Christmas or Hanukkah wedding? Ideas for fun, flavor, and beauty!
‘Tis the season for some of my all-time favorite color schemes and decorations.
So let’s dig into it.
Whether you celebrate these holidays because you’re a person of faith or you are not, you might be looking for a little inspiration.
FYI: Some of these ideas will be less expensive than others. Some of them might not be doable in all-inclusive venues or with certain vendors.
Fun ideas:
White elephant party
Spot the elf on the shelf prize
Name that Song/Artist trivia (best for those who don’t mind cutting a little out of dancetime)
Best photobooth photo contest (can add themed elements!)
Ask your guests to leave a copy in your guest book, and announce the winner at the end. The winner gets a Christmas present!
Need a photobooth? K.S.Otter Events LLC offers a photobooth, and gives a $200 discount if you also get an event coordinating/planning package.
Flavorful ideas:
Have a dessert potluck – every group brings a family-favorite dessert
Best to leave out take-home boxes for this too!
Save money on that dessert table!
Rosemary fronds look like trees when they’re sitting in champagne flutes!
Caprese salad for those festive colors
Gingerbread house (elaborate or child-made, a lovely addition)
Gingerbread cookies of the newlyweds (lovebirds are cute!)
Hot chocolate station
Eggnog (with and without rum)
Decorative & Dressy ideas:
Red wedding dress (you can get away with it in December! It’s gorgeous paired with white flowers)
Matching plaid tuxedos for the groomsmen
Embroidered veils (get through Etsy for a better deal)
Maybe you know someone who is great at embroidery or perhaps you’ve seen something on Etsy, but this is a very cool idea!
Embroidered along the edge with white detailing (classic) with Christmas/Hanukkah ideas, like stars, doves, reindeer, trees, mangers, or snowflakes
Add in a pop of color or shimmery thread with details that are blue (for Hanukkah) or red, gold, and green (for Christmas).
Pre-made faux flower arrangements
Be it silk, foam, or wood, there are some absolutely beautiful faux flower arrangements out there that reduce floral costs.
A few gorgeous examples I found are from Ling’s Moments or Sola Wood (not sponsored)
Fairy lights everywhere!
Evergreen and pine cone décor.
Glass ornament centerpieces (bonus: you can reuse these on your own tree every year or give them as a gift to your guests)
The list could go on and on!
But I gotta catch my next sleigh ride to the nearest grocery store for some hot cocoa mix.
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and warmest wishes to all those who celebrate a holiday this season!
Much love,
Katie Sautter
