Well, in all honesty – nothing! The gardens have been put to bed, the snow has covered them over and the cold weather is settling in. However, January can be a great time to forage outside for wintry greens, lichens, pine cones, branches and other interesting items.
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Another creative option can be utilizing dried botanicals. Although, they are often found more in autumn designs, I have found that couples are embracing their florists creativity and giving them the freedom to do something unique and unexpected. Dried or bleached nigella pods, babies breath and/or ferns can give you a really stunning, even wintry style.
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Candles are always a perfect fit for a wintry tablescape and can even be a dramatic display with minimal or even without florals. My advice – embrace the season! Use those short, winter days to create a really romantic, candlelight design. Or incorporate seasonal aspects like pine cones and winter greens, it will make your wedding design uniquely yours.