There are so many places that you can get married that there is no reason to limit yourself to venues specifically marketed to weddings. If you’re not quite sure what kind of venue is right for you, Alyssa Griffith of Rose Gold Events suggests that you “keep an open mind. Think about places you loved as a kid, trips you’ve taken with your partner, fun adventures, and the like. Weddings can happen almost anywhere.”

Winter is my favorite season for a wedding. Since fewer weddings take place during these chilly months, yours will naturally stand out, and there are so many wonderful ways to embrace the season! Here, check out five things you can only get away with at a winter wedding.

Make it Snow

Okay, so you can't actually control the weather (and you probably wouldn't want a snowstorm to hit on your wedding day anyway!). But you can make it "snow" as you walk down the aisle: