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Cozy Details to Keep Guests Warm at Your Winter Wedding

Winter weddings bring chills! Here's how you can keep the guests warm at your winter wedding! Read our blog for some winter wedding inspo!

Winter weddings bring chills! Here's how you can keep the guests warm at your winter wedding! Read our blog for some winter wedding inspo!

 

Winter weddings have done it again! From cozy décor, hearty meals, and breathtaking backdrops to giving out cozy blankets as party favors and unique dessert table ideas, we love everything that couples are doing to transform their winter wedding into a snowy wonderland. Apart from the blustery weather leaving a bright rosy glow to the newlyweds’ cheeks, wintertime weddings can be utterly magical and romantic, giving a warm sense of togetherness among all the visiting guests. It is this time of the year that provides snowy wedding photo ops and furnishes an enchanting atmosphere that comes together to make a wedding unforgettable. If the roaring log fires,  long-sleeve wedding dresses, holiday wedding details, and the luxe velvety fabrics aren’t and not to scream aesthetically cozy winter wedding details, we also have certain plans and come up with cozy details to keep wedding guests warm.

 

The unplanned snowfall and the festive wedding breakfasts make winter weddings the coziest affairs ever! There are so many winter wedding destinations in the USA that can be perfect for incorporating all your celestial wedding ideas that can look straight from a storybook set amidst winter woods. You can start off your winter wedding planning by choosing one of the best winter wedding locations in the US or even choose your local public park for hosting a winter garden party and transform it into a magical winter-themed fête with your own Pinterest worthy wedding details. In case the weather outside turns downright frightful, there are many creative ways to keep your wedding guests warm during the wedding celebrations. If you are wondering how to keep warm at an outdoor wedding, one of the best ways is to give out luxe favors to your loved ones as thank you gifts that can keep them warm and remember your wedding day fondly for years to come.

 

Here are our favorite winter wedding favors to appreciate wedding guests:

 

Cozy and comfortable blankets 

If you’re having an outdoor ceremony, offer your guests cozy blanket wedding favors so they can stay warm and comfortable during your vows. Offer throw blankets for your guest to use during the wedding celebration in outdoor spaces. If you’re hosting your wedding in wide-open wedding spaces like cideries, breweries, and distilleries during the cold season, the chances are it will be freezing cold outside during your ceremony. So if you offer cozy and comfortable throw blankets to your wedding guests, they will love to curl up under the soft and fluffy fabrics and watch you exchange your wedding vows and take these fluffy goodies home as wedding favors.

 

Knitted or woven gifts

Handwoven gifts will add softness and textures to your overall winter wedding décor aesthetics. Wedding favors like wraps and warm shawls are great to keep your friends and family toasty warm on your wedding day. Gifting wraps or shawls to your guests during winter weddings as keepsakes can be meant to keep warm in the cold weather and turn it into a cozy favor. You can also take it a step ahead and give them personalized wedding favors that will remind them of your special day.

 

Christmas themed favors 

In the case of a destination winter wedding, there are many winter wedding locations around the world to take your pick. A strong nod to the holiday season and festive cheer, Christmas-themed wedding favors add to the wintry spirits of your winter wedding. You can be the Santa at your wedding and hand out small handmade bags and rubber-stamp with “naughty” or “nice” to guests and fill up the former ones with coal-shaped sweet edibles and the latter with peppermint sticks and peppermint-chocolate bark. These holiday-themed wedding favors can also range from chocolate-covered pretzel sticks and warm handheld warm apple pie favors to bell-themed favors for combining Christmas and wedding bells.

 

Comfortable slippers 

Is there any other warm feeling than slipping into a pair of warm and fluffy slippers on a cold winter day? One of our favorite warm winter wedding ideas when it comes to choosing wedding favors is to hand out soft and comfortable slippers to your guests at the end of a long day, especially after winter wonderland weddings. Gifting cozy and comfortable slippers can be a great idea for thanking your guest and can also be a thoughtful winter wedding favor.

 

Give hand warmers and socks 

Your guests might don a jacket or shawl but you never know when someone misplaces their gloves. Just like comfortable and fuzzy slippers, hand warmers and socks can be very thoughtful wedding favors for winter celebrations. Keeping in mind the cold winter nights, your friends and family can put them on during the celebration if they get cold and also take them home for future use. Gifting hand warmers and socks as part of your unique winter wedding ideas is a great way to spread warmth during the chilly winter season. Hand warmers and socks will come in handy all throughout winter. Wonderful hand warmers will definitely make sure that their hands are warm the entire time. This useful winter wedding favor is something your guests will be grateful for and use in the coming days of the winter season. You can always put your creative cap on and wrap some premium quality warmers in festive fabric and attach a cute, personalized note to turn them into beautiful details that can transform your wedding.

 

Candle wedding favors 

Candles and winter weddings go hand in hand. Apart from being a significant part of winter wedding decoration ideas, candles are a staple of the chilly season. For all the lovers of cozy and warm wedding details, hand out candles as modern wedding favors for your winter celebrations. Adorn pine cone scented soy candles with beautifully crafted holiday tags and personalized messages or pair spicy and warm scented candles with personalized matchbooks for a little extra flair so that your guests go home feeling cozy and loved. You can also paint the candles and celebrate your choice of winter wedding colors or add richly brewed coffee fragrance as your way to host a Parisian-themed wedding that looks and smells straight out of a French storybook.

 

Chocolate baskets 

Edible wedding favors can be really great for winter wonderland wedding reception ideas. You can never go wrong with chocolate baskets! Apart from being great for your winter wedding decorations, arranging assorted chocolate baskets by setting up a gorgeous chocolate station can be a glamorous wedding idea and make for a yummy gift treat. Just like winter brings a festive share, chocolate baskets can be a trip down the nostalgic lane as everyone loves to indulge in cocoa and mocha. They are absolutely lovely wintery flavors and can be gifted as wedding favors to your guests.

 

Hot chocolate spoons 

The way to the heart is through the stomach. Or at least that’s what they say! Another edible wedding thank you gift idea that can look great on your winter wedding table decorations are hot chocolate spoons. Your guests will love a warm mug of hot chocolate when they first arrive at your venue or during the post-ceremony reception. You can add dark rum and honey if you want to serve an alcoholic version. It will not only be a great winter wedding favor idea, but the smell of hot cocoa can scentscape your wedding with its dark and rich smell!

