planning an outdoor wedding: things to consider
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Having an outdoor wedding can sound like a really brilliant idea and if you can pull it off it can be something that’s absolutely amazing. However, just like any wedding, the planning part can be absolutely stressful.
The following are some of the most important things you should consider in case you are planning an al fresco wedding.
The Necessary Permits
Prepare for the Upcoming Weather
Speaking of Tents
Indoor Backup Setup
Better Have Extras
Everything You May Need
Flowers
Food
You make sure that you have all the necessary permits to perform a wedding ceremony in your desired spot.
You should understand the rules set in by the land owners and regulations in place by your town, city, or county.
This is one of the inherent disadvantages of an outdoor wedding.
You can’t predict exactly what the weather is going to be like.
You may have scheduled your wedding during the summer in a place where it hardly rains, but hey, what if it does?
You should also arrange to have weather appropriate accessories at least for the bridal party and of course for your parents.
You may want to have umbrellas, scarves, gloves, and even a tent ready on hand just in case you would need them.
Tents provide shelter for your guests and they allow you to take refuge if the weather turns for the worse.
You should have at least some tents set up for the reception.
Note that there are lots of different tent configurations. Some are easier to set up than others.
Just make sure that the ones you choose will match the setup you have for your outdoor wedding.
You should also have an indoor area ready for a quick setup just in case of the weather going freaky.
It doesn’t matter if your tent was weather proofed.
This is especially true for people who will have their ceremony in an area where the weather can be a bit unpredictable.
Make sure that your wedding insurance package covers unexpected changes in the weather – like a sudden downpour for instance.
It’s better to have a few extras of everything. That includes extra chairs, tables, curtains, cushions, or even an extra tent that’s easy to set up in case you need one unexpectedly.
If you’re working on a really elaborate setup then make sure to reserve the space where you will have your ceremony the day after as well.
It took you a long while to get things set up – tearing everything apart might also take a day.
Make the entire place nice and cozy.
You might also get the lighting setup by a professional – outdoor setups are bit more tricky than usual.
Make sure you have enough chairs, tables, plates, drinks, and food.
You should also have the men’s room and ladies room secured.
If you intend to make an elaborate and flowery display, then let the guys who will setup your flowers get to the place as early as they can.
You can also do a spot inspection before changing into your wedding attire.
The food you serve can make or break everything. Get a trusted professional caterer to handle all that for you like Skewered Brazilian BBQ for instance.
Skewered Brazilian BBQ is a Catering Services that offers catering and can handle many patrons very fast. This is gourmet barbecue right off the grill for your wedding party.
