Beautiful Christmas Wedding Ideas
Winter weddings have a very romantic vibe to them, and Christmas weddings are even more romantic.
Weddings during the winter and Christmas seasons should all be about warmth, coziness, and romance. And don't forget that couples who get married in the winter always have beautiful wedding pictures! Click here to see some tips on winter wedding photography!
If you're planning a Christmas wedding, then you must check out these unique Christmas wedding ideas we have for you.
A Christmas wedding theme doesn't have to be all white and red; instead, make it unique and different from those unique Christmas theme wedding ideas.
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Also check out Your Guide to Planning The Perfect Winter Wonderland Wedding
To help you plan the perfect Christmas wedding, here are some great tips you should follow:
- Take Advantage of Christmas Wedding Decorations: If you’re getting married next Christmas, buy your Christmas wedding decorations early, such as ornaments, ribbons, and even lights, when they go on sale. Check out: Christmas Wedding Color Schemes That Dazzle
- Inform Your Guests Early: People usually make plans for Christmas way in advance, so make sure you send your save-the-dates notifications or wedding invitations earlier than usual.
- Ventilation: It is important that your wedding guests feel warm when it’s cold outside. You need the wedding hall or ballroom to be warm but not stuffy, so make sure the ventilation in the ballroom is good.
- Get Creative With Music: Want a different idea for your wedding? During dinner, have some Christmas carolers sing a few Christmas songs; it will add a lovely touch and set a festive atmosphere to your wedding.
- Use Greenery and Pinecones: Greenery and pinecones are an inexpensive way to decorate your wedding.
For the Arab brides who are having a Christmas day wedding but don’t want to go overboard with the Christmas wedding theme at their wedding, here are some Christmas theme wedding ideas you can add to your big day without overdoing it.
Berry Filled Florals
For brides who are in love with winter weddings, and if you're having a Christmas-eve wedding, make sure you carry the perfect Christmas-inspired wedding bouquet.
Whether it is your bouquet or wedding centerpieces, add lots and lots of berries to your flowers this season for a warm and sweet touch.
Elevate your Christmas wedding bouquet with the festive addition of berries, adding a touch of seasonal charm and texture. Whether it's vibrant red cranberries, delicate snowberries, or rich holly berries, these natural accents infuse your bouquet with a burst of color and a nod to the winter landscape, creating a stunning and seasonally-inspired floral arrangement for your special day.
Click here to see more Christmas-inspired wedding bouquets!
Sequined Table Linens
A festive season is incomplete without some sparkle. One subtle way to add sparkle to your Christmas wedding table is by using sparkly linens!
Sparkly table linens are not only elegant but are also quite different from the usual tablecloths you see at weddings. Create a glamorous winter wonderland at your Christmas wedding by adorning your tables with sequined table linens.
The shimmering sequins capture the magical essence of the season, casting a radiant glow and infusing your reception with a touch of elegance and festive sparkle.
Velvet Touches
If you want more Christmas wedding table ideas, one way to make your wedding feel more wintery is to use velvet.
Velvet is definitely a winter fabric; it adds warmth and luxury to anything you decide to use it for, whether you use it for ribbons to tie your wedding invitations or as napkin holders.
You can even add velvet ribbons to your chair covers, wedding cake, wedding dress, and much more.
Another way you can include velvet in your wedding is by adding it to your bridal look. For example, you can wrap your wedding bouquet with velvet fabric or have your hair tied up with a luxurious velvet ribbon. Check out these lovely Christmas-inspired wedding bouquets here!
Christmas Inspired Wedding Cakes
Wedding cakes are usually a focal point at any wedding. Many guests love to see what wedding cake the couple chose to show off on their big day, and some brides and grooms put a lot of thought into their wedding cake and want it to be unique and beautiful.
Consider incorporating Christmas-inspired details such as red and white layers, seasonal florals, pinecones, or edible gold accents. A cake decorated with festive greenery, berries, or even delicate snow-like sugar dusting can tie beautifully into your overall holiday theme. For an added touch, top your cake with a miniature Christmas tree, a festive bow, or a custom ornament that reflects your style, creating a centerpiece that is both elegant and celebratory.
Have a Christmas-inspired wedding cake at your wedding, with beautiful gold touches, green leaves, pinecones, and berries. Get more winter wedding cake inspiration right here!
Christmas Wedding Favors
When choosing your Christmas wedding favors, think of something your wedding guests will use, for example, a hot chocolate or s'mores kit, or beautiful shawls to keep your wedding guests warm.
You can also opt for personalized ornaments, festive candles, mini gingerbread boxes, or winter-scented soaps. Practical, cozy, and seasonal gifts will leave your guests with a warm memory of your Christmas celebration.
Check out this fabulous Christmas-inspired wedding in Lebanon that we love, and see how they added live gingerbread cookie stations and crochet ornaments to make personalized giveaways to their wedding guests!
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Christmas Wedding Invitations
Get your wedding guests excited about your Christmas wedding by sending out beautiful Christmas-inspired wedding invitations!
Think of Christmas colors like emerald green and dark red, and pair them with elegant winter illustrations, subtle snowflakes, or pine and berry designs. You can also add touches of gold for a more fancy look, or incorporate velvet ribbons, wax seals, or textured paper for a luxurious holiday feel. This sets the tone from the very beginning and gives guests a glimpse of the magical celebration to come.
To see more ideas on Christmas wedding invitations, click here!
Bridesmaid and Groomsmen in Red
Looking for more ways to include Christmas touches at your wedding? Ask your bridesmaid to wear red dresses and your groomsmen to wear red ties or bow ties!
This coordinated pop of color ties your entire theme together and makes your bridal party stand out beautifully in photos. You can also incorporate matching winter accessories like velvet shawls, boutonnieres with berries, or festive bouquets to complete the holiday look stylishly and memorably.
