The Garden Wedding Is Perfect For The Summer Months
Traditions regarding weddings have changed quite dramatically in the 21st Century and as the summer months, namely May to August is the wedding season, it makes sense to have a garden wedding. Conventional wedding venues are falling by the wayside as couples opt to get married in their parents’ gardens, national parks, beaches, vineyards and even the zoo.
The summer season is ideal for out of doors weddings. Long lazy afternoons and stunning sunsets make the perfect backdrop for being married. Although sunsets cannot be ordered at will, if you are one of the lucky ones, you might just experience one at your wedding. Exchanging vows in the fresh air makes for something completely different.
Organizing a garden wedding means you are able to keep things simple. Fresh cut flowers such as sunflowers make for striking centerpieces, and fresh fruit and even vegetables may be used in your flower arrangements. One very good summery idea is to fill glass vases or bowls with bright yellow lemons and make use of gingham tablecloths. To light the garden you can use candles, or even string up lanterns.
A summer wedding out of doors is both simple and elegant at the same time. Flowers are blooming and it is hardly even necessary to purchase flowers for decoration if your garden setting is in full bloom. One very important consideration however is the weather. A plan “B” is always necessary in the event of bad weather, so ensure that the garden you choose has gazebos for shelter or is large enough to erect a wedding marquee.
Nature also has a way of creeping up on you if you are planning an outdoor wedding. So you have to take into consideration the fact that you may have a problem with flies, bees, gnats or mosquitoes. These can simply be kept under control by the use of citronella candles. They will add to the mood, they smell good and keep insects under control. Citronella incense sticks can also be used and these are available specifically for use in a garden setting. Citronella is a natural way to control insects and it actually works very well.
A summer wedding in a garden, in the evening is delightful, there are no strict dress rules for your guests, however the trick is to dress elegantly without being too casual. The bride’s dress should never be longer than ankle length as this may be difficult to manage in a garden setting. Trains are not a good idea either as they may become soiled or even worse, torn. Leave the beads and sequins at home and dress simply.
Summer is a time of heat and in many areas also humidity. This allows brides to wear a sleeveless dress and hair should probably be professionally dressed in an up style. This will ensure that it stays in place, the style looks elegant and will ensure that the bride is confident. The last thing a bride wants to do is fight with her hair because of hot humid weather.
This also goes for the bridal gown too, the hot weather means that the a traditional wedding dress does not have a place and the dress should not be too bulky. Use of light summer fabrics is recommended, and silk, organdy, chiffon, crepe and georgette are recommended.