What can November please you with? Gloomy days without glimpses of sunshine and warmth? A gloomy sky with ragged clouds crawling low over gray houses? Cold nasty rain that seems to never end? And a wedding with a frozen bride wrapped in a stole, and guests trying to save the beauty of their hairstyles and outfits from gusts of wind?
No. Stop being pessimistic. November is wonderful. These are bright clusters of red rowan and shaggy green branches of pine trees. This is the first fluffy snow and frost that has managed to bind the annoying puddles. This is the aroma of late apples, pears and the variety of a vegetable basket.
And, of course, the beauty of a November wedding - cozy, homely, tender. Don't give up on the idea of having a wedding in November.
Folk signs and a variety of unusual creative solutions clearly say that a wedding in November is an excellent option to organize an unforgettable celebration.
How to place accents at a November wedding: choosing a style
Let's not dwell on the obvious advantages of a wedding in November. For a couple who has chosen a wedding date for the last days of autumn, the advantages have already been assessed, the signs of a wedding in November have been studied, and a favorable day has been chosen.
A long and responsible preparation process begins. And you need to take everything into account so that the dull landscapes of November do not become the basis of memories.
What should you focus on? Against the background of dark, faded colors, delicate tones with an emphasis on bright, but few details will look original.
The light should be soft and warm, creating comfort. In design, preference is given to natural materials. But there is no place for classical compositions at a November wedding. Everything should be natural and comfortable.
The colors of nature itself will help create a mood and a warm atmosphere. By using garnet and gold, red and yellow, which set the mood for autumn bliss, and combining them with stylish decor, you will create a stylish celebration.
You can also choose the current muted range in nut, chocolate and coffee shades.
Therefore, when choosing a style for a wedding in November, eco, rustic, and rustic themes are ideal. Considering that at such a holiday you often have to use a lot of little things, you will have to think through all the details.
And simple and ordinary things, combined with unusual design solutions and interesting elements, will help to focus attention not on the gray, dark colors of November, but on the colorfulness and naturalness of your wedding.
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Walk in Tsaritsyno Park
Favorable shooting time
In late autumn, it is important to choose the right time for shooting so that daylight beautifully emphasizes the subject of the photo. Daylight hours are divided into several ranges:
- Morning dawn light from 8-15 to 9-00. The sun is at its zenith 12-20. Evening pre-sunset light from 15-30 to 16-10.
Pros of a November wedding
- Inexpensive wedding services;
- Large selection of holiday dates;
- A large number of free restaurants;
- The wedding will not be standard;
- There is no queue at the registry office.
In November, restaurants, just like in other months, hold holiday celebrations, only at lower prices. And all because November is no longer wedding season. This means that finding a suitable place for the celebration will not be difficult. In general, in November, prices for holding events drop noticeably. This is an ideal month for holding both a modest and a magnificent wedding. Young people will not have to stand in lines, order an outfit in advance, or look for a free hall. Preparing for the holiday will be calm and pleasant.
November wedding venue and decor ideas
November is not the time for wedding rush. Therefore, the newlyweds have a great opportunity to organize a painting and a fuss-free wedding ceremony.
This is a good reason for outdoor painting. But still, you shouldn’t rely on weather conditions for painting outdoors, since November is too unpredictable.
It is better to use picturesque places near lakes or in the forest for walks and photo shoots in November. And organize the painting itself on the terrace of a country house.
The ceremonies look quite original against the backdrop of a glass wall, behind which the November weather is raging. The contrast of comfort, warm ambience, gentle tones with the piercing wind, shaking leaves and dark colors creates a stunning effect.
But when it is problematic to take out all the guests, you can stop at a city banquet in a restaurant.
We decorate the wedding with leaves, branches, rowan berries
Such natural materials are a must-have for a November wedding.
Use multi-colored maple leaves to create an arch. Bouquets and interesting compositions are created from bright leaves and twigs of rowan. Leaves can also be used to mark the seats of guests.
Make a wishing tree from an unusual branch or use the branches to create table decorations.
Apples in wedding decor in November
It would simply be unforgivable to miss out on such a wonderful autumn accessory.
Apples fit perfectly into any fall wedding theme. The brightness of the colorful palette of autumn apples will help create unforgettable compositions. Moreover, this fall, simplicity in design is in fashion. Apples are used both as place cards, and in the form of gifts and compliments for guests, and simply in design solutions, in bouquets.
