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First of all, congratulations are in order! As you get ready to walk down the aisle and consider what your wedding will undertake, consider an ornate garden wedding. Garden weddings are becoming more and more popular, and are specifically adored by fans of fairy tales and romantic movies. Come summertime, why not trade the beach for the beauty of lush greenery? Here are some tips for planning the perfect garden wedding.
1. Make Sure Your Guests Will Be Comfortable
Guests might find the idea of an outdoor wedding romantic, but let's face it; they do not want to be standing in your garden for an hour. Chairs are a must, and a tent is a great idea, so that the elements do not get in the way of having your perfect day. If you're planning to host your outdoor garden wedding in the fall or winter, consider investing in space heaters, or, at the very least, providing lap blankets or coats for your guests. If you're planning to host your ornate garden wedding in the summer, remember that your guests are sure to get toasty. Have bottles of water on hand, or at least, some form of chilled drinks. Champagne is always appreciated! If you're going to be in the hot sun for an extended period of time, consider either providing your guests with or advising them to bring along sunscreen. In this situation, a tent or umbrellas will come in very handy. You could also consider renting large electric fans to keep the air circulating.
2. Plan for the Elements
Mother Nature is not a romantic – so be prepared for earth, wind and fire – and by that, we mean rain and wind. The ideal ornate garden wedding will come complete with a backup plan. If it rains, where will you go? It's smart to have an indoor location secured ahead of time in case a downpour strikes. You can also consider the aforementioned tent, but that only works with light rain and light wind. Remember that a heavy rain will turn your garden into mud, and that will not be pleasant for your guests nor their shoes. Many outdoor weddings fall prey to windy conditions, so be sure to avoid fabrics in your dress and your bridesmaids' dresses that might cause a wardrobe malfunction should the wind pick up. The same goes for your hairstyle – do not do anything that could easily come apart in the wind. Let your hairstylist know that you're having an outdoor wedding.
3. Make Sure People Can Hear Over the Elements
The aforementioned natural elements could also put a dent in your gorgeous wedding vows, if you're not prepared to battle with the wind, waves, trees, etc. Garden weddings are romantic and beautiful, but they're not so great if no one can hear what you're saying to one another. If you're considering having your wedding at a local park or garden, remember that there will potentially be cars driving by, children running around – the elements extend far beyond what Mother Nature can conjure up. Consider renting a sound system and microphones, especially if you're going to have a lot of people attending your wedding.
4. Decorations
One of best things about a garden wedding is that Mother Nature does a good deal of the decorating for you. Let the natural elements of the outdoors speak for themselves. Come nighttime, consider stringing Christmas lights, or even better, paper lanterns, along the fluora and fauna to add that extra sense of romance to your evening. In addition, make sure to visit the site of your wedding prior to the big day to ensure that the grass has been mown, the chairs laid out, the lights strung – you do not want to get there the morning of and find that there's still much to be done!
5. Wine and Dine
Consider allowing the outdoor nature of your wedding to influence your wine and food menu. Champagne drinks, such as mimosas, are perfect for outdoor events, as are hors d'ouvres. Try and avoid dishes that only taste good when they're served cold, because even if the sun is not shining directly on your catering table, the air is sure to warm what's out there. Realize that sweets, and fruits, especially, will attract insects, so consider staying away from these items. When it comes to cocktails, anything light and refreshing will do, and of course, make sure you have non-alcoholic options on hand, such as water, seltzer and lemonade. Ice is a must have! Other perfect summer drinks include mojitos, mint juleps, white wine, beer, any kind of champagne cocktail, daiquiris, etc.
Once you've considered all the factors above, ensure that you have something borrowed and something blue, and you're good to go! Enjoy your wedding day, because hopefully, it only comes once in your life!
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Source by Yancy Jefferson
