Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - November/December 2025 (Issue 113)

Evergreen A Christmas wedding wrapped in timeless magic As the year winds down and the air turns crisp, winter arrives in a glow of fairy lights and festive spirit, with it is the magic of Christmas. This season is about more than just gifts and indulgent meals; it’s a time to slow down, reconnect with loved ones and celebrate what truly matters. What better moment then to say “I do” than during a time already steeped in romance, nostalgia and heartfelt intimacy? From flickering candlelight to hearty feasts and cosy, snow-dusted settings if you’re lucky, a Christmas wedding offers the perfect blend of warmth and wonder. If you’ve chosen this magical season for your big day, we’ve created the ultimate guide to help you craft a celebration as enchanting as the season itself. Festive sweet treats When it comes to indulgences, treat your loved ones to macarons for favours, featuring festive colours and patterns to enjoy. Think flavours like raspberry and Champagne, gingerbread and toasted almond. WINTER COLOUR PALETTES As temperatures begin to decrease, colour schemes can begin to cool with forest green, icy white, frosted blue and glistening silver being go-to winter wedding hues. But these colours can go hand in hand with some warmer earthy tones such as red, berry and brown – rich in life and sumptuous additions. Interactive grazing tables Still a huge trend, grazing platters are a great way to encourage interaction between your guests and are superdelicious. There are so many options, from cold platters and salads to street food options and meats. For a festive touch, add seasonal elements like roasted chestnuts, cranberrystudded cheeses, spiced nuts, and miniature mulled wineglazed sausages. SOFT BACKGROUND MUSIC To create a romantic atmosphere without overwhelming the room, a pianist subtly blends into the background, filling the celebration with soft, enchanting music. Think Christmasy tunes, such as Silent Night, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and The Christmas Song. ROMANCE unsplash.com@dilja96 unsplash.com@aaronburden unsplash.com@anitaaustvika unsplash.com@brookelark 50

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