Pumpkin in November wedding decor
Other gifts of autumn will also be appropriate at a wedding in November. Pay attention to the pumpkin.
It is simply stupid to classify this bright, stylish autumn vegetable only as a symbol of Halloween. Moreover, the holiday, which has Western Catholic roots and history, has not become so dear to our compatriots.
For us, a pumpkin is rather a symbol of autumn, a symbol of harvest, wealth and prosperity.
Place pumpkins on tables, use them as flowerpots, candle stands, and bases for compositions. Pumpkins will also look good as a decoration for a room or local area. Pumpkins are also used for photo zones.
A wedding photo shoot in November looks great with pumpkins and other autumn gifts.
Stones in November wedding decor
Don’t be surprised, the most ordinary stones, which can be collected both on forest paths and on the seashore in summer, will fit perfectly into the interior of a wedding in November.
Such simple material will decorate flowerpots, can become place cards, numbers for a wedding lottery, or simply an element of compositions.
Acrylic paints will help give the stones a stylish look, with which you can apply the necessary marks or paint them in the required shades.
You can use fabric, lace or ribbons along with the stones to create a special stylish look.
Eco details for a wedding in November
Rustic motifs in wedding decor for a November wedding include natural and natural details.
Therefore, nuts with cones, acorns, moss, and even unusual benches, fences made of branches, and even barrels would be appropriate for decorating rooms. Supplement all this with rowan branches, compositions of dry branches, Christmas tree paws and the wedding decor will be extraordinary.
Signs and traditions
The good news is that in Rus', getting married in November was considered a good omen for the start of family life. Our ancestors believed that a couple who got married in November would live their lives in prosperity, because autumn is a rich time.
By November, the harvest is already over, and there is not as much housework as in the summer, so many couples got married in this month. There is no fasting in November, which means the newlyweds could get married in church and not limit themselves to anything during the wedding feast.
There are signs related to a wedding in November:
- The bride is recommended to wear gold and discreetly pin a pin on her clothes. It is believed that this will protect her from the evil eye;
- a coin placed in the bride’s shoe promises prosperity for the couple;
- a man who gets married in November acquires a faithful companion who will care for and cherish him for the rest of his life;
- If it starts snowing the night before the wedding, the bride must walk through the freshly fallen snow. Thus, she will become the only woman for her husband for the rest of her life;
- Before the wedding, the groom must go outside with an autumn leaf and a rowan branch in his hands. He must give one of these items to the first person he meets: if the groom meets a woman, she will receive a leaf from him, and this will guarantee the fidelity of the young wife. If a man meets first, he must take a rowan branch from the groom, and then the family will never know the need.
Here's what the weather meant on the wedding day:
- frost is a good sign for the young, promising them the birth of a healthy heir;
- snow promises happiness to the newlyweds, and rain promises material wealth;
- thunder is a bad omen, promising instability and problems for the marriage;
- wind on a wedding day means that one of the spouses will be unfaithful to his other half.
You should not take omens too seriously, especially not focus on bad omens. How the marriage turns out depends mainly on the young people themselves.
Banquet and refreshments at a wedding in November
We do not shy away from the chosen theme of naturalness and naturalness when decorating tables and creating banquet menus.
Every detail should convey notes of family comfort and love.
November wedding table
A special atmosphere will be created by lit candles on the tables. When serving, it is better to use dishes of the same style.
Plates and flowerpots with gilding will look beautiful. It is better to use napkins to match the wedding color scheme. “Sprinkle” the glasses with artificial frost. Let them sparkle like the first November snow.
The autumn abundance of fruits and vegetables helps not only to diversify serving ideas, but also to prepare many interesting dishes. The menu simply must include grilled vegetables, mushrooms, and fruit pies.
In November, the idea of a buffet is not entirely appropriate.
The cold forces guests to warm themselves with something. And those invited do not always choose outdoor games or dancing for this purpose. To avoid strong alcoholic drinks to warm you up, be sure to include hot dishes in the menu.
And if the banquet begins immediately after a walk, it is better to change traditions and start not with light salads and festive snacks, but with serving hot dishes. They will envelop guests with their unforgettable aromas and, of course, warm them up.
