I wouldn't be honest if I didn't mention the fact that there can be problems with a winter wedding, but being realistic and prepared will help to relieve the stress and worries of "what if..."so here is my best advice for coping with all that can happen.
Weather is the single-most "predictable" and unavoidable force that can impact your wedding day. Airports close, flights are delayed or canceled and guests are stranded in parts unknown. There isn't anything you can do about the weather, but there are ways of protecting your investment so your day doesn't disappoint.
- Wedding insurance can be purchased for a small fee in the range of $300 to $500. If the wedding is postponed due to weather related incidents, all fees, deposits and expenses are reimbursed. WedSafe is just one of the companies that provides insurance for a variety of causes and worth so much more than the expense which is less than .01% of your entire budget.
- For guests who travel by plane, train or automobile suggest they arrive two to three days prior to the actual wedding day. This gives them a cushion in case of delays and if all goes well and there are no delays, who can argue about having a few extra days of vacation?
- Trip insurance is also a wise investment for those travelers. The policies are usually $15 to $30 depending on the details but covers canceled flights, canceled trips due to illness or accident, flight delays which result in missed flights among other things.
Remember to give your valet staff an extra tip, especially during frigid temps or heavy snow. At the very least, welcome them in and provide hot beverages to warm up. They'll go that extra mile if you show you care about them.
All your vendors should be on a carefully prepared timeline that takes into account weather and traffic delays. A little snow on your wedding day can be beautiful but it can also cause nightmarish traffic problems. Far better to have your vendors arrive early and sit than to be rushing in late and scrambling to catch-up.
Your flowers will not last long in sub-zero temperatures, so chose carefully when considering both your florist and the flowers. Some flowers like a poinsettia will turn black almost instantly if their petals get too cold. Confirm your floral selections are somewhat hardy and also confirm they will be transported to your ceremony and reception sites in heated delivery vans by experts who care about the finished product and not just delivery staff who have a drop-off to make and they don't care how they make it.
The flowers need to be protected as much as possible so as not to subject them to the bitter cold and they need to be moved swiftly into the venue. They cannot sit outside for more than a couple minutes without being severely affected by cold.
If the thought of outdoor photos appeals to you, be prepared - a strapless gown will look stunning with a mink stole or better yet full-length faux-fur. Beautiful opera length gloves will enhance the look but help a little to keep the nip off your fingers. For the groom, coordinate a scarf in your wedding colors and add a little style by getting him a Confirm your photographer has the right equipment to shoot outdoors in freezing temperatures and take frequent breaks to warm up.
I saved the best for last - hire the professional services of Fete Perfection to deal with the unexpected problems that can arise at any wedding but especially at winter weddings. Enjoy your day knowing your consultant is quietly working behind the scenes to make your wedding day the day you always dreamed of.
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