How Winter Weddings Solve Two Big Industry Problems
There’s no denying that the wedding industry has a season. In fact, around 41% of all US weddings happen early fall, in September and October. Summer weddings account for 28% of all weddings. On the other hand, January and February are the least popular wedding months, with only 2% of weddings. Naturally, preferences are driven by a variety of factors, including traditions and weather. But for wedding planners and service providers, this can be a challenge.
Indeed, during peak wedding seasons, calendars are packed, and it’s not uncommon for professionals to turn down potential clients because there’s no room left in the schedule. But once the popular season is over, demand can drop dramatically. Winter is not just a slow season; it can also become an income uncertainty, making it tough to plan resources and grow a business year after year.
At the same time, another phenomenon is appearing. The wedding market is becoming more and more expensive, to the point where Gen Z couples are even announcing that wedding is not financially realistic in this economy. While some couples are considering asking their guests to contribute to the wedding costs, more and more people are simply choosing to scale down or delay plans altogether.
These two elements point at a market trend that could be addressed strategically to grow your wedding business. Indeed, winter weddings, which are underrepresented, are also a lot more cost-efficient. They could be the perfect response to wedding planners’ availability challenges and couples’ financial concerns. What could wedding planners do to reposition winter weddings as a desirable product?
Dramatic Winter Entrances
Nothing beats snow-covered landscapes when it comes to drama. But why not make the most of it with a cinematic entrance that emphasizes the landscape and the weather?
A snowmobile could not only beat the logistics challenges of reaching through a forest or to a mountain venue, but it also creates the memorable arrival winter couples need. With minimal planning and equipment, aside from a professional driver and a snowmobile trailer, you can design a safe entrance across a snowy terrain. Besides, this could rapidly become a signature winter service for wedding planners, creating a unique experience that nobody will forget.
Winter Wonderland Decor
Winter may not have the same appeal as a fall or spring landscape, but it has a distinct design language. Snow can become an integral part of the setting, paired with evergreen foliage, neutral tones, and rich metallic accents to create a sense of warmth and intimacy.
Additionally, a snowy landscape can open the door to delightful snow structures and delicate fairy lights for outdoor spaces.
Winter Photoshoots
Snow reflects light and creates a soft and even illumination, which is ideal for mesmerizing photos. Besides, a white background is a cleaner and more dramatic sight for wedding images that will feel timeless and powerful.
For wedding photographers, winter weddings can become some of the best promotional material available, creating a distinctive and unique story for each couple.
Winter weddings may not take off to be as popular as summer and fall weddings, but there is definitely an untapped market here.
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