Have a winter wedding? Congratulations first! While most people think of weddings set against a backdrop of blooms in spring gardens or warm summer meadows, there’s something special about a winter wedding—the cool air, maybe a dusting of snow, and the cozy ambiance all add up to a truly unforgettable day. Maybe though, in consideration of flowers for a bouquet toward November and December, you might want to have a bit of an idea about what’s in season and how they could be matched to a winter wonderland. Don’t worry—I’ve got you!

What You Will Learn from This Article

→ Which flowers are on point for a November or December wedding
→ How to put together a bouquet that jives with the feel of wintertime
→ How to include winter foliage and berries
→ Exciting color palettes that burst in the colder months
→ Personal and unique detail ideas to incorporate in your bouquet

How to Choose Just the Right Flowers for a Winter Wedding

Winter may not be the season that first comes to mind when thinking about flowers, but it’s full of elegant and unexpected picks to make your bouquet stand out. Roses, an all-time favorite, remain available all year round and come in deep reds, whites, and blush tones that combine well with winter’s palette. Amaryllis, placed by a large trumpet-like bloom, contributes a very dramatic note to any arrangement and loves cooler months. Consider using the modern, sleek calla lily—they are very sophisticated and quite durable for winter.

And who could forget the classic poinsettia? Not just for Christmas decorations, their bright red and white blooms are perfect for sprinkling a little holiday magic through your bouquet. Ranunculus brings loads of petals, adding that extra dash of romantic and soft. All matched with your bouquet in some evergreen or even in a sprig of holly, it will give off an entire winter charm.

A nice winter bouquet shouldn’t necessarily consist of flowers alone, but also leaves and berries. Eucalyptus and its silvery-green leaves add texture and provide a fine fragrance to your winter theme. Another excellent choice is the pine branch; very winter in feeling, it also gives your bouquet a fresh, earthy fragrance.

Add berries—for instance, hypericum or holly—for bursts of color. These small pops of red or white will help lighten up your bouquet and really bring in that festive feel. If you’re looking for something a little out of the box, try cotton bolls or even small pinecones for that rustic, cozy feel.

Winter Color Palettes that Dazzle

Winter weddings often pick up on a deeper and richer theme of color associated with the season. Think deep burgundies, forest greens, and icy blues, garnished with a slice of classic white. This burgundy-colored rose, combined with deep green eucalyptus and white ranunculus, makes a striking bouquet, appropriate for the season. Sensing a preference for something softer, you might consider a palette of blush pinks, cream, and silver tones. You could do this with pale roses, ­dusty miller, and soft pink lisianthus.

For the more daring, put some metallic accents—the use of gold or silver ribbon, or even gold-dipped leaves is very bright in any bouquet. This can be a perfect complement to a winter wonderland wedding theme.

Personalize Your Bouquet

Lastly, don’t forget to put your personal touch in the bouquet, it might be a piece of jewelry from someone loved, a special ribbon, with some special meaning to the color it represents, or even a small charm.

Snowy days make a nice backdrop for many wedding photos, just as winter flowers will for your bouquet. Brides will see their look completed as they take comfort in the cold by choosing warm and fuzzy floral. So get comfortable with the cold, make your floral choices warm and fuzzy, and end up with a bouquet that will last forever in your memory. Happy Planning!