10 Essential Tips for the Perfect Outdoor Wedding
2017-12-26

Celebrating your wedding outdoors is a popular way to make it special. Follow these tips to create a perfect day you and your guests will always remember.

Make it Guest Appropriate

It’s a fun, minimalist trend to get married barefoot on a beach wedding, but if you have lots of elderly guests, it’s not going to be the best choice. The outdoors has a lot to offer; just make sure you accommodate your guests appropriately. A good option is to hold the ceremony in a garden with lots of shade and flexible seating.

Plan for Changes in Weather 

No one wants to switch locations right before the I-do’s, but having the necessary arrangements set up in advance is crucial. Make sure to consider the time of year and venue early on, so you are able to accommodate guests accordingly and still have an amazing day.

Light the Way to Success

If you are going to pull off an outdoor wedding, you’ll have to ensure ample power supply. Walk through the logistics with management to see if you need a generator and confirm how many of your vendors need electricity. Use lighting to illuminate restrooms, exits and stations for guests. 

Give Unique Door Gifts

Some nice touches to make the celebration a hit that they’ll remember are offering extra towels in the restroom, water stations and shading. As for door gifts, some cute gift ideas could be light sandals, fans, water bottles or sun glasses. Your gift idea can go according to the theme of your wedding or even some gifts with your personalized messages on them.

Be Water Inspired

Incorporate water as a beautiful element in your ceremony and celebration. Water fountains or ponds add a tranquil ambiance and give a cool, refreshing feeling. Speaking of which, keep guests hydrated by giving them complimentary water bottles to fill up throughout the night. 

Keep Cool in the Shade

Avoid a clear top tent at all costs and opt for sensible alternatives, like sailcloth for a durable fabric. A pole tent gives more height to the ceiling, while a frame tent is a good choice for more stability. Additionally, look into air-conditioned outdoor spaces available in Singapore or invest in some portable air coolers.

Dress in Style

With rising temperatures in the day, you should be smart with your dress choice. Rock your style with airy, lightweight fabrics that will keep you cool, like organza or chiffon. There are so many flowing, gorgeous gowns that will flatter any body type.

Encourage Guests to Drink up

Invite guests to drink to your happiness by offering lots of quench thirsting beverages that don’t dehydrate. Cut down on the alcohol and cool down with a variety of flavored waters, juices, teas, especially if there is a sunny weather.

Keep it Simple

In all, an outdoor wedding is idyllic, but the unpredictable elements and especially hot temperatures can cause your day to unravel. Flowers and food are the prime candidates to spoil in the sun’s hot rays. Make sure you plan the wedding transitions well so flowers won’t wilt prematurely. Clarify with food service that they are confident in their menu and are prepared to handle an especially hot day. Keep things simple and you can be ready to have a blast at your wedding!