 

Firestarters

Apart from being elegant wedding favors, candles shaped like pine cones and adorable pinecone firestarter wedding favors can feel as if you are giving your guests a cozy night by the roaring fireplace. For an additional feel-good factor choose the best one out of wedding venues with fireplaces! You can wrap up the ornaments with chevron paper, twine, and a piece of pine for this wedding. Gather some pine cones and wax, and create your own DIY wedding favor by packing these ensembles with personalized tags and satin ribbons. Your guests can light the wicks and relax by the warm and cozy fire on a chilly night of winter and remember your wedding day fondly days or even years later.

 

Mini boozy treats 

Winter weddings can be the perfect excuse to have brandy, rum, and whisky on your cocktail menu without getting smirked! Also, a steaming glass of spiced mulled wine is the perfect way to keep your wedding guests warm at a winter wedding. And this way mini alcohol treats serve as a great winter wedding favor option. Since alcohol can warm your guests and let them slip into ease, handing out mini boozy treats can make sure that they are comfortable and warm even after they leave the party with warm portable drink options. You can go overboard and create an over-the-top wedding idea by incorporating custom packaging and adding your own personal touch to the wedding thank you gifts.

 

Seasonal lip balms 

Your guests are going to love lip balms and they’d be sure to take one for the entire day! Winters can dry lips and leave them chapped which can ruin a long prepared wedding look. Giving out lip balms on winter weddings can keep your guests’ lips hydrated and plump. You can try out different flavors to choose from and pick out your favorite winter flavors like peppermint or chocolate, or even present an assortment of options for your guests to pick at your wedding.

 

Tea or coffee blends 

At the end of a late winter wedding, your friends and family will love thoughtfully prepared packages of tea and coffee blends, especially after a night full of wild partying! Since the world is divided between coffee and tea lovers and winters are for both you can make the tea and coffee drinking experience a little better by giving out small customized tea and coffee blends as winter wedding favors. Coffee and tea in goodie bags are simple winter wedding favors that your guests are going to appreciate the morning after your late-night reception as there is nothing like a soothing cup of warm beverage on a cold day!

 

Personalized gifts for your wedding party

 

Personalized wedding favors go a long way to say that you care, especially to your wedding party who has been holding down the fort for you two since day one! Personalized winter wedding favors can express the gratitude and love you have for them. For instance, gifting personalized alcohol flasks to your groomsmen with their initials on them and cute personalized flasks adorned with the names of your bridesmaids can be the perfect pampering gifts for your wedding parties on both sides. Similarly, you can also gift coffee mugs with personalized details like name tags or engraved initials as a welcoming touch at your wedding and let each guest grab a mug of coffee and take home a special wedding favor mug for many years of coffee enjoyment. A wind stopper is another super useful winter wedding favor that can be personalized and can surprise your wedding party, especially in a typical winter style like a snowflake or antler design.

 

Winter wedding favors are the perfect way to express your gratitude and appreciation for everyone visiting your big day and make it even more special with their warm presence. These thoughtful wedding gifts can be the perfect addition to all kinds of winter wonderland wedding venues. Moreover, to keep your guests warm and comfortable during your cold-weather celebration, stock up your wedding venue with blankets, wraps, mittens, or scarves that guests can use during the party and take home at the end of the night. Make sure to warm up the indoor spaces of your wedding venue and limit outdoor celebration time. This however means that you can always get married in a snowy backdrop, but move the celebration indoors for the rest of the evening once the ceremony is over.

 

Serve piping hot drinks and beverages like mulled wine, hot chocolate, or warm apple cider, as part of your outdoor winter wedding ideas to combat the freezing temperatures. Also, there are many winter wedding venues that come with roaring indoor fireplaces! These winter wedding venues can be perfect to create a cozy lodge atmosphere with lighting fire flames during your winter wedding reception.

Insta Inspired: Wedding Accounts We are Currently Coveting!

smiling bride in an off-shoulder wedding dress holding a white rose bouquet

smiling bride in an off-shoulder wedding dress holding a white rose bouquet

Great ideas are born from inspiration. From great artists to well-renowned songwriters, everyone has a source of great inspiration to thank when it comes to creating their best works. Whether it is a beautiful flower, or whether it is a visit to the exotic lands far far away, you never truly know where inspiration will strike you from. Planning a wedding is no less than a work of art, as it involves several diverse elements coming together to create a beautiful picture. Brides have always reached out to sources of inspiration when it comes to making their wedding. However, the way of seeking and documenting these inspirations has started to look a lot different now. While it used to involve flipping through magazines and photographs and cutting out bits to create a mood board, now it involves creating Pinterest boards and following wedding-related Instagram accounts which make your heart lift. In this age of inspired living and digital consumption, there is an abundance of creative minds making awe-inspiring content out there, all a click away and available for your benefit at all times! Isn’t this a fascinating time that we live in? If you are newly engaged and are walking on the exciting journey of planning a wedding, from talking to wedding vendors to taste testing the menu, get comfy with Instagram and Pinterest, your best bets when it comes to inspiring content. From scrumptious cakes to flakey fabrics, you are in for a treat. Sit back, brew a cup of coffee and let’s scroll through it all! From cutesy details to the biggest trends, they have everything in here, and we bet you will go “aww” over every post!

 

@MoonCanyon

If perfect little bouquets are not quite your thing and you like your flowers a little wild and a lot untamed, this is the Instagram page that will have your heart. Kristen Caissie is a Los Angeles–based floral designer who creates stunning bouquets for blushing brides. Their Instagram account is a beautiful wedding inspiration feed which reminds you of wildflowers and bright sunny days, you are sure to find some gems of inspiration here. From delightful seasonal arrangements to artistic flat lays, you are in for a treat!

 

@bubblegumballoons

Balloons as wedding decor is not a new concept and are something that has been used for decades. However, their artistic flair and the dramatic installations will have you wooed and will want you to have pastel-hued balloons to be the main attraction on your wedding day. From perfectly matched balloons which pick up to the colors of your wedding flowers, to balloon arches that look like literary works of art, this is an Instagram page which will have you scrolling for hours in the end.

