15 Ideas to Include in Your New Year's Eve Wedding
From sparkly attire to festive favors, discover how to have a wedding that rings in the New Year.
As a couple, hosting New Year's Eve nuptials will be a time of reflection on where you've been and a chance to celebrate becoming husband and wife while welcoming the new year.
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It's almost New Year's Eve! As 2024 comes to a close, many couples are spending the end of the year reflecting on their first year of marriage, their upcoming wedding, or their recent engagement! Regardless of where you are in your relationship and wedding planning timeline, 2025 is sure to be a year of love and celebration with even happier days ahead.
While many brides- and grooms-to-be debate hosting their nuptials on a holiday weekend, a New Year's Eve soirée is one holiday event that will likely be entirely embraced by most of your wedding guests. It will give loved ones something to look forward to and it is a wonderful way to ring in the new year with a fantastic party that will be remembered for years to come. As a couple, hosting a New Year's Eve wedding will be a time of reflection on where you've been as well as a chance to celebrate becoming husband and wife while welcoming the new year.
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Photo by Studio EMP; From Real Wedding: Modern + White New Year's Eve Wedding in Costa Mesa, California
So whether or not you're considering having a New Year's Eve wedding or celebrating the new year with friends and family, take a look at 15 festive New Year's Eve wedding ideas that will help you to ring in the new year as husband and wife.
1. Shimmering Bridal Gown
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Photo by Rene Zadori Photography; Floral Design by Eddie Zaratsian Lifestyle & Design; From Real Wedding:Blue, White & Gold Wedding at Historic Ballroom in Downtown LA
2. Glitter Invitation Suite with Confetti Motif
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Photo by Nakai Photography; From Real Wedding: New Year's Eve Wedding with Glittering Metallic Details in Chicago
3. Hangover Kit Favors
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Photo by Rob and Wynter Photography; From Real Wedding: MLB Player's White, Black & Gold NYE Ballroom Wedding in Atlanta
4. Sequin Bridesmaid Dresses
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Photo by Paige Jones; Planning & Design by Bluebell Events; From Real Wedding: Lively, Colorful Wedding at Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
5. New Year's Eve Tiaras
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Photo by Callaway Gable; Planning & Design by Bob Gail Events; From Real Wedding: Festive New Year's Eve Wedding with Surprises in Beverly Hills
6. New Year's Resolutions Guest Book
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Photo by Rob and Wynter Photography; From Real Wedding: MLB Player's White, Black & Gold NYE Ballroom Wedding in Atlanta
7. Countdown Cocktail Napkins
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Photo by Nakai Photography; From Real Wedding: New Year's Eve Wedding with Glittering Metallic Details in Chicago
8. New Year's Hats, Horns & Glasses
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Photo by Rob and Wynter Photography; From Real Wedding: A New Year's Eve Wedding at the Bride's Family Home in Texas
Photo by Stephania Campos; From Real Wedding: MLB Player's White, Black & Gold NYE Ballroom Wedding in Atlanta
9. Glittering Reception Décor
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Photo by Nakai Photography; From Real Wedding: New Year's Eve Wedding with Glittering Metallic Details in Chicago
10. Balloon Drop
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Photo by Studio EMP; From Real Wedding: Modern + White New Year's Eve Wedding in Costa Mesa, California
11. Countdown Clock
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Photo by Rob and Wynter Photography; From Real Wedding: MLB Player's White, Black & Gold NYE Ballroom Wedding in Atlanta
12. Vibrant Dance Floor
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Photo by Callaway Gable; Planning & Design by Bob Gail Events; From Real Wedding: Festive New Year's Eve Wedding with Surprises in Beverly Hills
13. Sparkler Exit
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Photo by Karlisch Photography; From Real Wedding: A Festive New Year's Eve Wedding at an Art Deco Venue in Dallas
14. Disco Balls & Exciting After-Party
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Photo by Nakai Photography; From Real Wedding: New Year's Eve Wedding with Glittering Metallic Details in Chicago
15. Festive Champagne Wedding Favors
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Photo by Studio EMP; From Real Wedding: Modern + White New Year's Eve Wedding in Costa Mesa, California
For more ideas related to the new year, discover 10 reasons to have a New Year's Eve wedding, view ways to incorporate velvet wedding ideas into your big day, and see the pros and cons of saying "I do" on New Year's Eve!
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