Absolutely Wonderful Chicago Weddings During the Off-Season

A winter wedding in Chicago can save you a significant amount of money. During the off-season, vendors drop their prices and reception and ceremony venues are often much easier to book. As long as you plan appropriately for the weather, Chicago weddings in the winter can be absolutely wonderful. Here are some winter wedding tips:

1. Wait until after the holidays. January is generally cheaper—and colder—than December for weddings in the Chicago area. Have your Chicago wedding planner call vendors and ask what kind of discounts they offer in January and February.
   
   
2. Hold the reception in a downtown hotel. Your guests can book rooms in the hotel or in nearby hotels within walking distance. This way, your guests don’t have to travel much in cold weather or potential snow.
   
   
3. Go with a wintry theme. In the winter time, brides often choose deep, rich colors like bronze, burgundy and dark green for bridesmaids dresses and accents. As an alternative, try shades of silver, pale blue and violet to mirror the tones of the city in winter.
   
   
4. Wear an elaborate wedding gown. Just like in New York and Los Angelas, Chicago wedding dresses are often inspired by the latest trends. Go glamorous with fur accents, rich fabrics and elegant elbow-length gloves. Wear a stole in faux fur for gorgeous outdoor pictures. In the winter, Chicago wedding photography often focuses on the glittering cityscape.