Winter weddings are magical. Regardless of whether you’ve picked a venue where it snows or your wedding day will simply be chilly, a winter wedding is perfect for couples who love this season. However, when looking through winter wedding dresses, you might be worried that you’ll have to cover up your dress with bulky clothing just to stay warm.

Don’t worry - you don’t have to sacrifice style for comfort. You can easily have both if you make the right choices and pick a dress style that’s suitable for a winter wedding.

Cold-Weather Bridal Styles To Consider For Your Wedding

One of the first things you should do is understand the expected weather and temperature of your wedding, based on the date and venue. Then, choose a wedding day outfit that will keep you warm and beautiful for your special day.

Along with winter wedding dress ideas, be sure you think about your surroundings as well. If you’re going to have an indoor wedding, then your venue may have heating and won’t be as cold as the outdoors, and you won’t have to worry about adding as much warmth to your outfit. If you’re planning an outdoor wedding, then you may have to consider warmer options.

High-Necklines And Covered Designs. Focus on wedding dresses that cover more skin, rather than leaving your skin bare. High-necklines and full-coverage dresses are naturally warmer than strapless or plunge-style dresses. Look for gowns with full backs or illusion mesh that will keep you warm without hiding away your beauty.

Long-Sleeve Bridal Gowns. Choose a dress that has long sleeves, instead of short or no sleeves. These add coverage, warmth and an ethereal sense of elegance. If your dress has short or no sleeves, then you could wear gloves instead.

Fabrics That Keep You Warm Without Adding Much Bulk. Fabrics like velvet and satin are great for warmer wedding dresses because they retain heat better than thinner, lighter fabrics. Their extra weight also gives them a luxurious drape, which is ideal for winter wedding dress ideas and formal occasions.

Layer With Jackets, Wraps And Capes. You can do more than choose different wedding day styles to add to your warmth; don’t forget about accessories and additional pieces of clothing. Bridal jackets, wraps and capes can complement your wedding dress while keeping you comfortable.

Look through bridal accessories and select options that will add warmth, like jackets and overskirts. If you’re a bride who has an edgier sense of style, then you can complement the timeless elegance of your wedding dress with a trendy leather jacket.

Skirt Styles That Trap Warmth. The air will be chilly, so you probably don’t want a wedding dress with a leg slit. Choose a dress that has a skirt style that more effectively traps warmth, like a ball gown wedding dress with structured layers and better insulation.

If your skirt style still isn’t warm enough for you, then you can wear thermal leggings underneath. They won’t be very visible, so you won’t have to worry about their appearance as much.

Warm, Closed-Toe Footwear. Choose warmer footwear, like boots or closed-toe shoes. This will keep your feet warm and prevent cold snow or debris from touching your skin - which is especially important if you plan on having an outdoor winter wedding.

Adding Comfort And Style With Accessories. Just like how you can stay warm with a jacket or cape, you can also add beauty and comfort with additional accessories. Gloves, tights, scarves and other additions will add practical warmth and beautiful personality. As always, make sure you think about both form and function when choosing your accessories - they should go well with your winter wedding dress, but they should also be comfortable.

Aside from warmth, metallic jewellery and crystal headpieces will evoke a sense of wintery magnificence.

Coordinate With Bridesmaids And Groomsmen. Of course, make sure everyone is comfortable. Coordinate with others involved in your wedding to ensure everyone will be warm on your wedding day, which will keep everyone comfortable and able to focus on the wedding rather than the weather.

For instance, if you choose a long-sleeve wedding dress, then your bridesmaids could also wear dresses with sleeves. You could also coordinate with jackets, shawls, etc.

Stay Comfortable And Confident With Winter Wedding Dresses In New Zealand

Explore our vast selection of NZ wedding dresses and find a gown that’s perfect for your winter wedding. If you’d like some help finding the right dress for you, then our team will be happy to work with you. Reach out online or on 09 623 1188 to get started.

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