Our Favorite Summer Wedding Ideas

Whether you are planning to wed at the beginning of the summer season towards the end of June, somewhere in the middle of the season, or even at the end towards late September, one fact stands – a summer wedding comes with lots of ideas and opportunities to pick from unlike other seasons of the year, right? If you’re planning to serve your guests with seasonal treats like sliced watermelons or ice creams or taking your vows on a sunny beach, you have a rough idea of what the beautiful hot season has in store for you. If you don’t; no worries! That’s why we’re here for you! 

From seasonal florals and flower walls to light and fresh reception bites, all these great summer wedding ideas are something you can easily pick up and run away with for one of your biggest days on earth – your wedding day! Here are a couple of the most important summer wedding ideas when planning your big day. 

Keeping your guests in mind 

They say; first things first – remember that the summer season comes with quite high temperatures as well as UV rays that might be a bit uncomfortable to some people. That’s where the idea of having not only creative but some signature cocktails as well come in. it can be sangria stations, edible flowers, or even some cold fresh juices at some stations around the venue of your wedding. This will go a long way in helping your guests cool down or quench their biting thirst. Some people go to the level of doing ice creams instead of the traditional wedding cakes just to help their guests cool down their temperatures. That is something you can consider as well. 

Summer wedding décor 

Did you know that the summer wedding décor is not like any other? Well, you heard it right! It should be some really fun stuff. Ideally, you can come up with different options depending on where exactly you will be exchanging your vows. For instance, if it will be by a pool, you can think of something which will turn the pool from looking like just any other pool into something magnificent. For instance, you can throw in some beautiful flamingo floats.

Additionally, colorful blooms such as a variety of garden roses and greenery hanging overhead can make a great idea as far as summer wedding décor is concerned. There is usually something absolutely beautiful with hanging decors, especially at an outdoor wedding. Some white chair covers will also a lot of aesthetics to your décor. 

Do creative welcome bags

It is important to think of things that will make guests feel valued and at the right place. Welcome bags that are creatively done normally send such strong messages to guests. Fill your welcome bags with essentials such as sweets and/or snacks, bottled water, safety pins, bug repellants, sunscreen it is a summer season, notes with welcome messages, and some Advil among many other things. 

Want something unexpected? Gift your guests with caps or hats

Gifting your guests with caps or hats would be such a great favor for your guests, one which will help them a lot in battling the heat waves that might be sweeping through the summer season. 

Think of Alfresco dining 

One of the biggest advantages of a summer wedding is undoubtedly the warm and great weather. However, in case the weather turns mild and the pockets allow, you would consider embracing the idea of throwing an after-party! It will provide a great moment and platform for the guests to interact and know each other well beyond just sitting next to one another during the wedding ceremony. 

Summer wedding themes and color 

One of the most important things you must consider for your summer wedding is the theme of your wedding. In most cases, the theme will dictate the type of color that you will use on your big day. Therefore, pick a theme or color palette that resonates well with the season. The theme or color should bring out romantic vibes that go hand in hand with summer, be warm, and something fascinating to look at. 

There you go! Apart from having white chair covers and flower walls, these are some of the best ideas for you for a summer wedding. Pick some and you will not be disappointed at the end of the day. 

Here are Some Other Articles You May Enjoy

How To Dress For A Wedding

Wedding guest dress styles you need to know

Wedding Rehearsal Dinners for Days!