 

@budgetsavvybride

A well-known name when it comes to wedding planning, Budget Savvy Bride is all about maintaining that perfect budget while planning your special day. Whether you want to stick to a particular budget for your wedding day, or are looking for affordable alternatives for the popular options, this is the place where you should be heading to if you are a bride planning and penning it down to look for inspiration, whether it is cute stationery that you are hunting, or fun and easy DIY you are hoping for.

 

@JennaraeCakes

Swirly frostings and crumbly cookies, this Instagram page will surely make you a sugar high just by scrolling. From pastel-hued French macaroons and cupcakes to stunning wedding cakes, you are sure to find a lot of inspiration in here for your “sweet table”. Co-owned by Jenna Rae and Ashley Nicole, twin sisters, this is a corner of the internet where everything is sweet and pretty and delicious!

 

@MaggieAustinCake

Cakes that look like pieces of renaissance art, this is an account which will wow you with the insane creations which will trick your eyes! From delicate ruffles to strikingly realistic sugar flowers, Maggie Austin’s designs are genuine works of art, and are almost too good to eat! A cake designer and a sugar flower artist, every post is a treat to the eyes and will leave you feeling a certain type of way. A touch of vintage, etherealism, and romanticism borrowed from blooms, this is a lovely source of inspiration for your wedding cake!

 

@Reem_Acra

Purely fashion, and nothing else, this is the perfect place to be if you are looking for some amazing fashion inspiration. Reem Acre is a renowned international designer known for her breathtaking collections in Ready-to-Wear and Bridal. Your daily dose of stunning designs and sizzling glamor, this Instagram page will provide you fashion inspiration for beautiful silky wedding gowns, stunning accessories, and all things fabulous. With intricate details and rich hues, this is the place to find inspiration, when inspiration runs low.

 

@BowsandArrowsFlowers

Alicia and Adam Rico’s Bows and Arrows Flowers is a platform that creates gorgeous floral arrangements which are little undone, cascading bouquets, and awe-inspiring centerpieces that feel like they are from a different generation altogether. Creating a remarkable mix of blooms for every occasion, this is an Instagram page that will have you falling for flowers all over again. Their kaleidoscopic range of colors, delicate textures, and moody personalities will charm you all over again with a renewed sense of zest.

 

@KarenTranEvents

Karen Tran knows how to leave a lasting impression, and their Instagram page is surely a close reflection of that. From lush ceremony arches to gorgeous aisles, from tall centerpieces to stunning floral walls, this floral designer’s stunning floral displays will have you in awe. There is nothing ordinary or low-key about this page, and get ready to be struck by inspiration! PS, if you thought less was more, think again!

 

@brooklynbloomsnyc

Brooklyn Blooms, owned by LaParis Phillips, is an NYC-based floral studio that specializes in unparalleled and customized bouquets for celebrations of all types. An artistic designer with an eye for out-of-the-box creations, the Brooklyn Blooms will keep you scrolling for hours and inspire you with their bouquets, wreaths, table arrangements, and headpieces, leaving behind a lasting impression.

 

@nailfumi

If you are looking for bridal nail inspiration, you will be glad to stumble upon this stunning Instagram page. Explore nail inspiration which is equally individualistic, yet classy and glam, these chic nail art looks will wow you, whether or not you are a bride-to-be! Whether you are a girl with an edgy sense of style or someone who is inspired by art and is equipped with the latest ins and outs of nail trends, whether you are classy and understated or like all the attention, this account is sure to have something for every bride type!

 

@cygmakeup

Whether you are having a professional coming over to do your makeup or doing your wedding day makeup on your own, a little makeup inspiration never hurts! Check out Cassandra Garcia Makeup account for pretty examples and tutorials, whether you are hoping for a romantic makeup look or a dramatic one. There are so many looks to explore and so many trends to try, this makeup IG account will provide all the wedding makeup inspo a bride will ever need!

 

@ulyana.aster

A tousled updo or an intricate braid? There are so many wedding hairstyles to choose from, that finding the perfect hairstyle seems to be challenging. Let Ulyana Aste’s stunning Instagram account inspire you to create amazing hairstyles for your special day or something to ask your local hairdresser to recreate. Fashionably undone and alluringly classy, this Instagram account will provide all the hair inspiration that one could need, and a bride in the making can sure benefit from this IG account.

 

@onefinedaybridalmarket

A wedding marketplace for designers and buyers to come together, One Fine Day Bridal Market is a one-stop-shop for all things wedding! Their Instagram page is an inspiring corner in the web, with enough revolutionary bridal content, to help a bride planning her wedding in the most perfect way. If you are looking for the perfect white dress to say “I do” in, head over here, and you will see a plethora of options to choose from.

 

@brides

Endlessly inspiring and always up-to-date on wedding trends, vendors, and more, Brides is an Instagram account for all brides to feel welcome and get spoilt for choices. From flower inspiration to table settings, to pretty poofy dresses to wedding theme ideas, this is a place to absorb and take inspiration from and you will surely find a gem or two here which is sure to make its way to your wedding day!

 

@david_stark_design

David Stark is a person behind the design and production of a full-service event design, planning, and production company that elevates ordinary events to extraordinary. While David Stark and his skilled team formulate beautiful large-scale events of every variety, Stark himself is a creative artist and his Instagram page is full of his own creations and images which incited him. A stunning account filled with art, color, inspiration, and promise of something brewing that will wow the spectators, this is a delightful place to find a change in perspective.

 

@rusticweddingchic

If you have a specific type of wedding in mind, the one that includes rustic wooden accents and warm lighting rather than glimmering chandeliers and tall elegant centerpieces, this is just the place for you to be exploring. If you are a girl with her heart in dirt and in nature’s splendor, this page features stunning barn weddings with quaint twists that will leave you smiling ear-to-ear!

 

@bydamistudiosnyc

This New York City-based design studio concentrates on luxury custom invitations, stationery, and gifts. This Instagram page is filled with colorful and delicately curated merchandise shots to inspire your invitation choices and more. If you are a fan of papers and stationery and getting the perfect wedding invites out is something that you are passionate about, this is just the place you need to be at.

