Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Planning & Advice Wedding Party Bridesmaids 34 Snowy Wedding Photos That Will Make You Want to Get Married This Winter By Sarah Schreiber Sarah Schreiber Sarah Schreiber has been writing, editing, and producing lifestyle and weddings content for over 7 years. In that time, she has interviewed and worked with hundreds of leading experts to become an authority on all things homekeeping, flower arranging, home design, and wedding planning. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Laurie K. Jenson There's nothing more romantic than a winter wonderland. 01 of 35 When He Found Her There's nothing like a white wedding. Whether you wake up on the big day to six feet of snow or see a flurry as you enter the venue, there's a magical component to all that sparkling white. And when it comes to spectacular wedding photos, snow virtually guarantees an awe-inspiring natural backdrop. Take the following photos from real winter weddings, for example. With everything from gentle sprinkles to full-blown blizzards in the backgrounds, these couples' wintry nuptials were made even more beautiful by snow. To get that perfect shot, some duos braved the cold and posed coat-free in the swirly white. Others huddled together for warmth, prompting the sweetest candids. Our favorite newlyweds gathered their friends and families outside with chunky blankets, so they could exchange vows surrounded by snowflakes. The final result? Let's just say that these incredible moments just might change how you think about winter weddings. With these photos in mind, we're confident that winter just might upset summer as the most popular time of year to tie the knot. Nothing against warmer-weather celebrations, of course, but there's just no sunny equivalent to snow. And when it comes to wedding symbolism, you can't beat an impromptu snowfall. The world becomes a blank slate of white—the perfect chance for a fresh, clean, and pure start. Click through to see all of these couple's snowiest wedding photos. If you're planning a cold-weather fête, these images might have you praying for snow. We know we are. 02 of 35 Sprinkled Dez and Tam Photography If these newlyweds' faces are any indication, making the snow work for their wedding was no work at all. How to Make Snow Work at Your Winter Wedding 03 of 35 Horsing Around Rebecca Hollis Photography A broad, open landscape and two ponies made this wintry shot frame-worthy. More Ways to Include Animals in Your Wedding 04 of 35 Dashing Through the Snow Sam Jasper The dash inside after spending an hour shooting outdoors led to this perfect candid. How to Take Amazing Candids at Your Wedding 05 of 35 Mountain Kiss Erica Rose Photography At a mountaintop in Girdwood, Alaska, this couple celebrated a nine-year-long engagement and the birth of their daughter with a kiss. 06 of 35 Frozen Laurie K. Jenson This natural "ice castle" in Edmonton, Canada, was pure backdrop drama. More Castle Venues That Will Blow You Away 07 of 35 Winter Stroll Blaine Siesser For this couple, walking in a winter wonderland was even better with their new spouse by their side. 08 of 35 City Streets Cynthia Chung Weddings A slushy, snowy New York City street made for an unexpected yet romantic background. 09 of 35 Ski Lift Kiss Studio Nouveau When it was time to choose a next-level wedding exit, this duo landed on a "Just Married" ski lift ride. Love to Ski? Check Out These Ski-Centric Honeymoons 10 of 35 Under My Umbrella Ashley Caroline A groom kept his new wife warm and dry by pulling her close and shielding her from the elements. 11 of 35 Winter Lake Momento Cativo Lingering orange leaves and aquamarine waters made this snowy scene a colorful masterpiece. See More Incredible Winter Wedding Destination 12 of 35 Puppy Love Gideon Photo It looks like this pup loved his mom's wintry wedding day even more than she did. How to Keep Your Dog This Happy At Your Wedding 13 of 35 Suspended in Snow Emily Delamater Photography Warm in a black velvet cape, the bride ventured across a snowy walking bridge to make this photo happen. More Ways to Incorporate Velvet Into your Wedding 14 of 35 Pine Backdrop Simply Sarah Photography For the newlyweds, snow-topped evergreens symbolized undying love. 15 of 35 Unexpected Snowfall Tara McMullen Photography A "freak snowstorm" rumbled in on this couple's wedding day—but the snowflakes looked lovely on the blooms and the bride. How to Deal with Winter Emergencies Like Unexpected Snowstorms 16 of 35 A Dip and a Kiss Smile Peace Love Creative To celebrate saying "I do," this groom dipped and kissed his bride on a city sidewalk. 