: Lis Photography
Holiday Inspired
Dress up your backdrop with greenery, poinsettias, and berries.
Photo Credit: Elevate Photography
Bring the Outdoors In
Always dreamed of an outdoor wedding, but not in the dead of winter? Bring the outdoors in with a greenery wall accented with flowers.
Photo Credit: Luisa's Secret Photography
Illuminated Aisle
Light up your aisle with a rich wintry pattern, like damask.
Photo Credit: Rhee Bevere
Among the Evergreens
A bevy of Christmas trees makes a beautiful wedding backdrop.
Photo Credit: Turner Creative Photography
Projected Trees
Get the look for less by using a projector to add trees to your wedding backdrop.
Photo Credit: Coburn Photography
Fireside Vows
Keep it cozy by exchanging vows in front of a fireplace.
Photo Credit: Shoreshotz Photography
Swags of Greenery
Say "I do" beneath an arch covered in greenery and a touch of red leaves.
Photo Credit: Tracye's Photography