There’s nothing like last week’s 100% humidity in New York to make us think twice about the merits of Christmas in July. Though we’re staunchly opposed to yuletide themed summer sale madness, we’re nevertheless comforting ourselves in front of the arctic blast of our AC while day-dreaming of a winter time wedding, inspired by our Engagement Ring of the Week.

With a Christmas date inscribed on the platinum band and the European cut diamond framed in a bold geometric design of black onyx, this vintage ring represents the perfect balance of sweet and bold. To complement this beautiful piece we’ve dreamed up a winter wedding style that is a healthy dose of sweet with equal parts bold and completely sans schmaltz.

No doubt unconventional, a lady in red cuts a striking figure but Vera keeps it bridal with rose-tulled skirts, sheer overlays and sumptuous details

Skip right over standard floral arrangements and forgo clichéd evergreens entirely for a striking yet whimsical take on an altar inspired by these Patrick Dougherty sculptures

For a modern, or rather medieval, take on bunting have your monogram embroidered on vibrant bolts of fabric in your wedding’s thematic colors to decorate your venue

Twist the season’s traditional silver and gold metallics with copper colored invitations

Take a cue from the Rodarte + NARS makeup collaboration on the Don Giovanni Opera for a dramatic yet demure wedding day hair & makeup style

Photo Credits: Vera Wang Spring 2013, Patrick Dougherty, Invite, Rodarte 

How would you describe your ideal wedding style? Tell us in the comments!