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Winter Bridal Shower Outfit Ideas To Keep You Warm

October 1, 2022 | kailey

Your wedding day isn’t the only opportunity you have to rock an epic outfit during planning season. Don’t forget about your bridal shower—a chance to celebrate with your loved ones and an excuse to treat yourself to a new outfit. 

If you’re searching for the perfect winter bridal shower outfit, we’re here to help. We’ve compiled a few of our favorite styles and accessories to help you nail your look while staying warm. From long-sleeve dresses to jumpsuits, these outfit ideas will have you feeling like a million bucks. 

Before diving into our inspiration, here are a few tips:

  • You don’t have to wear white. Many choose to wear white at their bridal shower, but it’s your wedding and you can wear whatever makes you most comfortable
  • When shopping for your winter bridal shower outfit, warmth should be your number one priority (especially if it takes place outdoors)
  • Winter accessories—like scarves, hats, and jewelry—can double as functional and stylish additions to your outfit 

Winter Bridal Shower Outfit Ideas

Long Sleeve Dresses

Dresses are a popular bridal shower fashion choice in the spring. But, what about during the winter months? With an endless amount of winter-friendly options, a dress is still doable. You just have to know where to find them. Lucky for you, we do. We’ve hunted down these long-sleeve dresses that will keep you both cozy and trendy.

Jumpsuits

Whether you’re a lover of comfort or just looking for ways to make a statement, a jumpsuit is the way to go. Because of its versatility—with different colors, styles, and materials to choose from—this wedding trend has become increasingly popular for every wedding event. Not to mention that it’s also a warmer winter alternative to dresses. 

Image by Epic Love Story.

A Warm Customized Jacket 

One of the best parts of hosting a winter bridal party is the chance to dress up your look with cozy, customizable jackets. Jean jackets, leather jackets, blazers, and furry coats—the options are truly endless! 

Recommended Reading: Warm Up Your Wedding Look with These Cool Jackets

Layers, Layers, and More Layers 

Maybe dresses and jumpsuits aren’t your thing. Maybe you’re going the casual bridal shower route. Whatever it may be, you have plenty of options. An embellished blouse or sweater paired with warm pants and boots is the perfect layered choice for a casual celebration. You can stick with the white bridal theme or you can mix and match patterns and seasonal colors.

Cooler temperatures, jackets, and moody color palettes—these are just a few of the details that make winter weddings so special. If you and your partner are dreaming of a winter wonderland celebration unlike any other, you’re not alone. Kickstart your wedding planning by checking out these stunning and cozy winter wedding ideas.

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Italian Garden Party Meets Chic Modern Elopement

October 1, 2022 | justine

The pandemic changed the wedding world as we knew it, but many couples have embraced it and found the silver lining. For Maddy and Max, it meant having the opportunity to steer from tradition and focus on quality time and fabulous portraits. With that in mind, the couple skipped the big elaborate wedding in favor of an intimate multi-day affair. And even though they decided to forgo a wedding planner, they pulled off an unforgettable and chic modern elopement that was anything but cookie-cutter. 

Following an unconventional timeline, they kicked off the occasion with a garden party surrounded by their closest loved ones. They enjoyed an Italian meal at an intimate setting featuring a vibrant tablescape of lush summer florals, taper candles, and gilded accents. The next day, the pair headed downtown for a beautiful courthouse ceremony overlooking the San Diego Harbor. They ended their two day celebration with a bang, driving their vintage Cadillac to a rooftop garage for celebratory champagne and the most breathtaking sunset and city skyline portraits.  

Right off the bat, the pair put a unique spin on their wedding weekend. And despite it being a small and private celebration, it was definitely high on style. So scroll through and soak in every little detail. Junebug member Ash Gabes Photography was behind the camera to capture this chic modern elopement. 

