Once the ring has been slipped on your finger, the next step in the wedding process is deciding what day to tie the knot. Some couples keep it simple with choosing their anniversary date, but the season you say "I do" is an important factor to take into account.
Summer Wedding
If you have your eyes set on a beach ceremony, summer is the ideal time for this. The longer the sun stays out, the better photos you have of your perfect day. Guests can also enjoy a beautiful breeze from the ocean waves to cool them off, and the bright summer tones of your flowers and decor will pop against the blue water and white sand.
The theme of your wedding can also play a part in which season you choose. If you plan on a fun party with a bar and a lot of dancing, summer is the ideal time to celebrate!
Autumn Weddings
Jewel colors such as turquoise, ruby and emerald coincide amazingly with the changing autumn leaves. Imagine beautiful photos of those color schemes of your wedding gracing your mantle or entryway!
Halloween lovers can also use this season to pick their date, getting crazy with a costume-themed party. Apple cider, bonfires and cozy blankets for guests will turn your wedding into the main event of the season. This is also the perfect time of year when it comes to the weather: not too hot, not too cold.
Winter Weddings
Christmas proposals are popular across the world, so why not commemorate that event by having your wedding on Christmas?
Faux fur can add a glamorous touch to your accessories while keeping you warm, and decor can be filled with sparkling glitter, silver bouquets and small Christmas tree centerpieces. It truly is the most magical time of year and your wedding can be turned into a winter wonderland during this season!
With colder temperatures really setting in during this time, find the perfect venue to keep you inside and in one place for both ceremony and reception. This will prevent guests from having to travel through possible snow or ice.
Spring Weddings
If pastels are for you, look into a spring wedding when the world is blooming after a cold winter. Sunny skies will frame your day but plan accordingly: rain will move in during this time of year, so inside venues may still be your best bet. With that being said, any clouds will provide the right touch of lighting that photographers look for when capturing weddings.
The great thing about spring weddings is there are no major holidays around this time. Family and friends won't be scrambling to make last minute plans of traveling multiple times across the country for not only your wedding, but family gatherings.
No matter the season, flower availability is also good to pay attention to. If you have your heart set on a certain flower type, make sure it will be in season for when you hope to tie the knot. Carnations, calla lilies, gardenias and irises are all year-round flowers, but other popular choices such as peonies are only available in spring. Sunflowers peak in summer, Sweat peas are available Nov.-June, and chrysanthemums peak in fall.
There are endless options when it comes to choosing your wedding date so pick the pros and cons for each season and find your perfect match!
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