In November, you can already put various punches and grog on the tables. Even ladies will like such warming drinks with rum.
Wedding cake in November
The cake occupies a special place on the wedding table. How should it be different at a November wedding?
Of course, the design. To do this, you can make leaves and bunches of rowan from mastic.
Fruits, even fresh ones, would also be appropriate on the cake as decoration, as well as berries.
Chocolate cakes or sweets with chocolate icing fit perfectly into the November theme.
Outfits and accessories for the bride and groom
Typically, the bride chooses a traditional white dress for her wedding. But here it is necessary to take into account that the weather in November is far from warm.
It is advisable to take replacement shoes with you, for example, classic pumps for the registry office and restaurant, and ankle boots for walking around the city and photo shoots on the street.
It is wise to wear flesh-colored tights or leggings - they will not be visible under a long dress, but the bride will not freeze. On top you will have to throw on a shawl, bolero or light jacket, and if the day turns out to be very cold - even a sheepskin coat.
If the newlyweds have chosen a retro-style wedding, a bright knee-length dress would be appropriate. A wedding in November dictates special requirements in choosing the outfit of the future wife.
The bride can use as accessories:
- an elegant hat with a veil;
- long white gloves;
- beads and other amber jewelry that go perfectly with a white dress and fully correspond to the autumn theme.
Attention! We have a separate article about choosing a warm and beautiful dress for the cold season. Here she is.
You can add notes of autumn to your wedding bouquet: for example, dilute the floral arrangement with yellow leaves.
It is advisable for the bride to have the necessary minimum of cosmetics with her, as well as wet and dry wipes, so that in case of bad weather she can quickly touch up her makeup. It is better to use waterproof cosmetics.
The groom can keep warm by wearing a vest under his jacket - this will look very stylish and will also allow him to stay warm outside. In case of extreme cold, a coat would be appropriate. An elegant scarf or hat will help complete the look. The color and style of the suit must match the bride's wedding dress.
Wedding printing
Guests should learn about the theme of the wedding when they receive invitations.
Therefore, try to ensure that the notes of November are visible in your wedding printing.
Guests can be told about the original direction of the celebration by leaves used as decorations or photos of the newlyweds against the backdrop of a landscape with fallen leaves. Such elements can be used in any printing paraphernalia: in the design of invitations, wish lists or wish lists, seating lists, wish cards.
Sweet November! our rustic wedding 11/1/14
Hello, now it's time to write your report) Well, let's get started. Our names are Sasha and Seryozha and now I can proudly say that we are an official family. We've been together for 7 years now. On my 5th anniversary, November 8th, I received the coveted ring and a proposal. Preparation: Initially there were many ideas and options, but when I accidentally came across a photo of one photographer, I realized that this was it..mine..and this style was called rustic. In the end there were two palettes:
I have always dreamed of getting married in the fall, and November is a special month for my husband and me. There were options 1 and 8, but the 8th was dropped immediately, since my husband will be on a business trip at that time. The first one remains!! To be honest, it was very difficult to persuade him to have a wedding in November, Seryozha wanted to postpone it to spring or summer. But there are so many advantages to a November wedding: - it’s no longer the season and many are ready to offer their services cheaper - autumn weddings are beautiful with their flowers. I convinced my husband, chose the date, and decided on the style. The registry office We chose the one closest to our house, Central. And we were pleased with the beautiful hall.
Bride and Groom Looks: I wanted a long lace dress and boots. And of course, a knitted stole! My mother and husband found the dress and boots quite quickly, and my mother knitted the stole. And he was a masterpiece!! Everyone who saw him was delighted. I ordered a cream coat from Ali Express. Of course, we took a lot of risks, but the coat arrived on time, fit true to size and was beautiful.
Accessories: I found the perfect earrings...and it will be strange...in Eva. And I made the hoop myself, although for a very long time I couldn’t decide what exactly I wanted. A wreath with real flowers would have died almost immediately; with artificial ones it seemed to look good, but something was not right.
