The summer is undoubtedly wedding season, as couples all over the country embrace the ability to hold their nuptials surrounded by the gorgeous natural backdrop of this dazzling time of year.
Unfortunately, summer weddings do come with their own unique challenges, and while planning for rain is certainly a major concern, heat is just as big of an obstacle. After all, with your wedding party and guests dressed to the nines in their finest, heat and humidity can put a major damper on your proceedings. Luckily, there are ways that you can plan ahead without having to make major changes to your wedding arrangements. Here are a few easy ways to beat the heat at your wedding this summer.
- Creative wedding favors: Outdoor weddings are a unique challenge for any couple, but when the mercury starts to rise, being outdoors for long periods of time can be unbearable. Consider providing unique wedding favors when your guests arrive like small parasols or hand-held fans. Best of all, you can find them in colors to match your color palette for a striking decorative addition.
- Add a beverage station: Staying hydrated is the easiest way to stay cool, and you can ensure that your guests are comfortable and refreshed during your nuptials by keeping a ready supply of water, lemonade and iced tea at the ceremony and reception for your guests to enjoy.
- Ease up your dress code: Weddings don’t necessarily have to be black-tie affairs. If you’re holding your wedding in the middle of the summer, allow your guests and wedding party to wear breathable fabrics and outerwear, such as sundresses, shorts, flip-flops and light cotton shirts. It may give your gathering a touch of casual flair that will help it stand out!
- Adjust your wedding venue: Ideally, holding your nuptials near a body of water will significantly cool down the environment. Additionally, if you don’t have a venue that provides a generous amount of shade, consider renting a tent to provide an escape from the sun. Last but not least, pool party weddings have become very trendy, so why not take the first “plunge” instead of the traditional first dance? It may be the unique twist you’ve been looking for!
