8 Tips for Your Winter Elopement in Europe
A winter elopement in Europe can be one of the most beautiful and romantic experiences and they are usually filled with fun activities that will make memories to savor for several years. Picture a frosty, snowy scene with log cabins, slopes, the most beautiful views, and everything that could make your elopement day incredible. Winter brings with it a special sensation that makes for the most memorable experiences.
As winter elopements are becoming more and more popular, you’d better make sure to be fully geared as things can quickly swing sideways otherwise. To help you plan your snow-capped nuptials in Europe, we have rounded up some useful winter elopement ideas & tips that won’t make you freeze while exchanging your wedding vows.
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8 top tips for the perfect winter elopement in Europe
Don’t forget the essentials
The weather can get freezing, and if you don't pack up some essential needs, you might get stuck in the cold. While shopping for your elopement items, you must remember to collect some stuff to keep you and your partner warm. Gloves, scarves, and hats for example, are a must. Even if you’d have to take them off every other ten minutes to take pictures, you're going to NEED them right after. Consider getting as many useful items as possible. Some hot balm, mint sweets, and generic inhalers (you might need them if your nose gets stuck from a cold).
Bring some hot tea or coffee
Pack a thermal full of your favorite hot liquid…… whether it's cocoa, tea, or coffee! This can easily be overlooked at first but you won’t believe how much gratitude you will feel once you wrap your hands around that cup of hot steamy goodness amidst the freezing cold.
Choose a long-sleeved wedding dress
Well, you may need to make some readjustments if you were planning on rocking short sleeves. Because of the staggering colder temperatures, long sleeves are a better option. You don’t want to be looking all frozen and cranked up in your photos. To avoid it, make sure to choose a long-sleeved wedding dress for your winter elopement.
Wear lots of layers
In many of the most famous European elopement destinations, you can expect very low temperatures. Hence it is a great idea to layer up as much as you can. It is an excellent idea to wear more layers. Leggings and thermal underwear are excellent picks for the occasion. If you can get your hands on some thermal Spanx, that would be excellent, and men are not exempted.
Pack hand, foot, and body warmers
These little things are the very things that will make all the difference on your winter elopement day. Made of small dimensions, these warmers are perfect to be inserted into your gloves or pockets. They are life savers for a winter elopement. You should invest substantially towards ensuring that your elopement is not hijacked by the freezing temperatures. Hand & foot, and body warmers are going to be your life savers!
Wear waterproof boots
Snow boots are your best bet against cold feet! If you want to wear cute shoes, pack them and wear your waterproof boots for the hike! It’s incredible how fast our hands and feet can get cold, then it feels like an eternity before they are warm again! A good pair of waterproof boots will not only shield your feet from the cold but also ensure that your feet remain nice and dry throughout your elopement day.
Carry a warm shawl that will look gorgeous in the pictures
Wool shawls are great for winter elopements and will help you combat chilly temperatures and give you extra coverage against cold winds. But don’t just settle for anything simple… look out for something cozy and gorgeous that blends in easily and makes a great fit for the location you chose. A wedding shawl is a stylish and practical solution and if paired with the right dress will serve as the ultimate wedding accessory for your elopement.
Spice things up with some whisky
You can definitely warm up your elopement with a good whisky. While the weather can quickly become cold and crazy, you and your lover will have less to worry about if you have some good whisky in hand. Before setting off on your trip, make sure to pack a hip flask. Rest assured you are going to have some good fun and feel more relaxed in front of the camera. Plus it’s a cute photo op!
Iceland Elopement - Bettina Vass Photography
5 top destinations for your winter elopement in Europe
Do you feel ready to have a winter elopement? At Somewhere Crazy we offer the best winter elopement packages, premium experiences, and vow renewals in some of the most amazing and stunning cold destinations.
These are our top picks for an unforgettable winter elopement.
Conclusion
Winter elopements are a wonderful experience. However, if you do not plan out your trip correctly, you might lose out on most of the fun due to the severe cold temperatures. Our tips will help you plan out the most incredible winter elopement in Europe.
Check our European elopement packages and get in touch to know more. We can’t wait to hear from you!
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