17 of 35 Glitter The Light + Color Snow made the ultimate substitute for glitter or confetti in this classic shot. 18 of 35 Two-Horse Open Sleigh Rebecca Hollis Photography After walking up the aisle, the newlyweds headed to their reception in a horse-pulled sleigh—a classic winter touch. More Winter Details to Add to Your Wedding 19 of 35 Winter Perch Koman Photography A snowy nook, complete with a holly garland, pillows, and blankets, kept the couple dry and warm as their wedding photographer worked. How to Take the Best Snowy Wedding Photos 20 of 35 Snow on the Mountain Heather Payne Photography Surrounded by pine trees, a teal lake, and snow-spotted mountains, this bride and groom had nature's best elements as wedding guests. 21 of 35 Top of the Mountain Lacie Hansen Photography Since skiing was at the heart of this Denver-based couple's relationship, a photo (with rustic skis!) at the top of an Aspen mountain was a must. Go Inside a Ski-Themed Wedding in the British Columbia 22 of 35 Snowy Teepee James & Schulze As their guests filed into the ceremony, these two had their first look in an open branch teepee. 9 First Look Tips To Make Yours As Magical As This 23 of 35 Winter Bouquet When He Found Her A bouquet of white roses and cascading vines was the perfect complement to the white and green wintry setting. Even More Winter Bouquets You'll Love 24 of 35 Huddled Together When He Found Her This bride gathered together with her 'maids for warmth in chilly temps—the cool weather made for a sweet shot. How to Take Perfect Photos with Your Bridal Party 25 of 35 Evergreen Color Scheme Shannon Von Eschen The surrounding snow and evergreen trees inspired this couple's green and white color palette. 26 of 35 Ski Lodge Aaron Delesie This bride spent many family vacations in Beaver Creek, Colorado, and (years later!) tied the knot there in a glam ski-lodge wedding. It was filled with bursts of metallic gold to play off Colorado's snowy landscape. Go Inside This Winter Wonderland Wedding 27 of 35 Snowy Accessories Stacey Hedman A plaid blanket for the bride, white pashminas for her 'maids, and snow boots for all were the perfect winter add-ons for this Vermont wedding. See More Wintry Plaid Wedding Ideas 28 of 35 Warm Feet Erin Kate Photography To stay warm for photos and the outdoor ceremony, this bride wore white Uggs and then slipped into heels she and her husband went indoors. More Winter Wedding Shoe Inspo 29 of 35 Love Will Keep You Warm Kate Osborne This bride cited adrenaline—and love!—as the reason for not feeling Utah's below-freezing temps. 7 Ways to Stay Warm and Cozy at Your Winter Wedding 30 of 35 Diamond Run Thayer Allyson Gowdy After the ceremony, the newlyweds strapped on skis and rode the lift to the top of the mountain to pose for photos on the slopes. 31 of 35 Braving the Elements Genevieve Leiper Photography Every married couple weathers a few storms, but this bride faced a squall before she got down the aisle. After a blizzard compromised her original venue, she and her fiancé relocated (last minute!) to an outdoor space, where their 100 guests braved the elements in formal attire. Go Inside This Formal Washington, D.C. Wedding 32 of 35 Cozy Up Cassidy Rehwaldt This bride cozied up in a fur wrap, while her husband opted for a trendy fedora. 33 of 35 Winter-Ready 'Maids O'Malley Photographers In vintage fur stoles, seven bridesmaids kept warm against the February chill at this wedding in Colorado's Rocky Mountains. See More Statement Accessories to Wear at Weddings 34 of 35 Storm Nemo Stacey Hedman Historic Winter Storm Nemo came raging through Vermont just before this couple's wedding weekend, but the blustery night made way for blue skies and fresh snow come Saturday morning—the perfect backdrop for a dramatic bridge photo. See More Photos from This Snowy Vermont Wedding 35 of 35 Snowy Elopement Erin Kate Photography While this duo wanted to ring in the New Year with a Utah wedding, they also didn't want to impose on their would-be guests during the holidays. Their solution? They eloped during a vacation at the Washington School House Hotel with their four closest friends. Was this page helpful? 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