Legend has it that whomever's name has faded the most will marry next. For an extra bit of luck, follow the English custom of stitching a tiny horseshoe into the lining of your gown. According to tradition, the horseshoe will protect against negativity. Sometimes adding a twist to an old tradition can be as fun as finding a new one. Even autumn leaves, sunflower seeds or paper snowflakes look charming as they flutter through the air.
Warm drinks add a fun, cozy touch to winter weddings.
Mulled ciders and wines are always in good taste, but if you have a cold-weather favorite, talk to your bartender or caterer about the possibility of including it. To make 4 large cups of Glogg, combine one bottle of dry red wine and 1 cup of Madeira in a saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon ground cardamom and one cinnamon stick, and bring to a simmer over low heat. Mulled cider is the quintessential cold-weather drink that you can infuse with your preferred flavors. Cinnamon, star anise, cloves, lemon peel, ginger and nutmeg are delicious choices singly or in combinations.