Wedding Trends, Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips
All You Need to Know About Summer Weddings
Dec
Yes, summer weddings in Australia have been popular for so many reasons and it has always been one of the most popular seasons for weddings and other social events. Summer is usually picked by brides and grooms for the sunny weather, the long holiday break, and possibly because it allows for the couple to have enough time to prepare all year long.
When it comes to summer weddings, Giftware Direct has got your back. We have listed down below a couple of helpful things you should know to plan the ultimate summer wedding stress-free and hassle-free.
Peak season comes with a peak price.
Hotels, resorts, caterers, and other vendors tend to charge higher prices during the summer season since it is the peak time for their business. To make the wedding a bit more affordable, decide on which elements to splurge on and which ones can be DIY-ed or can you do without. If you would want to splurge on the wedding elements, it would be better to keep the guest list short so you can manage the budget easily as you go along the wedding planning.
The summer months are always fully booked.
Since summer is indeed the peak season, there might be a chance for your favourite caterer or you chosen wedding videographer to be booked for the entire season. Be prepared with second and third options when it comes to venues and vendors and always have a back up just in case something comes up, especially when you have not yet secured a confirmed booking with any specific wedding supplier or location. To be sure to catch the most sought after wedding vendors, book the date at least a year before the summer season.
It’s not going to be sunny all day, every day.
Don’t be so sure about having clear skies from the morning of up to the first dance. Summer season nowadays does not guarantee sunny skies so be prepared in case the rain clouds decide to show up on your wedding day. Have a contingency plan set if it happens to rain before the ceremony gets to start or if it’s too windy outside to enjoy the reception. Talk with the venue’s event manager or set a plan with your wedding planner so you can still go on with the wedding programme come rain or shine.
It can be sunny but it may also be too hot.
Having the ceremony outdoors in the garden? Thinking of having the reception right by the sandy shores at the beach? You would want to make the most out of the gorgeous venue and the lovely sunny weather but you also need to think about your guests’ welfare. Keep everyone hydrated even before the ceremony starts by offering infused water and fruit juices to battle the summer heat. For outdoor venues, pick a shady spot especially for kids and for the elder guests to rest as they wait for the ceremony to start.
