There are a lot of incredible things when it comes to planning an outdoor wedding, especially if that is during summertime! A special romantic whimsy that creates an exceptional ambiance for your nuptial celebration. Yet there are many details you need to take into consideration, but one of the most important aspects is the comfort of your guests. Summertime can get really hot so you need to find ways to keep your guests comfortable and cool! For that matter, I’ve rounded 10 suggestions that can elevate your whole game:
1- Parasols & Fans
If you are having your ceremony in the open as well, you can opt for beautiful parasols that will keep your guests shielded from the sun. Undoubtedly, they will add that sophisticated chic flair to the overall theme! Spice up with personalized fans and keep your guests cool and stylish with these lovely props.
2- Choose your wedding venue wisely
Deciding on a venue that will have both indoor and outdoor spaces will be something your guests will be grateful for, trust me! You can choose to have your celebration outside maybe on an outdoor rooftop but with the option of your guests to come inside when they please.
Photo: Nana Annan Photography
3- Lounge areas
Your summer wedding can be especially luxurious and stylish if you include specially curated lounge areas with cooling shade. Small pop-up tents with furniture will give that special something that adds to your guests’ comfort.
Photo: Gianluca & Mary Adovasio
4- Cooling cocktails & Hydration station
Planning an outdoor wedding? Then this is one of the key essentials! Mix up different cocktails that are cooling. Furthermore, add a creative hydration station with liquids featuring refreshing fruits, cucumbers, and herbs like mint.
Photo: Jenna Routh Photography
5- Frozen desserts
You can freely go double when it comes to gelato, frozen treats, snow cones, and delicious icecreams! Your guests will enjoy your few extra efforts to grant them this cooling surprise.
6- Mix decorations with functionality
When planning an outdoor wedding, you will have heaps of inspiration and visions. However, to keep your guests cool and comfortable, try to blend functionality in your decorations. Your floral installations can be transformed as a shading area.
7- Private tented residence
Tinted glasses will block most of the harmful sunlight and keep your space cool. Avant-garde outdoor rooftop wedding venues that have the option to shield you with tints will be a major game-changer for your guests!
Photo: Birds of a Feather
8- Sunglasses
I just love the effortless class and elegance that goes with sunglasses. You can choose classic shades for the gents and ladies that will go incredible with your wedding theme! Who doesn’t want to look extra luxe and eloquent at such an important event!
9- Choose venues that have bug relief stations
Yes, this is incredibly important because your guests won’t enjoy a thing of your special day if there is an excess of bugs around. Make sure your wedding venue has this under control.
10- Pool wedding venue
The surest way to cool your guests is by having a pool reception party! Pools have a way of transforming an event into the most luxe glam experience with not much effort going into it. As night falls, enlighten the space romantically and the ambiance will be unparalleled!
Photo: KT Merry Photography
I hope I have given you stylish ideas on how to make your summer affair successful! If you are planning an outdoor wedding, make sure to read my other articles for extra inspiration, or simply contact me and I will answer all the questions you may have!
Are you getting married soon? Contact us now. I would love to chat with you to learn more of how I can help you with your big day.
With Love
Johanne Piverger