Winter wedding videography can be challenging, but with careful winter wedding planning marrying in the coldest season can be magical. The chilly air, frosty landscapes and cosy atmosphere offer a unique and romantic setting that no other season can match. Capturing that winter magic on video requires a keen eye for detail, careful planning and a flexible approach. Couples planning a winter wedding will need to be mindful of the season’s ever-changing weather conditions. But embracing the beauty of the season will help you level up your styling.
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Here’s how to make the most of your winter wedding from a videographer’s perspective, ensuring your film is filled with warmth and romance…
Plan Around Winter Light
Winter days are short, offering fewer daylight hours to work in. From November through to March, the sun goes down much earlier. So, if you are planning a winter wedding, create a timeline that considers the natural light for capturing the best winter wedding videography. One of the best ways to utilise the daylight is by extending the drinks reception in the afternoon. Opt for two to two and a half hours for your welcome drinks to allow ample time to capture group footage in the natural lighting.
One of the best times to film the newlyweds is during the golden hour when the sun is low and casting a warm, soft glow over a wintry scene. If the weather permits, head outside between your wedding breakfast courses to make the most of a winter sunset. Discuss the shots you want with your videographer, so you can coordinate a running order that makes the most of the light.
Embrace the Season
The winter season offers unique opportunities for creating atmospheric wedding films. Frosty lawns, cosy interiors and moody skies all bring a level of romance that’s hard to replicate in other seasons. On your wedding day, embrace the weather. Step outside under a big white umbrella in the rain, or tiptoe across a scattering of snow to capture the romance of the chilly season.
Wintry skies and inclement weather can add drama and depth to your footage, creating a romantic wedding film that offers a true depiction of the day. Discuss with your videographer about finding covered spots or cosy indoor settings that offer shelter but still let in natural light, creating a warm, inviting glow.
Plan B
Winter weather can be unpredictable, which means flexibility is key. If the forecast predicts heavy snow or pouring rain, talk to your videographer about preparing for both indoor and outdoor shots. While we recommend you embrace the season, it is unrealistic to expect all of your guests to stand outside in freezing conditions for a group shot. With a backup plan in place, you can rest assured that your film will still capture the day’s charm, regardless of the weather. A flexible attitude can help you stay relaxed and open to creative shots that capture the beauty of the season.
Seasonal Style
One of the most exciting parts of a winter wedding is incorporating seasonal decor into the wedding theme. Think rich palettes like emerald green, burgundy or burnt orange, which pop beautifully against winter backdrops.
Glittering metallic touches or rustic elements like wooden details or pinecones add to the overall styling. As do seasonal florals, berries and wintry foliage, like the silvery green of eucalyptus. Arrangements created with springs of pine will a fabulous fragrance around the venue, too.
To create a cosy and inviting atmosphere, string up twinkling fairy lights and place flickering candles around inside spaces. Dim, ambient lighting paired with flickering candlelight or string lights can bring a magical quality to your video, making it feel like an intimate, winter wonderland.
Winter Wardrobe
Winter attire not only needs to be stylish but also seasonally appropriate. Brides can make their entrance in a gown with dramatic full sleeves, an elegant jacket or even a cosy wrap. Faux fur stoles, velvet shawls or elegant capes will elevate your winter style and keep you warm.
Grooms can step out in dapper black tie suits for a formal look. Or they could opt for wool fabrics and tweed suits for a dapper seasonal style.
For the wedding bridesmaids consider plush fabrics like velvet or heavy satin that look rich and luxurious. Bridesmaid in jewel tones and groomsmen in wool suits provide a practical look that complements the winter setting.
Winter Wedding Planning
these can make for great video moments too. Think, hot chocolate or mulled wine stations, roaring log fires, toasting marshmallows outside or fireworks. Plan fun and creative entertainment options that are seasonally fitting in a nod to the time of year you choose to tie the knot. Interactive areas allow your videographer to capture everyone enjoying themselves in a relaxed environment.
If the evening includes a sparkler moment, discuss these with your videographer beforehand and plan this into your wedding day timeline. Sparklers can look stunning on film and provide a romantic close-out for your wedding video.
Capture The Little Details
The magic of winter weddings often lies in the details. Snow-inspired confetti, frosted greenery, and seasonal floral decorating the wedding cake all add to the visual storytelling of your wedding video.
Videographers capture all of the details that bring a wedding theme to life, so whether it’s the rustic table settings, a sprig of mistletoe or flickering candles, these elements can be woven into the film to help tell your wedding story.
Winter weddings offer a unique opportunity to incorporate stunning seasonal decor. For ideas on creating the perfect winter wonderland atmosphere, explore this Winter Wedding Decor Inspiration from RockMyWedding. It includes creative ways to use candles, greenery, and metallic accents to create a festive yet elegant vibe.
Winter Wedding Videography
Above all, let the winter season inspire the tone of your wedding video. Winter weddings are naturally more intimate and cosy, which can influence the storytelling style. Documentary-style winter wedding videography will capture the quiet beauty of the season. This can add a romantic, almost nostalgic feel to your film, highlighting the intimacy and warmth of a winter celebration. Look how stunning Hornsbury Mill looks above in the aerial drone shot of their venue with all of the winter frost and colours in the early morning.
Discuss the style and tone you envision with your videographer. Whether you want something dramatic and moody or light and romantic, there’s a wealth of inspiration to draw from in the winter season. Embrace the unique elements that winter brings, and let them guide the vision for your wedding film.
Planning your winter wedding? It’s essential to choose a wedding videography package that fits your needs. Learn about our Wedding Videography Packages and discover how we can tailor our services to create the perfect winter wedding film for you.