 

@aislesociety

Like a candy factory for a kid, this IG account is a dreamland for a bride-to-be! From daily wedding inspiration to intricate ideas that are feminine and regal, Aisle Society is a place that will provide it all. Vintage regality mixes flawlessly with modern-day glam to create inspiring ideas that will take you by surprise and excite you! Reminiscent of a different time, yet delightfully current, Aisle Society is the kind of platform that will leave a massive impact!

 

@thevenuereport

It is no surprise that the perfect venue makes all the difference, and this IG account will give you a glimpse of some of the most stunning wedding venues out there. If you are looking for a ceremony or reception location, follow this account to get to know what a particular venue truly looks like, when it is all dressed up and made pretty! Featuring some of the most gorgeous wedding venues worldwide, this account is sure to leave you feeling inspired and full of ideas!

 

@detailsdarling

An endless pool of inspiration when it comes to wedding inspiration, Details Darling is aptly named to showcase all the big little details that go to a wedding, and how those details matter is everything! It is an unmatched source for little intentions to infuse character into your wedding day, be it calligraphy, artistic installations, something small as personalized cake toppers, or bridal party’s getting-ready ensembles. With its inexhaustible supply of inspirations, a bride-to-be is sure to be benefited from this amazing account.

Considering that this is an event which you will look back at forever and will celebrate among friends and family for years to come, a wedding is a very special event. There is a lot of research that goes into planning and executing a wedding, and scrolling through Instagram, taking notes from your favorite wedding accounts is nothing less than research, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise! While inspiration doesn’t have to be a direct representation of something, it can lead to similarly inspired or even better versions of the said inspiration, which is truly amazing when we think about it. It is fascinating to think that you never truly know how inspiration will result in. So it is important to keep in mind that while inspiration is a spark behind creativity, it is up to you what you make of the said spark, and where your special brand creativity takes it.

Out-of-the-Box Engagement Party Ideas and Inspirations

couple and bridal party holding white wine glasses

couple and bridal party holding white wine glasses

Sharing a monumental instance in your life with your close ones makes it all the more special. Studies show that having close connections not only makes you happier, but it also helps you to live a longer, happier, and more fulfilling life. Your inner circle of family and friends has witnessed all the highs and lows of your life and with such a high waltzing into your life, it’s only fair to have the close ones nearby to celebrate this day with the glory that this day calls for. While you can have a cozy intimate setting and celebrate your special day with a simple dinner, there are several other ways you can make your engagement party a raging success- the kind that people will not forget!

•  Beach Party: What can be more perfect than the slated golden hour reflecting off the sea while your close friend and family meet up for a sunset bonfire on the beach. Add in s’mores opportunities in good measure, beach games, and some fancy tropical drinks. You can add in some live acoustic music to the music for the perfect bonfire vibes. Soak in the golden sun as you retell your compelling proposal story. As the sun goes down, let the sun pop up with the brightest of pinks and orange, as the bonfire takes the fire and cast an iridescent glow on everyone. This will be one engagement party that will forever be etched on your guests’ minds.

•  Idyllic Train Ride: How about taking your friends and family on a fun whimsical ride? Imagine having your close ones on a short train ride through the countryside. Imagine an idyllic winding track through the rolling hills as you sit up cozy with your close ones, toasting your engagement. Fancy it up by bringing in the luxury appetizers. Do a bit of research and find yourself the perfect route and best novelty train to suit your purpose.

•  Give Back: When all the joys of the world seem within your arms reach, the best thing you can do is give back! Not only is it in the lines of gratitude and sharing the joy, but it is also environmentally friendly when you are giving back to the planet. Think along the lines of ethically sourced food and decor done by local artisans. Give of scratch-off cards that donate to a charity or potted plants. Your heart will be full and happy by the end of the evening.

•  Put Your Mask On: Leave the low-key for the novices and go for full-on drama! Infuse mystery into your engagement party by going for an elaborate, elegant masquerade ball in celebration of your engagement. Have your guests dressed to the max and be adorned with elaborate masks. The drama can also set the perfect mood for getting your ‘Save Your Dates’ clips shot by our engagement videographers. Win-win!

•  Scavenger Hunt: Infuse fun into your engagement party by arranging a well-planned out scavenger hunt. This is the perfect way to get everybody in an interactive and spirited state of mind. Design a string of clues that will lead your guests from one relationship milestone of yours to another, with the final clue declaring your engagement. This will not get your friends and family in a competitive spirit and will have your guests talking for ages.

•  Sail On: If you want to turn it on and do things the perfect way, with a luxurious undercurrent, invite your friends and family for a leisurely sunset sail. Imagine endless blue water, the sun on your shoulder as you all toast to your engagement. The atmosphere is intimate and relaxed and the pressure is off. Hire a reputed caterer to keep the savories and bubbly, while you lay back and take the sun and the setting in.

The idea is to ensure that the guests present are the people who really have your best interest in their hearts. And as the day comes to an end, you feel like you have celebrated with people who truly care. And when they drive back home, there is a smile on their faces, matching the one in your face as you wrap the day up! There are so many engagement party ideas out there for you to get inspiration from.

Ways to Spread the Love After You Say ‘Yes’!

Couple kissing while being surrounded by foliage

Couple kissing while being surrounded by foliage

The man who has your heart got down on his knee and asked you the question! Both of you said yes to being a plus one forever, saving each other a seat at every table, laughing at the same stories, and making new ones along the way.

 

It is surely an epiphany in itself, realizing you want to share your life with someone, and some would say it is a more monumental event than the wedding itself, and we would agree! Since you have made this sliding door decision of your life, there are many things you can do to celebrate your relationship away from the crowd before the wedding activities take over.

 

This is the ‘calm before the storm’, so enjoy it and make it perfect so you always look back at it with fond memories for years to come.

 

•  Revisit and Relive: Take a winding trip down the memory lane with your fiance and acknowledge and revel on how far you have come.  You can do an exclusive version of your first date together by booking the entire place for the evening and recreating the magic. Order the same dishes, wine, and dessert as you did on your first day and we guarantee you will feel the butterflies again. Add in some celebratory bubbly and voila! What better way to celebrate the day than going full circle?