We initially wanted a brown tweed suit for my husband, but then we found the same one...and it was blue and not tweed, and we had to urgently add blue to the overall concept. We bought a cream shirt, and I sewed the bow tie myself... No, there were a lot of beautiful ones on sale, but Seryozha had doubts and couldn’t even choose a color... and when I started adding fabrics to at least decide on the color, my husband definitely said, who wants a butterfly from this fabric!!!! I had to sew. The shoes were bought the next day after buying my boots, and they suited mine and the look as a whole very harmoniously) Bridal bouquet If we talk about the bouquet, then I was really lucky with it!!! As well as with the florist. It was made by a wonderful girl, Lilya, talented and pleasant) When my dad picked it up from the salon and brought it to us, I simply froze with delight. He was stunning, stylish, unusual... and very heavy... he could really kill the young lady who caught him. And on October 31st, late in the evening, I had to do a double)
The double turned out to be interesting and light, ideal for throwing, and I decided to keep the bouquet from the florist after the wedding... and it stood for 14 days!!!!!! which made me very happy))) Makeup and hairstyle. I have a hairdresser, Tanechka, who has been cutting my hair and doing my hair since school. And of course I turned to her. I also found out that she took a makeup course and I decided to do a sample... and I liked the makeup even more than the hairstyle)) So Tanya became my stylist) Photographer We reviewed the portfolio a lot, even argued about some. For some we were not satisfied with the price, for others the photos themselves. And then they found Vanya Aristov. He is simply a wonderful photographer and looking at his portfolio, we unanimously decided that he would be our photographer on this important day for us. He had to travel from another city to film us. It was a little scary, of course, without a preliminary meeting, without an agreement, but we trusted our intuition. And they were not mistaken!! My husband and I recommend Vanya!!!!!!he is a professional in his field and the photos turned out wonderful!!! Choice of presenter: Natalia Gladkova became her. In general, we are satisfied with her work, but the DJ who was paired with her outraged us!!!!!!Before the wedding, we sent off a list of the music we wanted. As a result, she played almost all the music on the list as background. And she sang terrible pop songs, and played Ukrainian drinking songs from time to time for dancing. We and the guests told her about this several times, but it seemed like she didn’t care. Moreover, the music was so loud that I had to constantly approach her and ask her to turn down the volume. As a result, few people danced... This is the main moment that saddened us on our wedding day. Wedding dance...we didn't prepare it, we just danced a slow dance to a song that was meaningful to us. Choosing a Restaurant Initially, we chose the Stare Misto restaurant. We booked a “white room” with a capacity of up to 30 people, but the administrator didn’t even deign us with her attention, one of the waitresses simply said that before September, so that we wouldn’t even call (to clarify the menu) Damn, it was as strange as if... then it’s not we who want to order a banquet from them, but we owe them something. As a result, my husband and I, after consulting, decided to look for another option. And we chose the MAR&MUR restaurant. There we held the banquet. I would especially like to mention Masha, the administrator. She was our assistant both before the wedding and on the wedding day!!!! A very beautiful and sympathetic girl) The food and service were super, everything was fresh and tasty. And there was a lot of food. That food would have been enough for 30-35 people! ! Restaurant decoration. I really value my strengths, and I couldn’t have done it without my beloved family (especially my mother), husband and other helpers) Arka: This is a small but very significant gift from my parents. Dad and mom made the frame together, everything else was left to mom. And the arch was magnificent and 100% homemade)
All the decor was made by me and my mother. And I was in charge of flowers and compositions. And it worked out well for me)
Candy - the bar is entirely the merit of my mother, I just added a little decor and bought nuts, marshmallows and candies. Many of the guests thought that we ordered or bought baskets, adits, brownies.
We also had a table where there was a box where guests put cards of wishes and took soaps for their wishes, which I cooked for each guest))))
Administrator Masha said that this is the best decoration she has seen!! And she has seen them... these decorators. Invitations and seating cards: Again, I did it myself, since I have been doing creativity for a long time and for me this was just my thing.
Wedding day: I barely woke up at 5.40, my husband got up at 6. Exactly at 6, the stylist called and said that she was stuck on our floor in the elevator. While we were waiting for the technicians, I made her coffee. Half an hour later we freed her and Tanya began to cast a spell on me) My husband managed to prepare coffee and breakfast for us, talk to us a little and do a bunch of other important things. After I was ready, we released the stylist, my husband helped me get dressed and we went to a meeting with the photographer. Walk Oh, we were frozen) Although the photo walk was cool and sincere. We immediately found a common language with the photographer and from the first photo we relaxed and enjoyed ourselves) We took pictures in the KPI park.
