There are beautiful bridal accessories for every season and winter is no exception. Today is the first day of winter and we have some warm wedding inspiration for you! Bundle up in a fur wrap or a cozy cardigan. Whether you’re wearing grandma’s vintage shawl or a faux replica, we love this romantic look. These accessories can be a part of your wardrobe long after your big day too!

Pictured: Bride and Groom (Punam Bean Photography via Ruffled Blog), Faux Fur Wrap via Alex Bridal, Cardigan via BHLDN

Happy Planning!

Here we are, on the cusp of the 2011 holiday season, and you can almost feel the excitement! So what are you hosting between now and New Year’s Day—a wedding? Bridal shower? Dinner party? Baby shower? Halloween party? Girls’ night out? Thanksgiving dinner? Christmas Eve or Christmas Day party? Chanukah party? Kwanzaa party? New Year’s Eve party? New Year’s Day brunch? See what I mean? Do you have any idea how many favors would love to get out and do their stuff for you?

I’m talking about lifting your parties to a whole, new level! Guests love little surprises. I know I do! We’ll start with favors for fall holidays and events. Later on, I’ll show you my top favor choices for Thanksgiving dinners, Christmas parties and New Year’s celebrations. First, you’ll see my Kate Aspen favorites for this time of year, and only you can decide if a favor fits your event. Feast your eyes on these little, autumn-themed extras!

Is it possible that all the coolest holidays arrive in the winter to lift our spirits at a time when the weather often gets us down?  For me, it doesn’t matter! I love winter, and you have a special selection of season-saluting favors to dress up your holiday décor and demonstrate your skills as a host.

My top pick for Thanksgiving dinners? The “Turning Leaves” Bookmark with its elegant burgundy-silk tassel! The leaf truly represents the harvest season, which is what the holiday celebrates, and this gift of thanks encourages everyone, young and old, to enrich their minds and souls with reading.

For Christmas events, the “Snow Flurry” Glass Ornament Place Card/Photo Holder has my vote. You have the choice of using this fantastic, flocked favor as a place card holder or to display a meaningful photo; when your guests take them home, they also have a photo holder—when they’re not using it as an ornament on their tree!

Winding up the year with a wedding or a party? My choice is “It’s About Time! Let’s Celebrate!” Champagne Bucket Timer—perfect for counting down to midnight!

Happy Holidays—and Happy Planning!

Getting married around the holidays can make an already festive time even merrier.  Everything aglow with warm candles and classic red and green, you’ve got two reasons to be in a jolly mood—it’s Christmas and it’s your wedding!  When planning a holiday or winter wedding, most brides lean towards red and green in various combinations or a creating a winter wonderland with snowflakes.  But, if you don’t want your wedding to look like a holiday party, you should consider these non-traditional color combinations for your winter wedding.

Jewels of Christmas
Dark, rich jewel tones make an excellent alternative to the traditional red and green.  Celebrating the treasure you’ve found in each other, royal blue, purple, emerald green, ruby red, silver and gold come together beautifully.  Dress your bridesmaids in classic black dresses, and choose one of these deep colors to make it pop. These vibrant colors are perfect for an evening wedding and help keep the wedding from looking too bright against the winter backdrop.

Vintage Romance
For the hopeless romantic who’s still a little traditional, a vintage theme with a hint of romance will make a lovely choice.  Ruby red with a sparkle of gold always says love and romance, and the addition of rose petals, candelabras and a little bit of lace will make your wedding a charming affair.

Glam it up for the holidays!
Whether it’s for Christmas or New Year’s, metallics are marvelous!  Think nothing but shimmering color and pure opulence.  Tinsel town won’t have a thing on these stylish wedding colors.   Complete the look with silver and gold wedding favors, so your guests can take a little sparkle home with them.

Barely There
Sometimes no color at all can make a striking impression.  Going with a collection of neutrals can provide the warmth of the season without the seasonal color.  Shades of cream, tan, beige and other neutral colors create an elegant, chic that’s unmistakably you!

Happy Holidays!

Winter Wedding Favors!  Enjoy!