RAIN ON YOUR WEDDING DAY: 5 TIPS FOR EMBRACING THE WEATHER
Listen up: rain on your wedding day is in no way a disaster. In fact – whisper it – you may want to consider yourself lucky. Allow us to explain why you certainly don’t need perfect weather to enjoy the perfect day.
Squelching down the aisle…
When you were dreaming about your wedding day as a youngster, chances are you didn’t imagine yourself walking towards the altar in a pair of wellies. But – believe us – even if it’s teeming down outside, you can still have a wedding day that’s full of sunshine.
Most outdoor venues have an indoor backup in mind when the forecast is looking a little grizzly. Your first POA is to give them a call and talk through the situation. And if there’s no Plan B, or you are determined to tie the knot and/or celebrate al fresco, read on.
How rain on your wedding day can actually be a good thing!
Forget what Alanis Morrisette sang. Rain on your wedding day isn’t just un-Ironic, it’s something you may come to smile about. In some cultures a rainy wedding day is revered; symbolic of fertility and cleansing. And if you’re not buying that, consider the fact that almost any wedding photographer will tell you that they prefer the soft light of an overcast day. On top of which there’s an irrepressible romance to a sprinkling of the wet stuff. Trust us, it will bring evocative drama and atmosphere to your photography. Run a Google image search if you don’t believe us. You’ll be as right as rain.
5 tips to help you embrace the weather
It’s happening, let’s do this.
Accept it
The first step is to accept that the weather is out of your control. Yes, you can allow yourself a few moments to lament the misfortune, but don’t dwell on it. Because misfortune is exactly what it is. The bad weather is not some portent of everlasting marital misery or a disapproving protest from Mother Nature. And if you do believe in metaphors, then look at it like this. Marriage is a test of perseverance; a journey of overcoming obstacles together. Here is your first! Be one another’s source of sunshine and your guests will bask in it too.
Liaise with your vendors and service providers
The catering people, the band, the DJ and the local chap bringing the hog roast. You need to check in with all of them regarding their procedure for wet weather. Contingency measures may be required, and it’s best to know upfront.
Get some umbrellas for the venue(s)
Not only do matching umbrellas look great in photos, your guests will appreciate the gesture. Pro tip: clear or white umbrellas look smart and cast the least shadow on your face come photo time.
Get some blankets
Matching blankets are another nice item to have (and to hold) for the guests that are feeling the chill in the twilight hours of a rainy reception.
Ensure you have plenty of covered space
When it’s doing the cats and dogs thing, covered space is a must. For an outdoor wedding that means marquees can be tantamount to lifesaving. Speaking of which….
Marquees in the rain
We have a suite of affordable options – and we can take care of putting them up, taking them down and making them look fabulous in between. From lighting to flowers, we’ve got your wedding covered.
