Being the most popular time of year to throw a wedding, the May through August months hold many unique options when planning a wonderful wedding.
Color Choices Instead of using the springtime pastels as your main color, use these as accents and focus on more bold and rich colors such as: golds, yellows, blues, purples, reds and greens.
Use the appropriate colors in combination with your chosen theme.
For example if you have chosen a summertime romantic theme use a rich red with golden accents, for a nautical theme use bold blues with crafty patterns.
Wedding Dress Lucky for the summer brides, most wedding dresses seem to be designed for the summer season.
Not only should you look at the design of the dress but the fabric it is made of as well.
Light weight, thin fabrics are perfect.
Look at fabrics like: organza, chiffon, georgette, crepe, tulle and lace for lighter options.
Add a splash of color with a sash or bow to brighten up your dress.
Many brides are even throwing tradition out the door and opting for dresses with more color.
Favor Ideas Use the season to guide your favor choices.
If you're having a beach wedding give guests seashells, or even a miniature sand castle.
For that great outdoors wedding, use nature as inspiration and give guests potted plants or seeds to plant in their own garden.
For those musical people out there, tap into your talents and create a CD full of your favorite romantic summer songs.
Guests can play your choice of music all year long!Handheld fans also make a great gift for guests to use on those hot summer days.
If you prefer edible favors, lean towards candies or cookies decorated with your theme in mind; they may not last long but guests will certainly grab for them! Ceremony & Reception Ideas There are several ideas to make your summer wedding unique.
Because the weather is more on your side in the summer than perhaps any other season, look into an outdoor wedding ceremony and/or reception.
Tents make a beautiful statement and can provide shelter for those uncompromising thunderstorms.
Stringing lights or flowers can create that romantic touch that guests will talk about for days to come.
For centerpieces use fruit in clear vases, floating candles in water, or even goldfish!Fish add visual intrigue for your guests to watch during their meal.
Another centerpiece idea is adding a "wishing well" type pot in the middle of your table for guests to write their wishes to you in the future.
Keep in Mind The time of year poses many threats to your hair.
If your hair suffers under the strain of heat and humidity go with an updo (with plenty of hairspray) that will last throughout the entire event.
Don't forget to plan accordingly with your makeup also; use more power based formulas, an eyeliner sealing product, and of course the waterproof mascara.
If you plan for an outdoor event, as always have a Plan B!You never want to be stuck with an outdoor location in a thunderstorm, having an indoor space reserved will not only be a lifesaver, but reduce the stressful "What ifs" that seem to flow right before the big day.
Possible Themes 4th of July Beach Camping Country Club Lake Outdoors Spa Tea Party Nautical Sports Romantic Summertime
Color Choices Instead of using the springtime pastels as your main color, use these as accents and focus on more bold and rich colors such as: golds, yellows, blues, purples, reds and greens.
Use the appropriate colors in combination with your chosen theme.
For example if you have chosen a summertime romantic theme use a rich red with golden accents, for a nautical theme use bold blues with crafty patterns.
Wedding Dress Lucky for the summer brides, most wedding dresses seem to be designed for the summer season.
Not only should you look at the design of the dress but the fabric it is made of as well.
Light weight, thin fabrics are perfect.
Look at fabrics like: organza, chiffon, georgette, crepe, tulle and lace for lighter options.
Add a splash of color with a sash or bow to brighten up your dress.
Many brides are even throwing tradition out the door and opting for dresses with more color.
Favor Ideas Use the season to guide your favor choices.
If you're having a beach wedding give guests seashells, or even a miniature sand castle.
For that great outdoors wedding, use nature as inspiration and give guests potted plants or seeds to plant in their own garden.
For those musical people out there, tap into your talents and create a CD full of your favorite romantic summer songs.
Guests can play your choice of music all year long!Handheld fans also make a great gift for guests to use on those hot summer days.
If you prefer edible favors, lean towards candies or cookies decorated with your theme in mind; they may not last long but guests will certainly grab for them! Ceremony & Reception Ideas There are several ideas to make your summer wedding unique.
Because the weather is more on your side in the summer than perhaps any other season, look into an outdoor wedding ceremony and/or reception.
Tents make a beautiful statement and can provide shelter for those uncompromising thunderstorms.
Stringing lights or flowers can create that romantic touch that guests will talk about for days to come.
For centerpieces use fruit in clear vases, floating candles in water, or even goldfish!Fish add visual intrigue for your guests to watch during their meal.
Another centerpiece idea is adding a "wishing well" type pot in the middle of your table for guests to write their wishes to you in the future.
Keep in Mind The time of year poses many threats to your hair.
If your hair suffers under the strain of heat and humidity go with an updo (with plenty of hairspray) that will last throughout the entire event.
Don't forget to plan accordingly with your makeup also; use more power based formulas, an eyeliner sealing product, and of course the waterproof mascara.
If you plan for an outdoor event, as always have a Plan B!You never want to be stuck with an outdoor location in a thunderstorm, having an indoor space reserved will not only be a lifesaver, but reduce the stressful "What ifs" that seem to flow right before the big day.
Possible Themes 4th of July Beach Camping Country Club Lake Outdoors Spa Tea Party Nautical Sports Romantic Summertime