The rich and vibrant colors of Autumn make it the perfect backdrop for your wedding day and is one of the reasons thatfall weddings are gaining in popularity! If you are planning a fall wedding, here are some tips:
Outdoor Weddings (and a plan B)
Choose a location with a view of the fall splendor. Locations that feature deciduous trees such as elms, maples and oaks will provide the most color, but it is often hard to predict the peak color weekend in advance.
Ask the venue coordinator to see pictures from other weddings during that time frame that show other landscape features such as gardens as alternative color displays.
Plan for chilly temperatures. Gas patio heaters and warm beverage stations, such as warm cider, cocoa and teas, will help to keep your guests comfortable.
State “outdoor ceremony” on your invitations so guests are prepared for their time outside.
Plan for chilly temperatures. Gas patio heaters and warm beverage stations, such as warm cider, cocoa and teas, will help to keep your guests comfortable.
State “outdoor ceremony” on your invitations so guests are prepared for their time outside.
Have a “plan B” location in case of bad weather. You might also consider tent rental. Discuss this in advance with your ceremony venue. You can plan on decor elements that can bring that autumn feel indoors in case weather forces you to make a change.
Seasonal elements
Pumpkins, sunflowers, haystacks and harvest fruits are easily incorporated into your reception decor. These elements can be part of your centerpieces, cake decorations or great scene setters.
Seasonal flowers such as mums, marigolds and dahlias are perfect for a fall bouquet – and budget savers. Other popular fall flowers are asters, gerbera daisies, and zinnias.
Miniature pumpkin pies are perfect guest favors. Autumn scented candles are also popular.
Cider mills and barns are great locations for your Romantics portrait session.
Fall weddings are the perfect time for seasonal colors such as orange, yellow, crimson, and berry.
Schedule accordingly
Autumn brings with it a flurry of activities. School days, football games and other events may determine the availability of guests and should be considered when selecting your wedding date. Fall wedding dates have gained in popularity in recent years so prime locations and wedding vendors book quickly.
Due to the sun setting earlier, you may want to consider a First Look session to capture the images you want and keep an efficient timeline. If you choose to capture your Romantics images after the ceremony, you might want to consider and earlier ceremony start time to allow you the most shooting time before the early sunset.
Fall menu
Fall wedding menus often feature comfort foods such as roasts, turkey, potatoes, corn bread dressing and other traditional fare.
Give your bar an autumn upgrade with craft beers and hard ciders. Many have a decidedly Oktoberfest theme or feature pumpkin flavors.
Warm cider and doughnuts can be added to your dessert stations to continue your fall wedding theme.
Fall treats
Wedding cakes can be created using pumpkin, carrot cake or dark chocolate.
Candy bar stations can include Halloween favorites such as candy corn and caramel squares. S’mores can also be included.
Fall music
If your wedding date is close to Halloween, your DJ can work with you to include some fun dance mixes with a spooky flair or a fright themed cocktail hour.
Popular choices include:
“Thriller”
“Monster Mash”
“Dead Man’s Party”
“I Want Candy”
“Lil Red Riding Hood”
“Werewolves of London”
“Time Warp”
“Ghostbusters”
“Monster Mash”
“Dead Man’s Party”
“I Want Candy”
“Lil Red Riding Hood”
“Werewolves of London”
“Time Warp”
“Ghostbusters”
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