A beachfront wedding can be an unforgettable experience for the couple and their guests, whether it’s held at your summer getaway residence or at a foreign destination. It’s like having a mini-vacation for all the parties involved! Nonetheless, the challenge is pulling off a perfect event and overcoming its unique challenges. Here are five things you need to consider when planning a beachfront venue.
1. Time of ceremony.
The ocean backdrop is one of the most attractive settings to have your wedding. This is why it is advisable for couples to give thought to having their wedding when the sun is still above. Once it sets, the water turns black and in no event of a full moon, the sea is lost. But even having the wedding in the daytime means planning for a few things such as sunscreen and flowers that can stand the heat for example calla lilies, succulents, orchids and freesias. Roses and hydrangeas tend to wilt quickly so avoid these.
2. Sound systems.
There is usually a lot of background interference at beach weddings not to mention the waves and wind. A windscreen covered microphone should come in handy so that the guests can hear you making your vows without being frustrated by the wind.
3. The public.
Majority beachside are moored by attractive beaches so unless you rent the whole property, you’ll have to share your wedding venue with the guests at the hotel. Before you book the beach for your wedding, inquire from the resort if it’s possible to privatize the beach just to be on the safe side and avoid the yelling and splashing that might interrupt your wedding.
4. Dress code.
Sadly, not all veil styles, dresses and fabrics are suited for beach weddings. The most suitable, sand-friendly clothing is an airy covering. If you still want to grace your wedding day with a fuller skirt gown, have it made with lighter fabric so as not to constrict your movement. Also, don’t fear experimenting with color such as pale pink or pale blue dresses, best fitted for a beach venue. As for the veil, the less it is, the more beautiful your wedding photos will look.
Shoes also fall under this category and having a barefoot beach wedding is stunning but not every bride is up to this idea. So another option would be to keep your louboutins but burry a wooden walkway beneath the sand down the aisle making it possible to walk in heels in the sand.
5. Weather.
The worst enemy of a beachfront wedding aside from the rain is the wind especially in the afternoons and evenings. It can be sandy, chilly or totally suffocate the sound for your big day. Since the weather is unpredictable, take time to learn your specific destination’s typical weather and have a plan B just to have a back-up plan in case things go south.
Every wedding is special and people would go to great lengths to make it turn out as they envisioned it. If a beachfront wedding is what you’ve always desired, make sure you consider the following aspects when planning for your big day.
