Rachel & Tom celebrated the loveliest December wedding at King Family Vineyards surrounded by snowy Blue Ridge Mountain views, candlelight, lush winter greenery, and romantic floral design in rich shades of red, blue, and white.
The color palette leaned wintery and nostalgic in deep reds, icy blues, layered greenery, and soft whites that felt like snowfall drifting through the mountains surrounding Crozet, Virginia.
Tom & Rachel are genuinely some of the sweetest people. On his already busy wedding day, Tom still took the time to cheer me on while I successfully backed the U-Haul into place at the venue.
Throughout the wedding day, thoughtful and intentional details were everywhere. Memory tables lined the cocktail hour space with photographs of beloved family members, friends, and pets who were deeply missed and lovingly remembered throughout the celebration.
Indoor Winter Wedding at King Family Vineyards
Because December weather in Virginia is never entirely predictable, Rachel & Tom chose to host both their ceremony and reception inside The Carriage House at King Family Vineyards. The decision created an intimate and cozy atmosphere filled with candlelight, layered floral installations, and warm winter textures.
Hosting both events in the same space also allowed our floral team to intentionally transition ceremony flowers into the reception design throughout the evening. Candles and lanterns from the ceremony aisle were later moved onto reception tables, while the flower meadow boxes lining the ceremony aisle were repurposed in front of the DJ booth and sweetheart table to create even more visual impact during the reception.
Fireplace Floral Installation with Winter Greenery
To transform the Carriage House for both ceremony and reception moments, the couple chose two large-scale floral installations.
The first installation centered around the stone fireplace where lush smilax greenery climbed the chimney. The movement of the greenery connected the full mantel installation to a smaller floral arrangement on the hearth. Large lanterns and candles created an immersive festive winter feel throughout the ceremony space.
The snowy weather outside paired beautifully with the cool blue tones woven throughout the floral design. The entire space felt deeply connected to the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding the vineyard.
Sweetheart Table Floral Installation
The second large installation framed Rachel & Tom’s sweetheart table for the evening, creating a dramatic floral backdrop for dinner, speeches, and both their first and last dances of the night.
Layered greenery, candlelight, and winter florals surrounded the couple and helped the reception feel intimate despite the large open space inside the Carriage House.
Winter Wedding Flowers in Red, Blue, and White
Greenery played a major role throughout the floral design, paired with layered shades of red ranging from deep burgundy to brighter holiday-inspired tones, accented by soft blue and white flowers. The soft blue tones mirrored the snowy Blue Ridge Mountains, as though we had brought a bit of snowfall indoors.
Additional focal flowers included:
- blue thistle
- red Gerbera daisies
- cobra lilies
- several varieties of red roses
- winter greenery
- smilax vine
The tables featured a mix of floral centerpieces, gold lanterns, layered candlelight, and greenery woven throughout the reception design. Round guest tables incorporated both floral and lantern arrangements. The long banquet tables featured gold lanterns surrounded by candles, greenery, and winter florals for a warm and romantic atmosphere.
Petite Cascading Bridal Bouquet
Rachel requested a petite cascading bridal bouquet — a style that is deceptively difficult to execute well. Cascading bouquets are known for requiring careful movement and balance; designing one on a smaller, more delicate scale can be trickier.
Surprisingly, her bouquet came together almost effortlessly. The flowers naturally fell into an extra-long, petite cascade with beautiful movement and shape. It’s always one of the best feelings as a florist when the flowers simply fall into place exactly as envisioned.
A Cozy and Romantic Winter Wedding in Virginia
Between the snowfall, candlelight, lush greenery, layered florals, and intentional personal details, Rachel & Tom’s King Family Vineyards wedding felt incredibly warm, romantic, and inviting.
The combination of winter textures, floral installations, and cozy indoor reception design created a celebration that felt timeless, immersive, and deeply personal. It’s the perfect way to embrace a snowy December wedding in Virginia.
King Family Vineyards Vendor Team
Working with an incredible team is something I don’t take for granted & this team truly brought their all!
Planner | A&J Event Planning and Coordination | @aandj_eventcoordination
Venue | King Family Vineyards | @kingfamilyweddings
Photographer | Sarah Houston Photography | @sarahhoustonphotography
Videographer | Rettig Co. Photo & Films | @rettigco
Catering | Take Out 250 | @takeout250
Cake | Cake Bloom | @cakebloom
Florist | One Last Avocado Floral Design | @onelastavocadofloraldesign
DJ | Sound Enforcement | @soundenforcement
Officiant | Pastor Edward Hopkins
HMU | Locks and Lashes | @locksandlashesva
Transportation | Easy Riders Bus Company | Albemarle Limousine | @albemarlelimousine
Rentals, draping, lighting, outdoor fire pit | MS Events | @mseventscville
Bridal Gown | Ashley Grace Bridal | @ashleygracebridal
Alterations | Of Earth and Thread | @ofearthandthread
Menswear | U.S. Army
Engagement Ring | Keyzar Jewelry | @keyzarjewelry
Wedding Bands | Schwarzschild Keller & George Jewelers | @schwarzchildjewelers
Bridal Nails | Pinky Talk | @pinkytalkstudio
FAQS
Where is King Family Vineyards located?
King Family Vineyards is a wedding venue located in Crozet, Virginia near Charlottesville. It is surrounded by beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain views and vineyard scenery.
Is King Family Vineyards a good venue for a winter wedding?
King Family Vineyards is an especially beautiful venue for winter weddings because of the cozy atmosphere inside The Carriage House, mountain views, and flexibility for indoor ceremony and reception layouts during unpredictable Virginia weather.
Can ceremony flowers be repurposed for the reception?
Absolutely. For this wedding, ceremony flowers, candles, lanterns, and floral meadow boxes were intentionally designed to transition into the reception space. Repurposing florals is a great way to maximize visual impact throughout the wedding day.
What flowers were used in this winter wedding floral design?
This wedding featured red roses, blue thistle, cobra lilies, misty blue limonium, winter greenery, smilax vine.
What colors work well for a winter wedding in Virginia?
Deep reds, icy blues, layered greenery, whites, candlelight tones, and rich textures work beautifully for Virginia winter weddings.
Can King Family Vineyards host both the ceremony and reception indoors?
Yes. The Carriage House at King Family Vineyards can accommodate both ceremony and reception setups indoors. This makes it a great option for winter weddings or unpredictable weather days.
What floral styles work best for winter weddings?
Winter weddings pair beautifully with layered greenery, candlelight, textured florals, dramatic installations, and rich seasonal color palettes that create warmth and atmosphere. Getting married this winter? Reach out to us for candle drenched and lush garden style floral designs.
Why are floral installations popular for wedding receptions?
Large floral installations help transform reception spaces and create focal points for important moments like dinner, speeches, and dancing. For this wedding, the sweetheart table installation framed the couple throughout the evening. It also added dramatic visual impact to the reception space.
