10 Outdoor Wedding Tips

Hello fellow bloggers ...happy Wednesday!


If you've recently gotten engaged and you're starting to think about what kind of wedding you want... listen up! There are numerous ways and styles of weddings you can choose from, or even create a wedding unique like you and your (future) spouse. I love outdoor weddings because there's nothing more beautiful than a wedding under a large tent with fresh flowers and sunlight shining down on the bride on her special day. Therefore, I thought I'd share a few tips with you for a perfect outdoor wedding (well, nothing is perfect but you can't be overly prepared)!


#1 Make sure everyone can visibly see and hear you. If you're getting married by the ocean, you definitely want to make sure you wear some sort of microphone.

#2 Make sure you pick the right season and/or weather. No one wants to sit outside in 30 degree weather, nor do they want to sit under the sun in 90 degree weather!

#3 Dont' forget the details. Even though the natural beauty of the outdoors will lessen your need to decorate, you still need to keep in mind all the little details that will spruce up the wedding.

#4 Something else that falls into the "details" category is making sure that you place citronella candles around the tent in case of mosquitos or other bugs. Your bridesmaids might be a little angry if they have red bumps up and down their legs!

#5 Make sure you have a backup plan in case of severe weather. You can have your ceremony or reception under a tent, but only for moederate rain. You can also rent sides for the tent to block off the sun or rain. Having an indoor venue as a backup may not be a bad idea.

#6 Plan the food accordingly. Make sure your caterer knows how to serve an outdoor wedding. Keep away from mayonnaise based foods, for example, that need to be kept cold.

#7 Timing is everything. Along with the weather tip, make sure you plan the ceremony according to the sunset as your guests are there to see you exchange vows, afterall.

#8 Plan ahead for a windy time! Most outdoor weddings will experience some wind, so make sure and tell your hairdresser that you're having an outdoor wedding. Also, you may want to opt for another fabric on your dress rather than a light chiffon- that goes for bridesmaid dresses as well!

#9 Not all your guests drink alcohol; plus it's dehydrating. Make sure to have plenty of other options such as lemonade, ice teas, and water.

#10 Last but not least, make sure you get the appropriate permits and all the paperwork has been filed. That is definitely not something you want to deal with the day of your wedding.

I hope this helps plan your dream wedding! We have you covered if you're in need of tables, chairs, and especially tents. From different sizes and style tents to choose from, we'll help you every step of the way! Give us a call today!

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(317) 872- 8368