•  Spa Date: The next few months will be nothing short of crazy, so take this opportunity to slot in a spa date with your man into your planner. Book a luxurious day in the spa and head out with your fiance for a relaxing couple’s massage to melt all the chaos away.  It will not only act as a pause button and let you soak in the peacefulness before the wedding planning starts but will also let you soak into each other’s exclusive presence. Add in a facial or a manicure to complete the spa session, sit back, sip your champagne and relax!

•  Just-engaged Session: While that just-engaged glow is still working for you, get some pictures clicked with your fiance. Whether you want to take tons of adorable selfies, or go all out with a professional photographer, make sure you capture the spark in your eyes forever in photo squares. Bonus: Not only do these pictures make an adorable keepsake, but they will also be charming engagement announcements or save-the-dates.

•  Take a Trip Together: Escape the world for a few days and bask in that new tingling feeling of being just engaged. Fly to a beachy location on the other side of the world or check in to a luxury hotel in the same city for a stay-cation- whatever your and your fiance’s schedule allow. You can also rent a yacht and sail through the water and soak in some sun while you unwind. Sneak in some quality time before the mayhem of wedding planning sets in. Also, it is an apt way of sealing the deal and getting a tiny taste of the honeymoon ahead!

•  Host a Soiree: Happiness multiplies when shared with people who have nothing but good vibes for you. Have some of your closest people over and celebrate this momentous event with some exquisite champagne and finest of delicacies. Ensure this soiree has just the choicest of your inner circle, soak in the happy feeling of being around the people you cherish before you make a formal announcement!

 

Your day of engagement is one to be forever marked on the calendar and will hold special significance for years to come. Take time to breathe in, soak in the happiness, and stretch out that post-engagement bliss a little longer. We dare you to indulge a little before you declare your news. Enjoy before wedding preparations unfold!

Why is Investing in a Wedding Video Worth it?

Newly married couple kissing during wedding photoshoot

Newly married couple kissing during wedding photoshoot

A wedding day is potentially the most anticipated day of one’s life. It is a social declaration in front of everyone you hold close in your life, that you and your spouse are each other’s ride or dies, for as long as ‘forever’ lasts. It is a day you will want to live and relive for years to come! You will talk about this day whenever you make friends and are sitting together cozily, swapping stories. You will talk about this day when your grandkids are wrapped around your armchair, begging for the story to be retold for the umpteenth time. You will want to hold to those moments forever in your heart as your wrinkles grow deeper and the memories grow fainter.

 

And sometimes the photo squares in the album are not quite doing it, as they can only capture so much. However, a cinematic representation of the day went by can really transport you to the day, making it a memoir for you to revisit for decades to come. It can act as a time capsule, encapsulating your memories, your high points, and the cracking emotions in a perfect movie. It might cost you a little more to get a panoramic video made, but can you really put a price tag on memories? Let us go through some reasons why wedding videos are definitely a good investment:

 

•  Play-by-play of the day: As witnessed by many married couples, the wedding day goes by very fast. Most people say their wedding day is a giant blur of activities and they don’t remember what went on exactly. Having a dedicated video acting as a reference point and a play-by-play of how the day went is just about perfect. It reminds you of the trivial details of the day which will make you smile in years to come. Investing in a wedding videographer lets you relive your special day, even when your memory fails you.

•  People make a wedding: The guests of the wedding day are essentially the people who make the wedding a special event that it is. Seeing the friendly faces of your well-wishers will warm your heart and remind you how important these souls are in your life. As it is the close circle of people who make a wedding more special, having them forever captured in your wedding video will make you cherish them more.

•  The promise encrypted: While the wedding might have a lot of moments to cherish, the most monumental one has to be the ceremony. As the vows are shared between the couple and the promise of forever is exchanged, the video will capture the slighted detail of the ceremony in exquisite details.

•  Feel the feels: You are probably going to be moving through a wave of emotions on your wedding day, and what better way to capture that than to have it in a wedding video for years to come? Feel the jitters, the excitement, the love in your heart, and the thrill of the future ahead forever. You can add in your special touch to make your wedding video more representative of you. Many videographers have collections that you can choose from and personalize your wedding film accordingly

 

A wedding video is a ride back to the day it all happened, and it will forever be yours to revisit when you are feeling low, or reminiscent. There are so many talented wedding videographers out there who will weave your day in a perfect movie, give words so your feelings are articulated perfectly, and bring your day alive in vivid colors and elevated shots, as you and your partner star in your unique love story!

For the Indulgent Bride : Prep Yourself Luxuriously!

Bride getting ready for her wedding day

Bride getting ready for her wedding day

Hey gorgeous, a little birdie told us that you are all set to tie the knot! And we’re sure, with a constant glow on your face, everyone can sense your excitement. And now as you look forward to the happiest day of your life, we understand the butterflies and anxiety that come along with the excitement. It’s your best day and you want to look your most dazzling self.

 

The transformation and transition mostly do not happen overnight, they require weeks and months of dedication. There are certain things which can easily be done by yourself while there are those which require some indulging! Let’s take you through some of the basic as well as luxurious ways of self-care that comprise your wedding beauty timeline, which you can indulge in to achieve that flawless look for your big day.

 

Go Easy on the Stress

When to start – Day 1

First and foremost, the basics – try to keep the stress away. We know that a celebration this big brings with it so many things to sort, to think about and to take care of. We are sure you know that the effects of stress can become easily visible on your face like early wrinkles, dullness and much more. Apart from that, it can also cause various inflammatory conditions like eczema and keratosis. No point taking stress when you have such a great thing to look forward to.

 

Skin Care

When to start – 8 months prior

You can start with a skin-care regimen right from Day 1 of knowing about your wedding, but a minimum of eight months is a must. Schedule an appointment with your dermatologist and get talking about the skin-care regimen that should be followed to achieve that flawless dream look for your big day. For instance, in case you wish to get started on the miraculous retinoid, you would need at least four months (minimum!) to go through the process. You could even indulge in some derm-administered light peels or full-body microdermabrasion to have a jaw-droppingly smooth skin shown off slyly by your wedding dress.

