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5 Ways to Warm up Your Winter Wedding at KO

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Winter weather is upon us and baby, it’s cold outside (at least for us Texans). But don’t let the frigid weather keep you from having an outdoor wedding, because if done right, winter weddings can be truly magical. Here are just a few ways that you can keep your guests warm and happy all night long!

To Have & To Hold in Case You Get Cold
Keep your guests cozy and warm during the ceremony by providing fleece blankets. This allows them to focus on you instead of how cold they are. It’s a win-win! Pro-tip: match the blankets with your color palette for that extra “wow” factor.
Wrap up in Faux Fur
Just because the temperature drops, doesn’t mean you have to give up your dream dress! Wrap up in a faux fur stole… for warmth and for style. You might want to give your bridesmaids a stole or a long sleeve dress, after all, they have to stand up there with you!
Add Warmth (Literally)

Place your sweetheart table in front of the fireplace & add space heaters to keep your guests warm during the reception. If it’s really chilly, roll down the clear walls to keep the heat in.

Hot Drinks Bar
Warm up your guests by serving hot chocolate or hot apple cider. Or even coffee service for a late night pick-me-up. **Bonus points if the bar is serving Bailey’s!
S’more Love Please
A s’mores bar is ALWAYS a good idea. It gives your guests a sweet treat while adding a bit of coziness to the reception. Plus, the kids will love it too!

5 Reasons to Consider a Friday or Sunday Wedding Date

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Did you know that Friday weddings have a higher RSVP count over Saturdays? In fact, our biggest weddings take place on Fridays. That’s what our data has suggested and we’ve been tracking it for over 5 years. It might be that Austin has that kind of destination wedding pull and it might be that Fridays are psychologically the kick off to the weekend but any way you look at it, we couldn’t be more happy. Why? Because that means that couples have more options than they think they have. Here are 5 reasons to consider a non Saturday event.

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1. You’ll Save Money
Saturday tends to be the most popular day of the week to get married which means it’s also the most expensive. By booking on a Friday or Sunday, you could save a pretty big chunk of money on the venue as well as other vendors. Worried that your guests won’t show up? Don’t! Anyone who really means something to you will be there regardless of the day of the week. We’ve done weddings on every single day of the week and the data is there; your guests will come!
2. Venue Availability
If you are dead set on a season or specific month, Saturday dates are going to be hard to find (especially during high season) unless you’re booking over a year in advance. If you are flexible in the day of the week, you are more likely to get the time of year you prefer at your top venue choice. Always be pickier over the time of year that speaks to you, over the day of the week.
3. Secure Your Preferred Vendors
It’s not the wedding of your dreams if all you can secure is your venue. Like good venues, good vendors tend to book up fast! By choosing a Friday or Sunday date, you are more likely to get your vendor dream team and might even save a few dollars while you’re at it.
4. Make it a Week-long Event
Austin is a popular wedding destination where most guests want to visit. Give your guests a mini vacay by having your wedding on Friday, downtown activities on Saturday, and farewell brunch on Sunday (or vice versa with a welcome brunch on Friday, and the wedding on Sunday). An alternate wedding date gives your guests the chance to explore the city a little; and trust us they’ll thank you!
5. It’s More Convenient
Consider your guest list. The average wedding in this area has 75% of their guests coming in from out of town/state. Believe it or not, the day of the week doesn’t deter this fact. Weekday flying is actually cheaper than weekend and if they are making a mini vacation out of their trip, then all the more reason to take off a Friday or Monday. If folks will take a day off to get their nails done or get their oil changed, trust me when I say that taking a day off for your wedding is not a big deal for most guests. It’s certainly worth a consideration!

 

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