3 Things to Consider Before Planning An Outdoor Wedding

Outdoor weddings are growing in popularity, and there's a good reason for it. There is something magical with the idea of exchanging vows under the stars or along the beach, and couples love it. Not to mention that the guests have a lot of space to mingle and roam around. These kinds of weddings are far too different from other indoor events. Preparations for outdoor weddings are very detailed and extra tedious before finalising the whole plan.

Aside from the couple to be wed, the wedding photographer, catering Melbourne contractor, wedding planner, and guests will surely be delighted to be a part of an enchanting milestone.

Now, as you start planning your outdoor wedding with a planner or if you prefer to be hands-on, there are a few things that you should consider to ensure that your special day will be enjoyable for everyone. Here are some of them.

Season

Australians are lucky to enjoy all four seasons and any of them is perfect for an outdoor wedding. In the summer, an outdoor wedding by the beach with the sun setting is a breathtaking sight. You just might need to ensure that your venue is well lit and there will be tents to serve as a designated area for your caterers. This would allow them to prepare the foods properly.

During the winter, space heaters should be put everywhere in the venue and bonfire areas so your guests will have a warm space to gather around. You should also make sure that there will be a roofed area for those who do not want the open space. Just to be sure, always factor in your guests' preferences so you can all enjoy your memorable day.

Food options

Find a caterer willing to work with you on every menu selection and gladly recommend other choices for your guests to enjoy. Since it is an outdoor wedding, they should be serving foods that are most appropriate to your outdoor reception. For example, all canapés should be made of fresh fruits and vegetables instead of the usual mayonnaise. If it's in summer, steak sandwiches, falafels, gourmet burgers, and the local delicacies could be a part of your festival style setup. Desserts like ice cream for the sweet tooth and cold drink options like beer and fruit drinks need to have their separate corner. But if it's during the winter, your caterer should serve a broad choice of hot soups, spicy foods, and hot drinks because people tend to eat more during the cold weather. An unlimited smores bar with a bonfire and dips could be a great idea too.

Ceremony and reception venue

When planning an outdoor wedding, you can either choose a full outdoor ceremony and reception venue or only an outdoor ceremony. There are pros to choosing a fully outdoor venue but so are the cons. So while it is extremely magical to have a garden decorated with fairy lights and trees as the roofs over the heads of your guests, you can never control when the rain will suddenly start to pour. In preparation for those unexpected weather disturbances, most planners recommend an outdoor ceremony but a roofed reception venue. That way, you won't be stressing over any unforeseen issue during your most important life event.

The most important part of an outdoor wedding is for everyone to have uninterrupted fun. As you're planning the wedding, your guests would also appreciate it if you have arranged for them to be comfortable throughout the event. For example, if your wedding is happening in a garden, it would be nice if you prepare bug sprays or lotions as part of the giveaways to use them. Another concern is all about backup plans. You can talk to your wedding planner and ask if the venue can withstand heavy rains, snow, or strong winds in case it suddenly happened.

Amid all these necessary preparations and considerations for your dream outdoor wedding to be perfect, you should also ensure that you're enjoying and not stressing. With the help of your wedding coordinator, caterers, and loved ones, your special day would definitely go as planned.