Champagne Towers & Winter Sun: Nicola & Duncan’s Dreamy Winter Wedding at Schivas Steading

When Nicola and Duncan envisioned their wedding, they wanted something cosy, magical, and completely unique—and they nailed it. Their Winter Wedding at Schivas Steading was the perfect mix of personal touches, seasonal vibes, and a party atmosphere that had everyone dancing waaaay before dinner. 💃✨

With a champagne tower 🥂 instead of a traditional cake cutting, a cosy vibe complete with candles 🕯️ and fur coats, and even a saxophonist-led power hour 🎷, this wedding was unforgettable. Let’s dive into the magic of their day!

Highlights from the Day

✨ Cosy Bridesmaids: Nicola’s bridesmaids stayed snug in fur coats, making for chic and seasonal photos. 🧥💐
✨ Impromptu Afternoon Dancing: A live singer had guests on the dancefloor before dinner even started! 🎤🕺
✨ Warm Winter Sun: A crisp, sunny winter’s day made for stunning golden light during their couples’ portraits. ☀️
✨ Champagne Tower: They toasted in style with an elegant champagne tower. 🥂✨
✨ Power Hour: A saxophonist brought high energy after the meal, turning up the party vibes. 🎷🎶
✨ Evening Outfit Change: Nicola swapped into a comfy evening outfit, perfect for dancing the night away. 👗💃
✨ Candlelit Romance: Romantic, intimate, and oh-so-cosy with candlelight everywhere. 🕯️💛

Cosy, Chic, & Oh-So-Wintery: The Details

Nicola and Duncan brought their vision of a winter wedding to life with thoughtful details that made the day feel like a warm hug. 🥰

• Decor & Colours: They opted for sage green, beige, and warm brown tones paired with artificial flowers, which looked stunning against the rustic charm of Schivas Steading. 🌿🤎
• Cosy Vibes: Candles lined every surface 🕯️, mulled wine and cider were flowing 🍷, and a bio-fuel wood burner set the scene for a day that felt like pure hygge. 🔥
• Personal Touches: Instead of a traditional cake, they brought out Colin and Connie the Caterpillar cakes for guests to help themselves. It was a fun twist that had everyone grinning! 🐛🎂
  

Ceremony: Warm Hearts & Crisp Winter Sun

Nicola and Duncan’s candlelit ceremony was as romantic as it gets. 💛 The winter sun ☀️ peeked through the windows just after their “I do’s,” giving us the most stunning golden light for portraits.

With group photos ticked off in no time, we took a quick 10-minute stroll around the venue for couples’ portraits. They were relaxed, playful, and so in love—basically, the dream combo. 🥰💏

And let’s not forget Nicola’s bridesmaids, who looked cosy and chic in their fur coats. Winter weddings for the win! 🧥❄️

Drinks & Dancing

Nicola and Duncan truly made their day their own, starting with a champagne tower 🥂 instead of a traditional cake cutting—because why not celebrate with bubbles?

But the real highlight? The party. 🎉

• Afternoon Fun: A live singer 🎤 kicked things off early, creating an impromptu dancefloor that had everyone up and moving before dinner. Seeing the joy on everyone’s faces was unforgettable! 💃🕺
• Power Hour: After the meal, a saxophonist 🎷 gave the crowd a second wind, and the energy on the dancefloor was next level.
• Evening Band: The night wrapped up with an incredible set by their evening band 🎶, The 154 Band, and let’s just say the dancefloor never stopped buzzing. Nicola, now rocking a comfy but chic evening outfit, was right in the middle of the action. 👗🕺
  
  

A Winter Wedding at The Schivas Steading – A Day to Remember

Nicola and Duncan’s winter wedding was a masterclass in doing things your way. 🥂 From the unconventional cake choice 🐛 to the epic music lineup 🎷, every part of the day was uniquely them. And let’s not forget that gorgeous winter sun—proof that you don’t need a summer wedding for stunning photos. ☀️📸

Feeling Inspired? Let’s Chat!

Planning your own winter wedding? ❄️ Whether it’s champagne towers 🥂 or golden hour portraits 📸, I’m here to capture all the magic. Get in touch here, and let’s create something unforgettable! 💌

Supplier Shout-Outs

• Video: Our very own Josh of course ❤️
• Flowers: Dolce Vita Flowers Inverurie 💐
• Band: The 154 Band 🎶
• Afternoon Singer: Calum Campbell Music 🎤
• Saxophonist: Gordon Bowie 🎷
• Makeup: Joy Murray Makeup & Beauty 💄
• Hair: Amy Duncan Hair 💇‍♀️
• Tanning: The Brown Cow Tanning Co ☀️
• Dress: Ivory Grace Bridal 👗
• Kilts: Kilts Wi Hae 🦌