Winter Wedding Accessories for the Bride, Mothers and Guests

Quick answer: at a winter wedding, elegant layers and light win. A silk stole over the dress or under the coat, bright jewelry (rhinestones, zircons, crystals) to make up for the short daylight, a jewel-like clutch and deep colours: midnight blue, burgundy, forest green, terracotta. The bride can add a pale stole for outdoor photos.

For the bride: warmth without hiding the dress

A light stole or cape lets the bride leave the church and pose for photos without losing the line of the dress. For jewelry, winter's low light rewards materials that sparkle: moissanite earrings, a zircon bracelet, pearls.

For the mothers: the stole as the star accessory

The mother of the bride or groom can choose a pure silk stole with swan print or a 70x180 floral scarf on black over a plain dress: it covers the shoulders in church and stays elegant at the reception. With a bold stole, keep the jewelry classic: a strand of pearls or a brooch. See also our guide to mother-of-the-bride jewelry.

For guests: seasonal colours

Winter is the time for deep tones. Some pairings: a midnight blue dress with the deep blue modal and silk stole and silver jewelry; a forest green or camel dress with the 90x90 terracotta paisley scarf, Laura Fabbri Design and gold jewelry; a black evening dress with the rhinestone evening clutch.

The clutch: small and jewel-like

At a wedding you only need the essentials. A sparkling clutch works as an extra jewel; for a sober style, a black croco-print leather bag is perfect.

Mistakes to avoid

White and ivory remain reserved for the bride, stoles and scarves included. During the day, avoid total black and showy sequins; in the evening they are fine. Coats come off in church: that's why a stole is essential.

Frequently asked questions

What to wear over your shoulders at a winter wedding? A silk or modal-silk stole over the dress, under the coat: it covers the shoulders in church and looks elegant at the reception.

What colours to wear to a winter wedding? Midnight blue, burgundy, forest green, terracotta, camel; avoid white and ivory.

What jewelry to choose for a winter wedding? Bright pieces such as rhinestones, zircons, crystals and pearls, which stand out in the season's low light.

Can you wear black to a winter wedding? In the evening yes, brightened with jewelry and a coloured stole; during the day deep tones other than black are better.

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