Summer weddings attract with their promise of sun-drenched celebrations and outdoor splendor. Throwing together the perfect summer wedding needs a thoughtful approach and attention to many minute details.
Timing and Venue: The Foundation of Your Day
The success of a summer wedding lies in choosing the right time and place. As much as noon sounds appealing for a ceremony, having your celebration in late afternoon or early evening can make all the difference in comfort for everyone. Consider venues that offer both indoor and outdoor spaces to capture the essence of nature while having an alternative just in case. Gardens, vineyards, and beachfront locations are especially charming for summer weddings.
Keeping Cool in Style
Your wedding attire is a huge difference in summer comfort. A breathable
wedding dress allows a bride to move around freely through the whole day. As for your bridal party, finding the right bridesmaid dresses is about keeping them comfortable throughout the day, particularly during outdoor photos and dancing. Light,
flowing chiffon bridesmaid dresses come in soft pastel shades, great-looking in photos and will help your bridesmaids to keep cool.
Creating Comfort for Your Guests
Turn your space into an oasis of relaxation with mindful details throughout. Designate gorgeous refreshment stations complete with fruit-infused water dispensers and offer elegant paper fans that double as a wedding favor. Consider having shaded lounge areas where your guests can take refuge from the sun yet still be part of the celebration.
Summer-Inspired Dining Experience
Your menu should reflect the season's bounty, taking into consideration the heat. Welcome cocktails should be refreshing and feature fruits and herbs of the season. Work with your caterer on a main-course menu that is satisfying but appropriate for hot weather. Consider serving lighter fare that will not weigh them down in the heat, like grilled fish or chicken with fresh, local vegetables.
Capturing the Perfect Moments
Summer lighting is both a challenge and an opportunity. Collaborate with your photographer on how to schedule shots in the "golden hour"-that moment just preceding sunset when the light is warm and gentle. And a first look session earlier in the day will afford you some intimate moments before the heat sets in.
Creative Cooling Solutions
Think outside the box to keep your party cool. This can include elegant paper fans, strategically placed portable cooling systems, refreshing frozen treats during the reception, which keep guests cool and add some special touches to your event. You can even set up a signature ice cream or sorbet bar that's memorable in dessert options.
Timeline Tips for Success
Summer weddings are totally dependent upon having a planned timeline. Move to book your vendors early since summer dates are so popular. Schedule outdoor portions of your day during cooler hours, and build buffer time in should any adjustments need to be made for the weather. Share this timeline with all the vendors and the wedding party for seamless execution.
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