Summer is a popular time for weddings. Perhaps it’s in the azure sky, the turquoise waters, the gentle breeze or the sense of relaxation that comes during these months. Whatever it is, summer makes for happy and romantic weddings.
To make your big day as fabulous as possible, here are bright ideas for a perfect summer wedding.
Venue
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With the beautiful weather, most couples decide on getting married outdoors. With just enough amount of sunshine, you get wonderful photographs, a lively audience, and a perfect backdrop without having to spend much on decor. The park, the beach, the country club are just a few wedding venues. Sometimes, these locations are even cheaper than hotels and churches.
However, afternoon showers are not uncommon during the early part of summer. So it’s better to be prepared. If you go for an outdoor venue, make sure you have a backup plan that may include tents or a covered area.
Fashion
Fashion plays a big role in any wedding. Trendy cocktail or tea-length dresses come to mind during summer weddings as they can surely give the bride a light and fresh look. This is especially perfect for outdoor weddings. Cocktail dresses also gives you more freedom in moving while walking down the aisle or dancing during the reception. As for colors, nothing screams summer wedding more than colors and prints. If you want to stay in the traditional white gown, you can dress your entourage in yellows, grays, and floral designs.
Catering
To turn down the heat, have refreshing drinks for cocktail hour. Some of the popular drinks include non-alcoholic iced tea or lemonade. A good idea is to mix different flavors and colors of lemonade in a clear glass jug to make a lovely decorative setup. Cool appetizers such as shrimp cocktail on ice can also do the help your guests cool down. Lastly, for dessert, consider choosing a cold sweet treat that reflects the ambiance of your event. For instance, serve a mini-scoop trio of sorbet that shows the colors of your wedding.
Music
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Lighten the ambiance with fresh music styles. If you’re having a formal cocktail, a pianist or a string trio is a good choice. But if you’re having casual cocktail hour, try a laid-back vibe. Why not have a singer with a ukulele? You can also ask your wedding band to play Caribbean songs to infuse the summery tone of the celebration.
Music For Scotland features the best Scottish wedding bands that you can turn to for entertainment on your summer wedding. Some bands include Saturn’s wedding band, Seattle wedding band, and Superhouse wedding band, to name a few.
Any other bright ideas you want to add? Share them in the comments below!