 

Salicylic Acid Peel

When to start – 2 weeks prior

You read that right, this 30 percent beta hydroxy acid peel, when applied to your skin, clears your complexion, freeing it from all sorts of blackheads and whiteheads hidden under the skin. Since irritation or dryness might occur, it’s best to keep a gap of a minimum of two weeks between this procedure and your wedding day.

 

Hair Care

When to start – 8 months prior

Consider the basics like conditioning every time you shampoo, a thumb rule. If you wish to go for hair color, hair extensions or a keratin treatment, do it early on! It’ll give you ample time to analyze the effects of it. If you are in a mood for indulgence right before your wedding, go for a Frizz Tamer which is formaldehyde-free treatment to remove unwanted frizziness. The effect of it usually lasts until six months.

 

Refine your make-up

There are some things that you can totally count on, like Giorgio Armani’s Luminous Silk Foundation and Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipsticks, as they would never ever disappoint you. With various luxury brands, acing the cosmetic scene, give yourself ample time to try different brands to finalize the one that suits you for your big day.

 

Microblading

When to start – 3 months prior

Need to work on your eyebrows every time you go out? And getting even more worried as you are all set to shine on your special day? Then microblading is the right thing for you. In this treatment, your brow is enhanced and shaped with the help of a pen-blade, creating pigments under your skin. It should be started while you have two-to-three months’ time before your wedding. The effect lasts for about 18 to 30 months and the treatment is followed by touch-ups every six months or every year, depending on your skin type and preferred look.

 

For that flawless smile

When to start – 6 months prior

On your wedding day, we know you will be smiling all through and your smiling pictures and videos will be cherished forever. Well, there is so much you could do for achieving that flawless smile on your wedding day. For starters, you could visit a dentist for regular cleaning and x-rays. For your big day, you could even go for Veneers, which are placed over your teeth ensuring a million-dollar smile. The procedure should be done four weeks before your wedding day.

 

Kybella for a slimmer jawline

When to start – 1 month prior

If you want a slimmer jawline, you can go in for Kybella, a nonsurgical injectable technique that aims at reducing the fat beneath the chin. It requires around two to four monthly appointments and should be done at least one month prior to the wedding as it causes some amount of swelling which might take some time to subside.

 

Non-surgical temporary Nose-Job

When to start – 3 months prior

Yeah, we know we have just made the day for some of you! Introducing the Hyaluronic acid fillers like Voluma and Bellafill, which are god-sent for nasal imbalances. The result – a 15-minute non-surgical nose job, giving you a dream nose for your big day.

 

Go Sweat Free

When to start – 3 weeks prior

Not just your wedding but we have got you covered for your honeymoon as well! If you are worried about sweating on your wedding day or as you plan to travel around the globe on your honeymoon, give MiraDry a thought! This single session (non-surgical treatment) of one hour can permanently reduce underarm sweat and frees you of your unpleasant odor.

 

Tattoo-Eraser

When to start – 12 months prior

PicoWay laser wipes out tattoo pigments in four to eight sessions in one to two months, depending on your tattoo.

 

Décolletage Rejuvenation

When to start – 2 months prior

Worried about getting that perfect fit and look of your chest in your wedding gown? Go for a chest makeover with the Décolletage rejuvenation, in which fine lines and wrinkles on the chest are removed with the help of Botox and fractionated lasers. Psst, it can even do some magical makeover for your cleavage by sharpening it a bit!

 

Airsculpt

When to start – 6 months prior

This is a rather minimally invasive treatment to reduce excess fat from areas like abdomen, hips, armpits, and thighs. This should ideally be done before your first dress fitting to get a proper idea.

 

Sculpsure

When to start – 3 months prior

This treatment is to burn excess fat by hooking it up with a device that emits bursts of heat, targeting those fatty areas. The result is permanent and the fat is excreted by the body over a time of three months. One procedure takes an average of 25 minutes and can target multiple areas at once.

 

Cellfina

When to start – 6 months prior

This procedure consists of a one-time session of 45 minutes of cellulite smoothing. The effects last for around two years although you might initially experience some pain for a few days.

 

TempSure Envi

When to start – 2 months prior

Aimed at giving an instant lift to the neck or any other part which requires a lift. You would be required to take four sessions with a gap of three weeks each, with every session being of 20 minutes.

 

A Tailored Perfume for Your Big Day

When to start – 3 months prior

The ultimate indulgence – a fragrance in a gorgeous crystal carafe, an engraved flacon, six refill flacons, and two travel sprays – all in YOUR signature style. Luxury perfumer Kilian Hennessy’s effort of three months for making a fragrance that’s all you is indeed the ultimate indulgence! The process requires you to be presented with three samples for you to finalize ‘your scent’.

 

With so many options to give you that perfect body, look, and confidence for the happiest day of your life, we hope you keep in mind the basics of giving proper attention to yourself. And do not forget to stay away from booze and sugar for amazing results, but we guess you already knew that. Our wedding videography experts at byDesign Films truly believe in the ‘If you feel good, you look good’ philosophy, and your wedding day totally deserves to see your sass. For more wedding inspiration, check out the rest of our blog collection.

Advantages of Having Three Photographers On Your Wedding

The gold foil in your wedding invites will soon fade, the flowers will fall away and wither, and the fragrance in your dress will waft away to nothing. What will remain is the spouse you have chosen to share your life with and the memories. And what better way to explore those memories than to flip through some photographs or to watch your wedding film?

Opting for a good photographer and videographer is the best investment you can make in your wedding. When all is said and done, its the camera which holds the memories of the day forever. While having one good photographer to capture the day is great, having three photographers is thrice as good, and we come with reasons to back that statement too!

Capture Everything

You don’t have to worry about losing those precious moments of your special day. Having three photographers to back you up will ensure that every moment is captured and none of the moments have slipped away uncaptured. This means you can basically relive the entire day to its last finest details and not just the highlights of the day. More lenses, more to document, right?

Follow the Couple Separately

While one photographer is capturing the bride while she is getting ready, another one can be with the groom and document his side of the story. The third photographer can capture the guest pouring in or the ceremony. Having different photographers gives the wedding a 360-degree coverage, letting the photographers capture multiple locations at the same time. This means important details like the groom’s reaction to the bride walking down the aisle, your little nephew dancing away alone, and the couple’s mothers’ exchanging a secret joke, everything is caught in the camera.

