Winter Wedding Inspiration Shoot by Simply Fabulous Events and Design

As we inch closer and closer to the holiday weekend it seems like the perfect time to cozy up with some cocoa (or champagne – hey it’s the holidays!) and devour some gorgeous winter wedding inspiration. Well get ready for some deliciousness in photo shoot form from the talents of Simply Fabulous Events and Design and Emily Steffen! Sparkle, tulle, snow, ruffle cakes, mercury glass…more sparkle – winter just doesn’t get prettier than this! Click here for even more!

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From Simply Fabulous Events and Design…The Midwest truly has the most beautiful winters. From the glistening snow and ice, to the dreamy afternoons of snow angels and hot cocoa, I just knew this ‘Dream to Reality’ shoot had to revolve around what I believe is the season of the year to be married!

The idea was soft, romantic, sparkle, snow, antiques, and a blue dress. Yes, a blue dress. With that being said, a blue dress proved to be very hard to find, so in talking with the model {who is also a very dear friend}, she explained that she could sew a skirt and voila! a creation of layers upon layers of muted blue and matte gray perfection arrived to the shoot! Paired with a sequin shirt from Target {love!}, simple pearls and gray heels, the Bride model was just stunning! And the mittens? Knitted by our fabulous photographer, Emily Steffen! Not to be outdone, I dressed the Groom to compliment his Bride’s look with a warm cardigan, tweed jacket, and J.Crew scarf and gloves.

The table was the perfect balance of winter from the mercury glass containers and candles to the soft white hydrangea, baby’s breath, and snow. A statement linen can completely transform a table, so nestled below all of the winter inspired loveliness; I brought in a sparkled, deeply textured gray sequined linen. I also wanted to make sure balance all the ‘frill’ with masculine undertones: Mahogany chiavari chairs, curly willow suspended above the table {along with mercury Christmas globes!}, and cinnamon sticks stuffed into the napkins.

Last, the cake. A ruffled inspiration, the cake and mini cakes adorned with sugar flowers {resting on antique cake and candle stands} were a focal point of the dessert table. Accented with a few peppermint patties, dipped pretzel sticks, and s’mores…and it was the perfect winter dessert table waiting for a roasting fire! The finale was the beautiful stationery that gave just the right touch of gray, blue, and total romance. The whole shoot was beauty beyond words and had us all falling in love with winter {and winter weddings!} all over again!

Photography: Emily Steffen / Floral Design: Sadie’s Couture Floral & Event Styling / Event Design: Simply Fabulous Events and Design / Location: Minneapolis Photo Center / Invitations: Dena Swenson / Skirt: Handmade / Sequin Top: Target / Rentals: Linen Effects / Vintage + Antique Finds/Rentals: Simply Fabulous Events and Design

32 Comments about “Winter Wedding Inspiration Shoot by Simply Fabulous Events and Design”

1. Dade Freeman says:

   December 23, 2011 at 9:23 am

   A perfect wintery feel - great story telling images :)
2. Serena {Love By Serena} says:

   December 23, 2011 at 9:27 am

   Beautiful winter inspiration! Love everything about this shoot!
3. Molly Legut says:

   December 23, 2011 at 9:29 am

   This is so beautiful. I'm all about all things glittery!
4. Rachel says:

   December 23, 2011 at 9:37 am

   Beautiful!! Great work everyone!
5. Meaghan says:

   December 23, 2011 at 9:40 am

   This is so romantic! I love everything about it. Makes me wish I had a winter wedding!
6. Emily Steffen says:

   December 23, 2011 at 10:00 am

   This looks amazing! :) THANK YOU for the feature! :) YAY LISA! :)
7. Lisa says:

   December 23, 2011 at 10:08 am

   Thank you for the lovely feature today! It is such an honor to collaborate with all of the talent behind the shoot and we were all THRILLED with the outcome!

   Marry Christmas and YAY for winter weddings!!
8. sophie says:

   December 23, 2011 at 10:38 am

   omg thank u so much for sharing with us.congratulations to d couple and also to the organizer and their family+friend . this is so beautiful and very inspiring.
9. katie | dreamlove wedding photography says:

   December 23, 2011 at 10:46 am

   oh my gosh... i LOVE that final shot with the snow. what a fantastic idea!!!
10. Mandi says:

    December 23, 2011 at 11:24 am

    Took my breath away. Sooo beautiful. Thank you for creating and thank you for sharing!
11. Shana says:

    December 23, 2011 at 11:50 am

    Christmas+Glitter=Perfection!
12. Lisa says:

    December 23, 2011 at 11:55 am

    How gorgeous! I love the glittery linens and those perfect mercury-glass-and-white centerpieces.
13. Angie says:

    December 23, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    Thanks again to Lisa for asking me to be a small part of this shoot by making the ruffle cakes.
14. Lynzie@ElectricBlonde says:

    December 23, 2011 at 1:27 pm

    Stunning work.
15. emily says:

    December 23, 2011 at 2:58 pm

    This. Is. Perfect.

    Man, I wish I was having a winter wedding.......
16. Scott Schmitz says:

    December 24, 2011 at 12:48 pm

    Great ideas to use to start planning your winter wedding for next year.
17. tasha says:

    December 26, 2011 at 4:10 pm

    SO Beautiful!! Lovely lovely work by all those involved!
18. Brittney says:

    December 27, 2011 at 6:55 pm

    Being a part of this shoot with Emily, Lisa, and everyone else was a dream come true. THANK YOU to every one involved..you did an amazing job. It was my very own winter wonderland fairy tale.

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