Summer weddings are extremely common, and they come with their own pros and cons. Before your big day, here are 10 wedding essentials to consider.
Summertime is when the beauty from Spring is in full force. The sun is shining, the weather is warm, the grass is green and, flowers and trees and blooming and thriving. It’s beautiful outdoors. Well, except for the occasional rainstorm.
It is no wonder why so many people – especially those who love the outdoors – what to have a wedding in the midst of it. That means looking at every corner and seeing a natural beauty. It also means that if it rains, you are getting soaked or having to quickly move into Plan B mode (if you even have one).
This list includes 10 wedding essentials to consider, before it’s too late.
10 Wedding Essentials & Things to Consider
Thankfully, you have options for outdoor summer weddings. One of which is renting a wedding tent.
They come with so many perks – and they give you the confidence in moving forward, knowing that your special day will kick off as planned, regardless of rain or shine.
So, grab your tent and start planning with these summer wedding essentials.
1. Consider the Weather
When you mention a summertime outdoor wedding, the weather is usually the first thing on everybody’s mind.
No one likes to be hot and uncomfortable. And, there is that chance of rain, again.
Make sure your venue of choice has some airflow to keep the peace. If the temps are too high, you and your guests will be having a miserable time.
2. Know Policies and Permit Regulations
Sometimes there is more involved than simply renting a tent.
Depending on where you intend to hold the wedding and construct the tent, you may encounter a need for obtaining a permit or abiding by rules regarding placement, sizing, etc.
In order for your wedding day to go off without a hitch, it is important for you to dot all your i’s and cross your t’s.
3. Know Your Budget (and How to Stick to It)
One of the biggest summer wedding essentials is utilizing your budget smartly.
When you rent venue space for your wedding, your space usually comes with electricity and facilities. However, when you opt to rent a tent, you are essentially starting with a blank shell.
That is what makes them so perfect. You are able to design your wedding space exactly how you want it.
Plus, with so many awesome accessories to add on, it is easy to get carried away if you don’t set your budget in advance.
4. Design the Layout Appropriately
Your tent rental will be a wide open space. One of the perks of tent rentals for weddings is that you get to design how you want the layout set up. However, it is very important that you keep the entire event in mind when planning this part.
You will be maneuvering many guests throughout the space, potentially between:
- A ceremony
- A reception
- Cocktails
- Dinner
- Dancing
- Restrooms, and so forth
So make sure there is plenty of room for the layout to flow with ease.
5. Choose your Décor
Again, by opting for a tent wedding, you can design the space any way you want.
Flipping through magazine after magazine and pinning hundreds on Pinterest, there is a good chance you have a very detailed idea of how you want your wedding tent to be styled.
Just be sure to take the space and your guests comfort into consideration when you do.
6. Consider Electrical Outlets
Unless you are taking your wedding back to a long past era, there is a high chance that you will need access to power.
This could be for cooking, lighting, music, and entertainment, or even just a place to charge your cell phones.
Be sure to plan ahead so that you have enough power to do everything you plan to.
7. Create a Wedding Dress Code
How do you envision your wedding day?
- Do you want your guests to be dressed out to the max?
- Or are you looking for a low-key, casual affair?
This is something to keep in mind on your big day if you choose an outdoor, tented wedding. Having a formal dress code means women in heels and men in suits.
For summer temps and grassy areas, these could both pose an inconvenience. Of course, opting for a climate-controlled tent with flooring could solve this problem entirely.
8. Find Decorations to Create a Magical Space
When you begin creating your space, you have a blank canvas to do what you want with. In fact, you can make your special day into whatever you have always dreamed of:
- String lights
- Hang fabric
- Magnificent centerpieces
- A dance floor
- Carpeting
- Couches and cocktail tables
- Or, dinner seating with 10 tables for eight
Whatever vision you have in your head, that is what you can design. It just requires a little planning first.
When renting your tent, ask about all the options for accessories and you may be surprised at how easy it is to get everything ordered at one time. This is an important day so transform it into something wonderful.
9. Don’t Forget About Outdoor Pests
When you throw your wedding outdoors, know that you are doing so in the home of wildlife and creatures, big and small. And, well some insects, too.
These may not be as welcomed as you’d like to be when celebrating. Take precautionary steps – in advance – to keep unwanted pests at bay. After all, you should be the focus of the day – not the pesky bugs!
10. Finally, Relax
This is your big day. You know, that one you have waited so long for. You’ve made the smart decision to rent a tent for your outdoor celebration. So, the rest will be a piece of cake.
Keep your stress to a minimum and have the confidence that you did all you needed to for the day to be perfect – and it will be.
Conclusion
Renting a tent can allow you to have a beautiful outdoor wedding this summer, come rain or shine. Take advantage of all they have to offer.
With these summer wedding essentials, you’ll have the perfect wedding. Design your plan and put it into action. Then, sit back and enjoy the special day you have been waiting for.
Great ideas, for summer marriage.
Thank you Luther!