The 10 Best Summer Wedding Ideas
My favourite season is almost here! And as the favourite season for getting married too, there are lots of things you can do to add some extra special touches to a summer wedding. Check out some of the best ideas below...
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1. Bright colours
Whether it's bright decorations, bright flowers, bright bridesmaid dresses... a mix of bold colours looks amazing in the sunshine!
Tie up different coloured lanterns like the below, or colourful streamers for a massive wow factor
Photo: Jessica Reeve Photography
2. Lawn games
Make the most of being able to be outside and give your guests some games to play while they're out in the sunshine. There are plenty of places to buy giant game sets, check in the seasonal or kids aisle at your local stores or try Amazon.
Photo: WacoLetterCompany
3. Flip Flops
By the end of the evening, all of the ladies in heels are bound to want to give their feet a rest, so give them a break and provide some flip flops so they can continue making shapes on the dance floor!
Photo: TaggedWithLoveShop
4. Outdoor Seating
If you're guaranteed good weather then setting up tables for dining al fresco, seating around an outdoor dance floor or just some relaxed cushions and blankets for chilling later on in the evening will make a magical setting for your summer wedding.
Photo: Bestweddingdayever.com
5. Streamers and Bunting
This is especially perfect for a rustic or country themed wedding, and they look super cute. Choose from brightly coloured, paisley or burlap and get some personalised with your names on for an extra special touch!
Photo: FiestaPartyStore
6. Food Bars
There is so much fun to be had when giving guests the opportunity to pick their own food. Taco bars are always well received, you could order a tonne of pizza, or even hire an ice cream van for the evening!
Photo: weddingsonline.ie
7. Wedding Program Fans
If you're expecting it to be super hot at your summer wedding then do your guests a favour, and make your wedding programs into fans to help them overcome that heat. They are super simple to do, you can print and make your own using these gorgeous templates below from WeddingPrintablesCo, some wooden sticks, ribbon and glue.
Photo: WeddingPrintablesCo
8. Signature Summer Cocktails
Choose fruity cocktails like a Pimms Punch to fit with the summer vibes, or have a lemonade stand for those not drinking.
Photo: WeddingSundaeStudio
9. A Festival Wedding
Hire a field, some large tents, a food truck and a live band and have your very own wedfest! Make your guests wear wristbands for an authentic touch.
Photo: STNstationery
10. Summer Specific Favors
Bug Spray. Sunglasses. Sun Cream. Chapstick. Give your guests something that they will actually be grateful for in the heat!
Photo: ThreeTwo1