Outdoor weddings

Summer is the perfect time for outdoor weddings. You can have it at the beach, by the lake, in the park or in the backyard of a house. When planning this type of wedding, don't forget to consider below :

* Wind and rain
Not to ruin your dreamy mood, but it's better to mention it before you plan further. I can't imagine anything worse than rain and wind ruining your make up and the table set up. Tent is your best bet to save the day.

* Insects
This one you will probably not have to deal with in beach weddings. Other than that, you do need to make sure mosquitos, bees, ants etc can not have their way to ruin your day

* Experience
Outdoor celebration is not everybody's cup of tea. You need to make sure your catering and decorator are experienced in it. This way they know how to prepare and do their job even in the least expected situation. Plus they can also give you tips and remind you about the little details you may not consider in the beginning.

* Contingency plan
Everyone involved in making your dream day should have contingency plan simply because the moment (yes this moment, your wedding day) won't come back. Everyone including the couple who are getting married. Having an outdoor wedding makes it even more important to have plan B. When you visit the place you will be having the wedding at, list all the 'what ifs' that come to mind. Then as soon as you have time, sit down and try to find solutions to these what ifs. It's convenient to do this prior to meeting with businesses. This way everyone gets the big picture and you will know what is possible to be accomplished and what is not, just enough information to make up your mind and book the service or product.

* Regulation
This is usually the first thing you will hear from the site owner or manager. Even if you are having it in your own backyard, there are regulations about noise and parking that you may need to consider. If nobody mentions it to you, do your best to find out anyway. Even better if you know someone who got married in the same place, they will be a good source of information.

Spring and fall are probably not the best times for outdoor weddings. But then again depends on your location and preparation, it can still happen. I hope this helps. I'll leave you to your planning now.