5 Ideas for a Rustic Winter Wedding

Are you planning a rustic winter wedding? While many people dream of a tropical wedding with their feet in the sand, others long for a cozy and romantic evening watching the snow gently fall.

Embracing rustic and woodsy elements into your wedding decorations offers stunning photos and a beautiful setting for an evening of dinner and dancing. Consider a few of our favorite ways to decorate your rustic winter wedding. 

Rustic Winter Wedding Decorations and Ideas

Design a color palate of bold and rich colors

Bold colors offer a richness and warmth that are perfectly suited for the winter, especially if you have snow on your wedding day. Think cranberries and deep reds that contrast nicely against white, as well as elegant golds and dense neutrals. 

Embrace the cold and snow

If there is snow on your wedding day, consider yourself lucky! Snow in wedding photos is absolutely gorgeous. Be sure to prepare with warm layers and even mittens or gloves to use in photos. 

Use wood and natural elements as decor

Wood, pinecones, birchwood, or even twigs are beautiful decor pieces for a winter wedding. This theme evokes cozy thoughts of a cabin in the forest, which is both romantic and elegant. Wood and natural elements also feel warm and inviting. 

Warmth of candles and lanterns

Candles and lanterns offer a fire element that mimics a fireplace and feels very romantic for a winter affair. Consider using candles as centerpieces, which is also more budget friendly than floral arrangements. 

Serve cozy cocktails and hot beverages

Make sure your guests don’t get cold during the night by serving hot beverages like apple cider, mulled wine, and hot chocolate. You could even consider a hot chocolate bar for your dessert table! 

Plan Your Rustic Winter Wedding at Historic Acres

Located on seven acres of rolling hills, Historic Acres of Hershey is a beautiful setting for a wedding all throughout the year. We offer a four-season pavilion and event spaces that can accommodate groups of all sizes. Give us a call to learn more about our venue and upcoming available dates.