Considering walking in a winter wonderland ... all the way up the aisle? If you're planning a winter wedding, you've got special questions that a June bride doesn't consider.

To help you with those plans, we've talked with Hollie Zelenka, Senior Sales Manager and Marriott Certified Wedding Event Planner, about planning a winter wedding. Hollie plans weddings at the Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center so she's aware of the questions this season's brides have.

What special considerations might winter brides have and how can these be overcome?

Winter brides worry mostly about the weather. Cleveland has it down pretty well, the main roads are always kept clear, so it is easy to get into downtown, regardless of how much snowfall.

Coat check is also a must. We have a professional coat check always on staff during the winter months.

Also, most brides arrange for their photos to be taken indoors. We encourage them to use the hotel lobby as a background setting. Great view outside of downtown Cleveland can be seen through the windows -- great to capture in the pictures.

How can couples bring the spirit of the season to their destination wedding through decorations, dress, or music?

I think the bride can set the tone by wearing a dramatic coat over her gown. Winter wedding gowns have long capes with fur trim, that are wonderful.

Also, I love all white at a winter wedding. All white flowers, table linens, chair covers. It is so classy and timeless. I love the look of little white lights in large trees in a candlelit ballroom on a dark winter evening. Even classical Christmas music, no vocals, playing in the background during dinner versus love songs.

What special additions can brides bring to their reception in terms of food, drink, and decorations to give the venue a cozy feel?

A great idea is a coffee bar. Flavored coffees in great mugs with liquors such as Baileys, Frangelico, Kahula. Also, soups as an appetizer, even warm desserts such as streusels, cobblers, warm chocolate bundt cakes.

How can brides utilize holiday decorations already in place at a venue to keep decorating costs down?

Most hotels will have decorated trees in place between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day. My best advice -- ASK! Ask if you can have a few trees in your reception area. Most are on wheels, so they can be moved. Use the lobby as background for your photos- the lobby usually has the most decorations.

Click here for an interview with Hollie about planning a wedding at the Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center

To plan a Marriott wedding, call the Marriott of your choice and ask to consult with the hotel's wedding event planner. For more information on Marriott Hotels, Resorts, and Suites, call 1-800-228-9290 or see www.marriott.com.

Photos courtesy Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center