Explore Different Angles

A single subject can look different from three different angles. While having three photographers at hand is incredibly handy, in terms of a wider range of coverage, photographers can also explore different angles of the same subject, giving it a more cinematic coverage. While one photographer can cover more traditional angles, there will still be room for the other photographers to explore a wider range of angles.

Mix Different Styles

No two artists are the same and the same can be said for their art. Having three different professional photographers means you get a healthy mix of different styles of photography backed with different lenses and filters. Not only it brings a sense of depth in the final photo or video album, but it also lets you have a variety of coverage, ensuring your final album is not one dimensional.

More Footage, More Creative Freedom: This holds true especially for wedding videography, as you never know what turns out to be important amidst all the footage which was captured. Having more footage captured surely can be more taxing to work through, but also gives the wedding videographer more creative freedom and expression to create a wedding film which they are proud of. There is no restriction as per what footage to pick and what not to- as they would potentially have more than enough.

Having multiple lenses at your disposal, especially when it comes to important days in your life like your wedding day, is the best thing you can ask for. It means more coverage, more angles, more creativity, and hence, a truly cinematic representation of your wedding. What more can you ask for? Convinced? We rest our case!

Staying Connected While Wedding Planning

So you just got engaged and your mind and home are in a flurry of activities. You find yourself swept away by the wave of congratulations, soon accompanied by unsolicited advice,  expectations, and options which demand your immediate decision-making attention. You are soon spread thin amidst the pressure to plan the ‘perfect wedding’, the race to hunt down the best of vendors and making 167 decisions a day, be it flowers, napkin designs, silverware, and more. Result? Frayed nerves and snappy quips between you and your partner!

Abort mission and sit down and take a deep breath! Wedding planning is supposed to be fun, remember? If it is threatening to weight down on your nerves and test your relationship, maybe you are doing something wrong. Retract and analyze and reframe. You got this!

Here we have some more advice (unsolicited, but hear us out!) which will help you glide through your wedding planning activities gracefully while you are still connected to your special one! You can thank us later!

Shared Vision: Before you haul yourself right into the wedding planning activities, sit down with your partner, and talk. How important is the wedding party for you? How involved are you going to be? Do you want a church wedding or a destination wedding? What is the vision for each of you and is there any way to meet in the middle? Talking will leave no room for discrepancies later on, which means no ugly surprises. Starting from that shared vision will set you off to a good start, so we can’t stress on this enough.

Equal Involvement: While it seems more often, that the brides take control of most wedding-related decisions, it is a good idea to ask the groom (or the other partner) for inputs too. A wedding is a collaborative occasion and should depict both parties equally. While chances are that one partner might want to take the backseat and let the other drive most of the decisions, popping in for preferences and opinions every now and then is healthy, so that the least involved party doesn’t feel like they are being overridden and their opinions don’t matter.

Go on Dates: Don’t let everything about your relation be just about the wedding. Keep your dating routine unaffected by the wedding preparations. Every now and then, go out on a date and just enjoy each other’s company and keep the wedding talk away. Continue investing in your relationship and don’t lose sight of what matters. Putting the rest of your life in a pause just because of the wedding might take a toll on your relationship. Keep all ‘wedding talk’ on mute on your dates and just relax!

Perfection is a Myth: Don’t expect perfection because you will be disappointed. Something will go wrong, and you will break down, and trust us, we are not coming from a mean place here. With so many things to be done, its only math is that things will not be perfect. Be flexible and remind yourself constantly that it is okay if things fall short or don’t go as planned. Expect problems and have plan B. Be flexible and figure something out. People will not notice, whether the shade of blue matches perfectly or not but they will certainly notice, thanks to wedding photography and wedding videography, the frayed nerves on the wedding day.

Delegate, Delegate, Delegate: Don’t insist on doing everything on your own. Delegate your bridesmaid, your family members, and friends and they will be happy to help. But holding yourself accountable for a million different things will not only ensure you let a ball slip but might also lead to a very stressed you, which will reflect wrongly on your relationship with your partner. Hire a wedding planner if you have to. Call up your best friend. Ask your partner’s help. Just, don’t do everything on your own.

The wedding day is important and might be the most magical day of your life. But its the marriage which should be the prime focus. A gentle reminder: the wedding is just the celebration of your love while the marriage is for the long haul. We know things can get blurry in the light of wedding planning and a simple decision like the choice of silverware might seem like life or death. But it’s not! So eyes on the prize, people. All that matters is each other. So hold on to each other and this too shall pass.

Highlight Film Vs Insta Film: Made Easier by byDesign Films

The wedding trends all over the world have been taken over by social media. Weddings are not just about the ‘whats’ but also about the ‘hows’ nowadays. Wedding photography is on the verge of becoming passe as videography is gradually taking over the wedding circuit and how!

Wedding videos are of various types depending on their timing and relevance. As social media has deepened its claws over literally everything, it is inevitable for weddings to be spared. Boomerangs are a rage ever since they were introduced to the world. People do not shy away from capturing every little detail of their routine be it sharing the coffee you are sipping with your bae or enjoying a luxurious vacation at the Bahamas!

How can weddings not take any advantage of the social media revolution? From ‘save-the-date’ being announced on Insta story to engagement videos being put up as Highlights, it’s just the beginning. Wedding videography via aerial coverage is the latest trend to hit the wedding circuit. Well, filming weddings have been a thing for decades, however, the ever-evolving technology has taken it a notch higher.

Various new forms of videos are gaining strong popularity these days. The latest to join the bandwagon is the Highlight films and Insta films. Both are videos of a specific duration aimed at providing a gist of a wedding. They are videos that carry snippets from a wedding in case you haven’t noticed or heard about these, we’ll enlighten you. There are a couple of differences between a Highlight film and an Insta film. Let’s take a look at them.

Timing

Timing is one of the biggest differences between a Highlight film and an Insta film. While Insta films are restricted to 60 seconds or less, Highlight films can last up to 3 minutes. The crispness and shortness of Insta films are enough to create a buzz about the wedding. However, Highlight films carry more details and therefore, are meant to be for a longer duration.