The Couple:

Maddy and Max

The Wedding:

San Diego Courthouse, California, USA

Setting Priorities For Their Chic Modern Elopement

Before we planned anything, we picked the three important things to us—family, food, and fun. The most important thing for us was putting our family first. We wanted to ensure everyone from all over the United States, and Australia could make it safely. After we knew the family was taken care of, our next focus was our party. We hired a private chef who we created an Italian five-course menu with. We knew we’d be happy if our family was there and we ate good food. We also wanted it to be easy and comfortable for everyone, so we made choices that would make our lives easier on the day of, such as using a chauffeur instead of driving ourselves from location to location. And lastly, we chose vendors we trusted to do their own thing and gave them creative freedom. We’re proud that we planned this all by ourselves and could see our vision come to life.  

Driving Around The City In A Cadillac Convertible Was The Most Memorable Part

Driving around one of our favorite cities in a vintage convertible Cadillac with love songs playing right after our ceremony was one of the highlights of our wedding weekend. It felt so surreal that we kept having to squeeze each other’s hands. Some of our favorite photos are the selfies we took in the backseat with the cheesiest grins.

Cookie Giveaways Customized Into Their Favorite Things

We had custom cookies designed by Mel at Sorry Mom Bakery. I gasped when I saw them. We had submitted a few ideas along with our wedding stationery and let her do the rest. They were delicious and included some of the cities we lived in (San Diego, New Orleans, and Brisbane), our signature cocktails, and our dogs. I liked the idea of having an edible gift our family could enjoy immediately.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Ash Gabes Photo
Ceremony Venue – San Diego Courthouse
Floral Design – Golden Sol Floral Co
Makeup Artist – Kendal Lopez
Hair Styling – Kaelyn Christine
Wedding Dress – Lovely Bride
Groom’s Apparel – Indochino
Rentals – Hostess Haven + Adore Folklore + Signature Rentals

 

Congratulations to Maddy and Max on their Italian garden party meets chic modern elopement. And a special shoutout to Junebug member Ash Gabes Photography for capturing all the moments and details that made their celebration one for the books. To see more of her talent, be sure to check out her profile in our directory of photographers from around the world. 

Whether you go for a more traditional route, or want to add unconventional twists to your celebration, have a day that truly represents who you and your partner are. Not sure where to start? Check out our guide to spark inspiration!

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Winter Wedding Favors To Celebrate The Season

September 30, 2022 | riley

There’s nothing we love more than winter weddings here at Junebug. The cooler weather, the gorgeous snowy scenery, hot cocktails to keep you feeling warm and fuzzy–what’s more magical? Giving your guests favors to thank them for celebrating you isn’t a tradition we see going anywhere anytime soon. So if you’re having your own seasonal celebration and want to gift your friends and family something that fits your cold weather theme, you’re in luck. We’re rounding up some winter wedding favors that your guests will actually want to take home at the end of the night.

Winter Wedding Favors

1. Blankets

Image by Susie Kelly.

To ensure that your guests stay nice and toasty during your big day, pass out blankets. They’re the perfect favor to pass out before your ceremony–especially if it’s outdoors–so they can wrap up in it if they get a little chilly throughout the evening. And what’s cuter than a sign that says, “to have and to hold in case you get cold!”

Shop blankets: To Have and to Hold in Case You Get Cold Tags; Fleece Wedding Blanket; Personalized Wedding Pashmina; 100% Cotton Throw Blankets

2. Fuzzy Socks

Speaking of cozy favors, fuzzy socks are another great option. There’s nothing quite like kicking your feet up with a cup of hot chocolate when it’s too frigid to leave the house, after all. And with fuzzy socks, you can prevent your guests from getting cold feet too.

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3. Hot Chocolate

We’ve seen weddings have hot chocolate bars, but why not allow your guests to take some home with them? Pass out favors that include hot chocolate powder and marshmallows, so they can enjoy a cup of cocoa and be reminded of your special day.

