Top 24 Christmas Themed Wedding Ideas for Festive Couples

By Kirkbrae Wedding Venue

Bride and groom posing in an elegant Christmas themed wedding setting with a decorated tree and fireplace.

If you’re a sucker for holiday romance movies, then you’ve probably been dreaming of a festive Christmas wedding your whole life. Christmas themed weddings can fill your biggest moments with the magic, warmth, and coziness of the season. And if you need inspiration to make your holiday wedding day as magical as possible, you’re in the right place.

Below, discover 24 cute Christmas wedding ideas for a day filled with love, cheer, and all the milk and cookies you can handle.

Christmas themed wedding ideas

Choose Your Color Palette

Your color palette plays a key role in setting the atmosphere and bringing in maximum holiday cheer. Your chosen Christmas wedding colors will influence everything from your venue decor, to the flowers you carry down the aisle.

Palette ideas to bring cheer into your wedding day include:

Red & White. This classic color palette is reminiscent of candy canes and can evoke a timeless atmosphere throughout your big day.
Silver & Gold. Metallic colors evoke the vibe of Christmas ornaments and add the perfect amount of sparkle, either as main shades or supporting accents.
Emerald Green. Deep green shades can remind you of evergreen trees and bring a festive flair to any color scheme.

Don a Christmas Wedding Dress

The right bridal gown can help you feel like you stepped out of a fairy tale. To complete your look for a holiday wedding, consider gowns and accessories that include the following elements:

Capes & Capelets. If you want to take wedding photos in the snow outdoors, donning a cape or capelet can keep you warm while adding a whimsical feel to your gown.
Choose Heavy Fabrics. The colder season offers an ideal chance to experiment with gowns made from more lush fabrics, like velvet or satin.
Try Fur Accents. Carrying a fur muff or coat can give your wedding look a luxurious feel, while making you extra toasty.

Spread Cheer With Holiday Wedding Invitations

Sending and receiving Christmas cards are a holiday staple, and you can blend your Christmas wedding invitations with a holiday card design that will bring a jolly vibe to your guests’ fridges.

Places where you can find Christmas or winter-themed save-the-dates include:

Zazzle has a collection of holiday save-the-dates, which you can also customize as engagement announcements or Christmas wedding invitations.
Minted’s winter-themed save-the-dates feature design elements like holly, wreaths, and evergreen trees, perfect for Christmas themed weddings.
Etsy has plenty of sellers offering instant downloads for wedding invitation templates with a holiday flair. You can find the perfect design for your ceremony, and support a small business!

Serve Signature Christmas Wedding Cocktails

Christmas cheer isn’t limited to the visual elements of your wedding. You can truly immerse your guests by infusing your food and drinks with holiday flavors.

Spiked eggnog. Hot or cold, you can never go wrong with eggnog for the holidays! Spiking it with rum or brandy can also give it a little kick, perfect for cocktail hour.
Hot toddy. A hot toddy is a classic cocktail made with whiskey, lemon juice, and spices, all mixed in a warm shot of cheer. You can also replace the whiskey with other spirits or tweak the spice mix for a more customized flavor profile.
Rum punch. Consider Christmas wedding cocktails that channel the flavors of classic Christmas punch, like this recipe that combines rum, cranberry juice, tart cherry and wintery spices. You can also omit the rum for a mocktail option!

Choose Festive Seasonal Wedding Flowers

Flowers are a staple of any wedding day. And while your options may be a bit more limited in the winter, year-round options include blooms like roses, calla lilies, carnations, and gardenias. Flowers that thrive during Christmastime and can bring a special flair to your arrangements include:

Poinsettias. These lush, red flowers bloom in winter and bring a distinctly festive atmosphere to your bridal bouquet or Christmas wedding centerpieces.
Camellia. These small, rounded blossoms flourish throughout winter, and come in plenty of holiday-appropriate shades, including red, white, and cream.
Star of Bethlehem. These small flowers symbolize purity and hope, and make excellent accent Christmas wedding flowers in a floral arrangement.

And of course, you can always opt for faux flowers if you want a more diverse range of flower options and shades for your decor.

Festive holiday table arrangement featuring a red poinsettia centerpiece, crystal glasses, and a Christmas-themed place setting.

Don’t Forget the Holiday Treats

Christmas is the season for sweet treats. You could always infuse your wedding cake with holiday-inspired flavors, like eggnog or hot chocolate.

And while you’re at it, it never hurts to fill out your dessert table with samplings like these:

Sugar Cookies. Is it really Christmas without milk and cookies? Sugar cookies also present a world of festive design possibilities, with options ranging from simple frosted wreaths to custom options piped with your name and wedding dates.
Gingerbread. The quintessential Christmas cookie, consider frosting gingerbread figures in bridal or groom attire for a romantic touch!
Yule Log. If you fancy something a little more dramatic, a chocolate Yule log can make an excellent groom’s cake or picture-perfect wedding cake alternative.

Choose Your Christmas Wedding Arch or Altar Decor

When you walk down the aisle, you’ll need a show-stopping backdrop for your ceremony. Any of the following Christmas wedding arch or decor ideas could make your wedding photos mantle-worthy all holiday season.

Christmas Trees. Any self-respecting Christmas wedding needs a tree or two. Why not position your Christmas wedding tree at the end of the wedding aisle for a photogenic backdrop?
Garland Arch. Evergreen garlands can twine beautifully around a wooden arch. Add in sheer curtain panels, and you’ve got a romantic, Christmassy backdrop fit for a holiday card.
Fireplace. Nothing screams “Christmas” like a garland-draped fireplace. If your venue doesn’t have one, a fireplace insert filled with candles can be just as romantic!

Arrange Christmas Wedding Centerpieces

A little extra flourish can set your key table displays apart, like your reception tables and guest book. You can make them feel fit for the holiday season through ideas like:

Mini Christmas trees. Use pot-sized evergreens and trim them with mini garlands or ornaments to create a Christmassy alternative to traditional flowers.
Gingerbread Houses. Ever felt like a wedding centerpiece ought to be edible? Gingerbread houses can give your tables a festive finishing touch that’s cute enough to eat.
Greenery Boughs. A candleholder made with winter greenery and berries can give your tables a fresh feel, while providing the perfect embellishment for cozy candlelight.

Find Your Christmas Wedding Venue

Of course, before you can arrange all your gorgeous wedding decorations, you’ll need a cozy yet elegant Christmas wedding venue to make it happen. And if you’re planning your big day in Rhode Island, Kirkbrae Country Club has your back, consistently voted as one of the best wedding venues in Rhode Island!

At our Rhode Island wedding venue, you can plan the ultimate Christmas ceremony with up to 300 guests, or curate a cozy, intimate winter wedding with your closest loved ones. Our award-winning kitchens can also help you craft a delicious dinner and drink menu fit for a holiday feast. Plus, our wedding planners will handle the biggest items on your wishlist, so you can kick back with an eggnog and get ready to celebrate.