REGISTRY OFFICE We had a painting scheduled for 2:00 pm. Everything went smoothly and nicely) Only if it weren’t for the photographers and videographers who imposed their services on our relatives and my husband and me.
After the registry office we went to another park (which was not far from the restaurant), the photographer took several pictures of us against the background of the sunset and by 4:45 we were in the restaurant)
Then everything was as usual: we accepted congratulations, broke and salted a loaf, ate, laughed, participated in competitions, danced the first dance, I sang a song to my husband and, of course, cut a beautiful and delicious cake. Well, they kissed) Where would we be without kissing? Here the photos will be amateur:
After the end of the banquet, many guests wanted to take part of the decor and flowers, they liked it so much) And if it weren’t for this DJ, then everything would have been just awesome)) Throughout the wedding and after it, we listened to enthusiastic compliments and reviews about our wedding. And by the way, people still remember her)) And of course, I’ll write about the budget. All the preparation, and in general, for several years now we have been managing the family budget and entering all income and expenses) We spent 32,000 UAH on everything, I’ll also throw in a couple of thousand for little things that my mother bought and did not allow us to give her money!! Total total budget: 35,000 for 30 people (of which in fact there were 25) General impression: we didn’t think through the music to the end... And we didn’t immediately strictly say “NO” to the repertoire that they have. Maybe someone liked him, but we didn’t! I also received incredible pleasure from the process of preparation and decoration especially) And the guests were pleased with the atmosphere and the holiday itself.
Wedding procession in November
When decorating cars in a wedding cortege for a November wedding, you can move away from standard solutions.
Take golden ears of wheat, branches with ripe bunches of rowan or viburnum for decoration, and weave garlands of multi-colored foliage. Such unusual ideas will attract the attention of not only guests, but also passers-by on the street.
And even if strangers, looking at your wedding cortege, rejoice at your happiness and wish you mental happiness.
Wedding bouquet in November
Seasonal flowers add a special flavor to autumn wedding bouquets.
And it doesn’t have to be roses, which have long been considered an integral attribute of a wedding. Consider using wheat ears and autumn foliage in a bouquet. Take a closer look at trendy succulents.
Don’t forget about the autumn symbol of innocence – fragrant freesia, and the symbol of love – asters.
Chrysanthemums and gerberas would be appropriate in a November wedding bouquet. Add apples, cones, bunches of viburnum, and ripe rose hips to the flowers. And if you still want a bouquet of roses, consider the option of roses made from fallen leaves.
The best days for a celebration
According to the Chinese horoscope, 2021 is the year of the White Metal Ox, and its corresponding digital symbol is 5, a sign of fertility and abundance. This means that the entire year 2021 is favorable for the creation of a new unit of society. At the same time, it is best to hold a wedding not on the weekend, but on Friday, because on this day the stars are ruled by Venus, which provides protection to lovers.
Thus, the most favorable dates for marriage are all Fridays in November, which in 2021 fall on the 5th and 12th, as well as the 19th and 26th. A marriage concluded on these dates promises to be happy and prosperous.
It is not advisable to get married during the new moon and full moon that fall on November 11th and 25th.
It is best to celebrate the wedding during those time periods when Venus is in the sign of Libra. In November these are the periods from 9 to 15 and from 28 to 30. However, do not forget that fasting begins on November 28, and at this time the newlyweds can no longer get married.
Thus, the most suitable day for a wedding in November 2021 is November 13th. Many people consider “thirteenth” a bad number, but from an astrological point of view, this particular date is very favorable for creating a new family.
Gifts for guests at a wedding in November
Place gifts in bags. The main thing is to choose the right fabric.
Take coarse burlap, which is used to make original bonbonniere bags. They can be filled like regular bonbonnieres with chocolates, lollipops, and cookies.
But the fashion for bonbonnieres is gradually becoming a thing of the past. Today, young people are trying to give guests more original souvenirs.
Take advantage of seasonal gift ideas for guests. These can be jars of jam, honey or jam.
More substantial gift options are also suitable. Seasonal gifts in the form of warm blankets, scarves, and pillows will help you warm up and surprise your guests.