Information

Given the nature and purpose of Insta films, they are required to carry minimal but gripping and most important information. Insta films include scenes that involve the family members of the bride and groom only. Other important people such as those behind bringing the couple together get space in an Insta film. On the other hand, Highlight films include a more elaborate glimpse of the wedding. They include scenes related to the venue, family, and relatives of the bride and groom and the story of their wedding.

Range of Popularity

Instagram scores all the way! Insta films have more reach than Highlight films as they can be shared easily and have a better chance to reach a widespread viewership. They can be easily be posted and viewed on Instagram, which is currently the most popular and widely used social media tool. Highlight films, on the other hand, can be shared via Vimeo and Youtube.

The word popular does not do justice to social media and its tools. And it is even better to know that a wedding can make perfect use of social media nowadays. You can increase the reach of your wedding by a strong margin by utilizing tools such as Insta films and Highlight films. Post it to your profile, share it with your friends and relatives or just cherish it for your lifetime, wedding videography is taking the wedding industry by a storm! For more wedding videography inspiration, check out the rest of our blog.

20 Amazing Grand Wedding Exit Ideas

Wedding exits are not the end of a celebration, instead, they are an entry into a new beginning. The beginning of a new life, hopes, more celebrations, and a lifetime of togetherness. Grand wedding exits mark the epic end of your singlehood and give a rocking start to your married life.

How about adding a unique spark to your exit? One that will be remembered for generations to come? That will be cherished by both of you for your entire life. There are various ways in which you can have the most swoon-worthy exit at your wedding. We have compiled a list of 20 unique grand exit ideas, so, read on and take your pick.

Sparkle On

This is one of the most popular ways to make an exit at a wedding. Apart from adding heaps of fun to the moment, it forms a great photo op for spectacular wedding photography. For the ‘grandest-of-grand’ exit, you could go for extra long sparklers as well.

Glow Sticks

If you are worried about your guests setting themselves on fire, then glow sticks are your next best bet. They not only add color to your exit but also make for gorgeous props for your exit photography.

Confetti

Every girl’s dream – to be showered with confetti. Well, almost everyone’s. Imagine the happiness it would add to an already existing happy moment of your wedding exit! The confetti shower makes you feel like a princess in every way.

Colored Smoke Bombs

Add a gorgeous dash of color to the wedding photography of your exit with the colorful smoke bombs. It has been proclaimed as the hottest wedding photo trend by the Huffington Post.

Bubbles

Since your fairytale deserves an equally whimsical ending, bubbles can be considered a perfect choice. Bubbles are so much fun for everyone, adults and kids alike. Also, the dreaminess they add to the photographs is the next level.

Flowers

Feel every bit of a king and queen with the shower of petals on you both as you make your exit. Our favorites are the rose petals, as they add glamor, whimsy, and fragrance to your exit.

Feathers

As elegant as it sounds, feathers look amazing swaying in the air. They add heaps of beauty to the wedding photos and look equally stylish as a wedding exit prop. You could choose between huge long feathers to be given to each guest individually or small little feathers to be tossed up in the air.

Sequins or Glitter

Glam up your exit with sequin or glitter throwing and see the magic it does to your wedding photography. Considering glitter is more difficult to clean, sequins are the best option to add not just a touch but lots of glamor to your exit.

Candlelight Romance

Nothing spells romance any better than candles. Hand your guests lit candles to show a dreamy way to your life ahead and make the most romantic exit. A candle exit is the ultimate romantic high that a wedding reception can get.

Balloons in the Air

Make your daytime exit merry and full of joy with the release of balloons in the air. It’s like the happiest ending to the ceremony and merriest beginning to what lies ahead. We love the fun element brought in by colorful balloons.

Utopian Laterns

Feel the utopia as sky lanterns go up in the air while you and your spouse make an exit. Sky lanterns are a treat to the eyes as they travel miles away in the air, as far as all the eyes can see. A bonus, it is a great option if you have plenty of kids at a wedding as they are left awestruck and thrilled!

Let the Bells Echo

Cowbells are another unique option to make an exit with. You can hand your guests cowbells and make a musical exit as they ring the little bells. The bells can also be personalized and gifted as a keepsake, always reminding your guests of your musical exit.

Butterfly Release

With all the anxiety before your wedding, after you both get married, the butterflies in your tummy are needed to let go of! How about literally releasing actual butterflies in the air? Witness that fairytale feeling come alive as you release umpteen butterflies in the air. Feel the fragility, magic, and dreaminess, all at once.

Bring On the Snow

Without caring much about whether, tossing snow in the air is a beautiful thing, whenever done. We mean artificial snow, of course. It’s also so much fun (think photos!). Snow tossing is one of the most unique ideas to have a wedding exit.

Tossing Leaves

Perfect for a fall wedding, your guests tossing leaves as you both make an exit is sheer beauty. The leaves add a wonderful story-telling effect to your wedding photography.

Adventurous Exit

If you want to have a rare kind of exit, there are so many ways to do so. Think sailboat, rowboat, paddleboat, surfboat, sled, or a snowboard. Many brides and grooms opt for these options also especially if it has some significance to their love story.

Fairytale Carriage

How about being a princess and being carried away from your singlehood by your prince charming? Get the absolute princess feeling in a carriage while making your wedding exit with your spouse.

Fireworks

Sureshot to have that ‘Whoa!’ effect on everybody, fireworks are the king of a grand glamorous exit. Imagine your wedding photography featuring you both driving away as fireworks light up the sky all around. Impressive? Exactly what we mean!

Ski Lift

In case you are getting married in the mountains, head up for a ski lift to make that perfect showstopper kinda wedding exit! We bet, you won’t regret the decision once you see your wedding videography – like you are in a bubble you’d never want to pop.

Helicopter

This final one is the answer to every question aimed at the grandest exit of all times. Get on the helipad and make the most dramatic wedding exit in a helicopter, leaving everyone awestruck. Into the sky, enjoying the views, this exit will give you one of the most memorable moments of your life.

The exits are special and should be celebrated in a grand way as they form the final moments of your singlehood. As you move towards your happiest change of life, it deserves every grand kind of celebration.