It's the time of year when people are naturally inclined to party. The year is coming to an end, and what a better time to catch with friends and family to look back upon the past and look to the future. Since this is what weddings seem to be a lot about, it seems to be a natural move to have a wedding during the festive period. But is that really such a good idea?
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When author Marian Keyes tied the knot with her husband Tony on December 27th, she records in her book Under The Duvet that this was not a popular decision with her family. Her mother put everyone on a diet so that they would look their best for the big day, but that meant no chocolate or biscuits or treats of any kind at Christmas! For brides planning to slim down before their wedding, planning a date around Christmas may not be the best idea.
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When it comes to suppliers and venues, Christmas week might as well be the third week in June! They get booked up months in advance and are likely to put their prices up too. Specific wines can be in high demand and hard to come by, venues are hosting corporate events and Christmas parties, and florists will having orders flooding in. (Second only to Mother's Day, Christmas is THE busiest time of year for florists.)
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Weather is an unpredictable factor. For three years straight, heavy snowfall dogged the Christmas period across the UK. And yet this year has taken everyone aback by it's comparative mildness. You just never know what you might get. Snow can cause havoc for those who need to travel to your wedding, yet if it's a White Christmas Wedding you're dreaming of, you can be just as easily be disappointed.
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On the upside, Christmas can lend itself well to small, intimate, candlelit weddings full of festive cheer. Mulled wine or cider is a wonderful (not to mention cheap!) alternative to serving champagne on arrival at reception. Cakes made of mince pies rather than cupcakes looks rather Christmassy. Personalised crackers are great as favours and provide amusement at the table.
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Parties are going to happen around Christmas and New Year's Eve whether you like it or not. If you want to make your wedding one of those parties, why shouldn't you? Go on - it's Christmas!
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A very Merry Christmas to all my readers. x x x
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