Shop hot chocolate kits: Hot Chocolate Jar Favors; Hot Cocoa Personalized Wedding Pouches; Hot Chocolate Test Tube Favors; Love Is Sweet Hot Cocoa Dry Mix Favor

4. Candles

Image by Olivia & Dan

There is no such thing as too many candles, so give them the gift of another. One of the best parts of this favor is that there are so many different options out there–from tealight candles in mini tree trunks to classic candles in tins.

Shop Candles: Rustic Personalized Candle Favor; Handmade Soy Wax Candle Favors; Party Candle Favors; Gold Tin Candle Wedding Favors

5. Recovery Kit

If you’re hosting an NYE wedding or you know your wedding is sure to be quite the party that will leave your guests with a headache the next morning, offer them recovery kits complete with pain relievers, anti-acids, lip balm, gym, etc. Your guests will appreciate the thoughtful touch when they’re struggling to get out of bed.

Shop Recovery Kits: Minimal Hangover Kit; Just In Case Hangover Kit Bags; In Sickness and In Health Wedding Recovery Kits; Recovery Kit Bag

6. Cookies

Image by Laura Zorman

We firmly believe that edible favors are some of the best options because who doesn’t love food? Whether you bake them yourself or hire a baker to create custom cookies for you, they’re an easy, affordable option that will be a hit with everyone. They also can act as a replacement for a wedding cake if you’re looking to save a little money in your budget.

7. Coffee To Go

Image by  Marcela Cerbón

If you and your significant other are big coffee lovers, give your guests a caffeine boost with coffee favors. This could look like bagged beans or a late-night coffee bar complete with different flavored syrups, Bailey’s, and Kahlua.

Shop Coffee: Coffee Favor Pouches; 100 PCs Coffee Favors; The Perfect Blend Coffee Wedding Favor Bag

8. Maple Syrup

Winter mornings are meant to be spent eating pancakes with a hot cup of Joe. To keep your guests thinking of you, treat your guests to maple syrup for their future delicious breakfasts. It’s the perfect favor for rustic weddings in places such as Canada, Vermont, New York, Michigan, etc.

Shop Maple Syrup: Wedding Maple Syrup Favors; Personalized Wedding Syrup Favors; Classic Maple Syrup Labels; Canadian Pure Maple Syrup

9. Dried Flowers

Winter is not known for its fresh blooms, which is why dried florals are such a great nod to the season. If you’re hosting a micro wedding, use the mini-dried flower bundles as part of your centerpieces and allow guests to take them home once the night is over. If your wedding is larger, opt for favors such as dried flower magnets.

Shop Dried Flowers: Dried Flowers Magnet Favors; Boho Mini Dried Flower Arrangements; Mini Dried Floral Bundle; Mini Dried Flower Bouquet

10. S’mores Kit

Image by Ariana Tennyson

S’mores are a low-cost option that everyone is sure to love. Simply go to your local grocery store, buy graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate bars, and create individual bags full of the supplies they need to enjoy the dessert. And the “S’more Love” tags make them all that more charming.

Shop S’mores Kits: S’more Love Label; 1927 Gourmet S’mores Kit; S’mores Wedding Kit

11. Soap

Soap is an extremely popular wedding favor, but for a good reason. It’s practical and can be done in a hundred different ways. If you’re looking to tie in the winter theme with your soap, consider these options: snowflakes, dried florals, and warm scents such as peppermint.

Shop Soap: Snowflake Mini Soaps; 50 PCS Mini Soap Favors; Mini Wedding Soap Favors; Bulk Soap Wedding Favors

12. Mulling Kit

To keep things feeling really festive, consider a mulling kit over hot chocolate. The winter cocktail is a classic when the temps are low, and these mini kits make creating your own at home a piece of cake.

Shop Mulling Kits: Personalized Mulling Spices; Mini Mulled Wine Spice Party Favor

Now that you’ve got your winter wedding favors picked out for your seasonal celebration, it’s time to think about your decor. From twinkle lights and candles to wreaths and faux fur, we’ve rounded up winter wedding decorations that are sure to make your chilly nuptials feel comfy cozy.

Image by Jessica Amber

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