The Pros and Cons of Having a Christmas Wedding

Whenever the holiday season comes rolling in, family parties and gathering between friends become more and more common. Over the long holiday break, couples are keen to see how convenient it is for everyone to simply celebrate their special wedding day along with the annual holidays.

Whether you have booked your wedding date to fall right around the holiday season or if you are still discussing the option with your beloved fiance, this post might just be for you. Here at Giftware Direct, we have weighed both sides to help you decide if having a Christmas wedding might just be perfect for you and your future spouse.

CHRISTMAS WEDDING PROS

THE LONG HOLIDAY BREAK

Picking a wedding right which falls right in the middle of the long school holiday is a blessing. Think about it – no congested roads and no rush hours! You also get to pick an out-of-town wedding as the guests would be willing to spend the weekend outside of the city, doubling the trip as a quick getaway for the family, too. The kids get to join in the fun and you get to have a flower girl and ring bearer without having to miss any school work.

A HOLIDAY THEMED FEAST

Feature the season’s best with a great holiday-themed menu for your reception. No need to worry about which dessert to go for and which mains to pick, throwing a Christmas dinner right on your wedding is sure to make everyone’s evening a delightful one. If you want to share your family’s own holiday tradition, why not let the guests taste Granny’s holiday cookies or your mum’s Christmas creation? Share a great holiday treat from your family for an even unforgettable Christmas wedding.

THE JOYFUL HOLIDAY SPIRIT

Everyone is sure to be on party mode right from the start of the wedding ceremony, they might be excited to dance the night away or to see the other wedding guests but mostly they are enthusiastic to finally be at your wedding day. No one is in a hurry to head home and no one is thinking about work or school, as the holiday season is meant to be spent with family and friends.

THE EXCITING ANNIVERSARIES

The icing on top of this beautiful Christmas treat is that each wedding anniversary is going to be spectacular. For you and your new spouse, every anniversary can be an exciting one as you get to go on a holiday vacation away to celebrate your love and marriage. Or better yet, you can throw another party at home for everyone to toast to Christmas, to the New Year, and your wedding day. Cheers!

CHRISTMAS WEDDING CONS

THE SUMMER HEAT

If there is anything to be unlikeable about Christmas weddings in Australia, it is the unbearable summer heat. Imagine the guests huddled under the shade of nearby trees for during the ceremony to escape the scorching heat to the melting makeup of the bridesmaids as they stand right by the bride at the altar for about an hour. However, there are a couple of things you can do to try and work around the hot weather and the sweaty feeling, such as making sure to provide ample refreshments and water to keep the guests hydrated all day, wisely picking venues which are air-conditioned or surrounded with trees and shade, and also scheduling the ceremony later in the afternoon.

THE HOLIDAY VACATION

Since the holidays are a break from work and school for everyone, expect that not all your invited relatives and closest friends could make the big day. Holiday plans might have been made years ago, especially with bookings which cannot be cancelled or moved. If you are planning on having a wedding at an outdoor venue or right by the water, chances are, other groups or hotel guests might be around if you didn’t rent the place exclusively. As tourists and families are on vacation around town during your wedding, make sure to provide your guests with proper instructions as to where the venue is located or which function hall is the reception going to be in to avoid confusion.

THE BUSY CHRISTMAS RUSH

Resorts and hotels are at their peak season of business so make sure to get reservations early on so you get your targeted date. Especially for vendors and suppliers, Christmas party season is also a busy time for them so check with your chosen vendors beforehand if they are available as they might even have their own company party right around the holiday season. For orders of your own flowers and cakes, opt for an earlier delivery to avoid any delays or to make sure these arrive on time on the wedding day. With traffic and weather being so unpredictable, your blooms should arrive hours early at the venue rather than have them sit wilting in traffic hours away from the venue.