Just like the bridesmaids and groomsmen at Raneem and Osama's Christmas-themed wedding!
Christmas Trees
Have some Christmas trees placed in different areas of your wedding with fake snow on them or decorated with your wedding colors! These trees can serve as stunning photo backdrops, entrance décor, or even focal points around the ballroom. Whether you go for elegant all-white trees, classic green ones dressed in your color palette, or minimalist trees with fairy lights, they instantly elevate the holiday mood and add a whimsical winter touch to your celebration.
Check out this beautiful Christmas wedding that took place in Lebanon decorated with beautiful Christmas trees!
At this magical winter wonderland wedding in Amman, MY Event Design used 2D Christmas trees that were decorated with fairy lights to give the image of glittering stars.
Pretty Wedding Chairs
Every detail in your wedding should add a special touch to the overall wedding theme, even your wedding chairs.
Think of adding velvet, pinecones, lovely red blooms, and candles, you can add so many different details to make it festive. A touch of evergreen garlands, fairy lights, or rich fabrics in winter tones can create a cozy, romantic focal point. Incorporate touches of gold or silver for a holiday sparkle, and consider draping the backdrop with soft lights or snowy textures to create a picture-perfect moment that truly feels like Christmas.
Click here to see more ideas on how you can decorate your wedding chairs!
Snow Everywhere
Even if it is not snowing, many companies can create fake snow for your wedding to have the ultimate winter and Christmas wedding.
Transform your Christmas wedding tables into enchanting winter scenes with a dusting of snow, creating a dreamy and magical atmosphere. This Christmas wedding inspiration brings the spirit of the season to your tables, evoking the charm of freshly fallen snow and adding a touch of whimsy to your festive celebration.
The wedding of Melissa and Nicolas was designed by Strawberries and Champagne who created the most beautiful Christmas theme wedding.
The couple exchanged their vows in the middle of a snowed forest surrounded by endless showers of fairy lights.
If you're not having a white Christmas in your country, then bring the snow into your wedding wherever you are! You can now find some fake snow looks exactly like snow.
Consider looking for eco-friendly snow confetti as well, read: 12 Ideas for a Green and Eco-Friendly Wedding
Christmas-Inspired Seating Area for The Happy Couple
Whether you are planning on having a traditional kosha or a sweetheart table for you and your groom to sit at, why not have this area decorated to compliment your Christmas-inspired wedding?
Think of adding velvet, pinecones, lovely red blooms, and candles; you can add so many different details to make it festive. Consider draping lush evergreen garlands behind the seating area, incorporating fairy lights for a soft winter glow, or adding touches of gold to bring a luxurious holiday feel. Layering textures like faux fur throws or velvet cushions will make the space feel warm, cozy, and perfectly in tune with the Christmas theme.
Christmas Napkin Holders
Christmas-inspired napkins or napkin holders will add a major festive touch to your wedding tables. This is a simple way to add a unique touch to your tables.
Choose napkins in deep red, soft ivory, or velvet textures, and pair them with napkin rings featuring snowflakes, berries, or mini wreaths for an instant Christmas vibe. Even subtle details, like tying each napkin with a thin ribbon or adding a small sprig of pine, can transform your place settings into beautifully curated holiday accents that tie your entire tablescape together.
For more lovely ideas on napkin holders for your wedding click here!
Christmas Wedding Centerpieces
When it comes to Christmas wedding decorations, the best way to include Christmas details is in your wedding centerpieces.
Consider adding Christmas ornaments, pinecones, or mini Christmas trees to your wedding tables.
You can also incorporate candles wrapped in greenery, frosted branches, or velvet ribbons to bring warmth and texture to the setup. For a more luxurious feel, mix metallic elements like gold chargers or silver candle holders with soft winter florals. These small yet thoughtful additions instantly transform your reception tables into a magical Christmas scene without overwhelming your overall wedding aesthetic.
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Christmas Wedding Arch
A Christmas wedding arch serves as a picturesque and enchanting focal point, adding a touch of festive magic to the ceremony.
Adorned with seasonal elements, such as lush evergreen foliage, twinkling fairy lights, and cascading ribbons in traditional red and green hues, the arch becomes a symbol of love amidst the holiday cheer. Poinsettias, holly branches, and frosted pinecones can be intricately woven into the design, creating a visually stunning backdrop for exchanging vows.
There are many Christmas wedding arch ideas; consider incorporating elements like rustic wooden accents or shimmering metallic finishes to enhance the winter wonderland ambiance.
Whether set against a snowy landscape or within a cozy indoor venue, a Christmas wedding arch becomes a symbol of the couple's commitment, blending the warmth of their love with the joy of the holiday season. From classic elegance to whimsical charm, the possibilities for Christmas wedding arch ideas are as vast and enchanting as the spirit of the season itself.
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Christmas Colors: Red and White
A red and white Christmas wedding carries the kind of warmth that feels like stepping into a festive fairytale.
Pairing deep crimson or cherry red with clean white often creates a balanced look that is both classic and dramatic, while adding touches like candlelight, mixed florals, soft drapery, or metallic accents can beautifully elevate the ambiance.
When the festive spirit of Christmas meets the timeless romance of a wedding, a red-and-white theme turns ordinary vows into a winter fairytale. As showcased in an enchanting red and white wedding in Amman, planned by Lina Dakkak for a couple at the Four Seasons, white-draped tables, crisp snowy drapes, and white-decorated trees adorned with oversized red bows set the stage for a stunning holiday-themed wedding. The flourish of rich red, from floral arrangements to shimmering ribbons and bold table accents, against a backdrop of pure white evokes both warmth and elegance, capturing the festive magic of Christmas without overwhelming the romance of the day.
