Your Guide to Eloping in Winter
How to Elope in the Snow!
Why Elope in the Winter?
Is winter your favorite time of year? Do you and your partner anticipate hitting the slopes every year? If you love the snow a winter elopement may be perfect for ya!
Winter elopements call for fun, unique adventures and the peace and solace of the snow.
Where to Elope
Best Places to in Elope in the US:
- Utah
- Colorado
- Alaska
Best Places to in Elope in the Internationally:
- Patagonia
- Switzerland
- The Alps
- Canada
- Japan
What to do for a Winter Elopement
There are a lot of ways to enjoy your winter elopement. Here are some ideas!
- Go skiing or snowboarding at a ski resort.
- Go backcountry skiing, split boarding, snowshoeing, or cross-country skiing.
- Go for a dogsled ride.
- Go snowmobiling.
- Sled down slopes + have a snowball fight.
- Spend some time by a fire
- Stay in a backcountry yurt or cabin
- Bundle up for a horse drawn carriage ride
- Go hiking through the snow
What to Wear
When eloping in winter, staying warm is a pretty top priority. Here are some ideas of things to wear so you can be comfortable on your wedding day!
Layering
- Skin toned, fleece lined leggings
- Wool base layers
- Cute gloves
- Puffy jackets or nice coats
- Wool socks + waterproof or insulated boots
- Scarves, beanies, and earmuffs
Footwear
- Wearing waterproof boots with good traction is a must for your wedding day.
- Traction spikes, snowshoes, or skis may be helpful for traveling across the snow.
Dresses + Suits for Winter Elopements
Choosing wedding attire that is suitable for winter is also important! Here is some advice
- Choose a dress with long sleeves for more warmth.
- Pick attire that is a thicker material. Think velvet or silk for dresses. Wool, tweed, or velvet is good for suits.
- Pick attire that is easy to move in + can fit base layers underneath
Tips For Staying Warm!
Along with layering and choosing fitting wedding attire, there are a few other ways to stay warm.
- Hand and foot warmers work wonders.
- You can also bring a backpacking stove, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, or spirits to warm up with.
- Include movement in your day!
- Take some time inside to warm up. Break for lunch, warm up with dinner, or sit by a fire.
Other Things to Keep in Mind
Winter conditions can mean road closures and longer travel times. Always budget in more time for travel and look into road closures.
Have a plan B. Areas may become inaccessible, weather may become dangerous, or the snow may be unstable. Be ok with having a true adventure!
Always consider avalanche danger. A good way to do that is to watch the weather leading up to your day, be familiar with avalanche terrain, and get reports from local avalanche organizations.
This post contains affiliate links to products recommended!
Ready to Elope in the Snow?
I can’t wait to help you plan your adventurous wedding day. Let’s take your love on a wild adventure!
